Stamped concrete cost in Panama City, FL
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (400 sq ft)
- $3,000 – $7,250
- Per sq ft
- $7.30 – $17
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −9%
- US $5,600
- Rank of 300 metros
- #220
- 1 = most expensive
If you want to pour stamped concrete in Panama City, plan on $3,000 to $7,250 for 400 sq ft, all in. Per sq ft, that is $7.30 to $17 for materials and labor, with the permit on top. The local midpoint runs 9% lower than the national one. Cement masons and concrete finishers earn a median of $22.78 an hour in the Panama City area, 17% below the US median of $27.41.
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Estimated cost for 400 sq ft in Panama City, FL, standard level
$4,250 to $5,950
About $10.50 to $14 per sq ft before permits. Labor is about 45% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $2,250 | $2,950 |
| Labor | $1,850 | $2,750 |
| Permits and fees | $140 | $250 |
| Total | $4,250 | $5,950 |
Cost breakdown for 400 sq ft in Panama City, FL
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $1,750 | $2,600 | $3,450 | 51% |
| Labor | $1,200 | $2,300 | $3,400 | 45% |
| Permits and fees | $50 | $190 | $340 | 4% |
| Total | $3,000 | $5,100 | $7,250 | 100% |
What is behind the Panama City number
Labor is 45% of the midpoint bill here, against 48% nationally. The mix of trades behind this job is cement masons and concrete finishers (60%), construction laborers (30%), operating engineers and other construction equipment operators (10%). We weight each trade's local median wage by that share and compare it with the national median. In Panama City the blended ratio comes out at 0.86.
On the materials line, the BEA goods price index for the Panama City metro is 96.2 (US = 100). The midpoint materials bill for 400 sq ft comes to $2,600, compared with $2,700 at national prices. Permit and inspection fees are scaled by the broader index (97.3) and land at $50 to $340.
Why two Panama City quotes can differ
Sealing and vapor barrier
Sealer is usually quoted separately; vapor barrier material is $0.20-$1.50 per sq ft depending on thickness (HomeGuide).
Not included
These prices don't include site prep that depends on the project: demolition, grading, or a thicker base.
Pattern and color
Basic to average coloring runs $8-$19 per sq ft. A 2-car stamped driveway runs $12-$18 per sq ft (HomeGuide); Estimators.us puts decorative slabs at $15-$30.
Climate in Panama City: timing your stamped concrete job
We use NOAA's 1991-2020 climate normals for Panama City 5N (5 miles from the city center). These are 30-year monthly averages, not forecasts.
September through June is the stretch where pouring concrete runs into the fewest weather problems in Panama City (10 of 12 months). July and August have an average daytime high of 90°F or more.
Heat matters for concrete as well. With average highs of 90°F or more in July and August, crews often start early, wet the base and plan for faster set times.
Panama City gets about 61 inches of precipitation in a normal year. The wettest months are July, August and September (7.4 inches in August). Inside the workable window, May and October are the driest, at 3.3 and 3.5 inches. The station averages about 67 days a year at 90°F or above.
Does the season change the price? Probably, but we do not have a sourced seasonal price curve, so the estimator shows a year-round figure and does not adjust by month. When you collect quotes, ask whether scheduling in a slower month gets a better rate.
| Month | Avg high °F | Avg low °F | Precip (in) | For this job |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 64 | 43 | 4.8 | Workable |
| Feb | 67 | 46 | 5.0 | Workable |
| Mar | 73 | 52 | 5.0 | Workable |
| Apr | 79 | 58 | 4.1 | Workable |
| May | 85 | 66 | 3.3 | Workable |
| Jun | 89 | 73 | 5.8 | Workable |
| Jul | 91 | 75 | 7.4 | Hot |
| Aug | 91 | 75 | 7.4 | Hot |
| Sep | 89 | 71 | 7.0 | Workable |
| Oct | 82 | 61 | 3.5 | Workable |
| Nov | 73 | 50 | 3.7 | Workable |
| Dec | 67 | 45 | 4.3 | Workable |
Panama City against nearby metros and the rest of Florida
Same job, same size (400 sq ft), priced for the nearest metros. Crestview is the priciest of the group at $5,200. Dothan is the cheapest at $4,800.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Panama City, FLthis page | $3,000 – $7,250 | $5,100 | |
| Crestview, FL50 miles | $3,000 – $7,350 | $5,200 | +2% |
| Dothan, AL70 miles | $2,800 – $6,750 | $4,800 | −6% |
| Tallahassee, FL80 miles | $2,900 – $6,950 | $4,950 | −3% |
| Pensacola, FL95 miles | $3,000 – $7,250 | $5,100 | level |
| Daphne, AL130 miles | $2,900 – $7,000 | $4,950 | −3% |
| Florida (statewide) | $3,050 – $7,400 | $5,200 | +2% |
| United States | $3,250 – $7,950 | $5,600 | +10% |
Across 300 US metros, Panama City comes in at #220 from the top. The priciest is Kahului, HI at $8,150; the cheapest is McAllen, TX at $4,550 (midpoints, 400 sq ft). Statewide, Panama City is 2% below the Florida figure.
Other Florida metros
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Miami, FL | 2,819,940 jobs | $3,150 – $7,700 | $5,450 | +6% |
| Tampa, FL | 1,447,120 jobs | $3,000 – $7,350 | $5,150 | +1% |
| Orlando, FL | 1,411,730 jobs | $2,950 – $7,200 | $5,100 | level |
| Jacksonville, FL | 765,930 jobs | $3,000 – $7,300 | $5,150 | +1% |
| North Port, FL | 339,940 jobs | $3,050 – $7,400 | $5,200 | +2% |
| Cape Coral, FL | 304,790 jobs | $3,000 – $7,300 | $5,150 | +1% |
Cities with a workforce like Panama City's
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Panama City against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bellingham, WA | 91,390 jobs | $3,800 – $9,500 | $6,650 | +31% |
| St. George, UT | 90,500 jobs | $3,050 – $7,400 | $5,200 | +2% |
| Bremerton, WA | 93,740 jobs | $3,750 – $9,350 | $6,550 | +28% |
| Medford, OR | 89,060 jobs | $3,450 – $8,450 | $5,950 | +16% |
Extras that change the Panama City total
Extras are quoted nationally and then scaled to Panama City by the average of the local wage index (0.86) and goods index (0.96), a factor of 0.91. Tick any of them in the estimator above to add them to your total. Treat these as planning figures: an add-on touches different trades than the main job, so the scaling is an approximation.
| Add-on | Local range |
|---|---|
| Add a vapor barrier | $180 – $360 |
Related projects, priced for Panama City
Because every project leans on different trades, Panama City's wage level does not move all prices equally. Against the US midpoint, asphalt driveway runs −7% and concrete driveway −11%.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Concrete patio | 300 sq ft | $1,150 – $3,600 | −9% |
| Concrete driveway | 600 sq ft | $3,250 – $8,150 | −11% |
| Paver patio | 300 sq ft | $2,750 – $5,050 | −8% |
| Concrete slab | 400 sq ft | $2,250 – $4,800 | −8% |
| Asphalt driveway | 600 sq ft | $2,850 – $6,850 | −7% |
| Gravel driveway | 1,000 sq ft | $2,300 – $9,350 | −9% |
Panama City labor market for stamped concrete
Wages are the part of this estimate that changes most from town to town. 3 trades carry the job here, and each is compared with its US median. The weighted result for Panama City is 0.86 times the national level.
For cement masons and concrete finishers (47-2051, weighted 60%) the local median is $22.78 an hour, which is 17% below the national $27.41. The middle half of them earn between $18.57 and $25.11 an hour. BLS counts 130 of them working in the area, 14.3 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 13.3), so the local bench is about average.
Construction laborers (47-2061), 30% of the weighting: a median of $20.79 an hour, 8% below the US median of $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $17.54 and $22.57 an hour. About 1,130 work in the metro. That is 124.7 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 70.5 nationally, which suggests plenty of local crews to bid.
For operating engineers and other construction equipment operators (47-2073, weighted 10%) the local median is $23.38 an hour, which is 19% below the national $28.78. The middle half of them earn between $21.88 and $27.56 an hour. BLS counts 500 of them working in the area, 55.2 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 30.7), so the local bench is deeper than average.
Quotes come from real crews, not medians. If the cement masons and concrete finishers on your job are paid at the 75th percentile ($25.11 an hour) instead of the median, the labor line grows by about $140. At the 25th percentile ($18.57) it shrinks by about $250. The total moves by 2.7% or 4.9%, so wages alone rarely explain a quote that is far outside our range.
For context on the local economy, BLS counts 90,610 jobs in the Panama City-Panama City Beach area. That makes it the 218th largest of the 300 metros we cover, with 0.06% of US employment.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cement masons and concrete finishers (47-2051) | 60% | $18.57 | $22.78 | $25.11 | $27.41 | 0.83 | metro |
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 30% | $17.54 | $20.79 | $22.57 | $22.66 | 0.92 | metro |
| Operating engineers and other construction equipment operators (47-2073) | 10% | $21.88 | $23.38 | $27.56 | $28.78 | 0.81 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.86 | |||||
Pick a size, pick a tier: stamped concrete pricing in Panama City
Three bands are cut from the same cited range and localized for Panama City wages and prices. They overlap on purpose: a good standard job and a modest premium job can cost the same. The grid below prices the same bands at 3 common sizes.
Basic
$3,000 to $4,700
Basic pattern, one integral color
Standard
$4,250 to $5,950
Two-tone color release and a border
Premium
$5,550 to $7,250
Multi-color, hand-detailed, sealed to a high finish
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10x20 patio (200 sq ft) | $1,500 – $2,400 | $2,200 – $3,100 | $2,900 – $3,800 |
| 20x20 patio (400 sq ft) | $3,000 – $4,700 | $4,250 – $5,950 | $5,550 – $7,250 |
| 2-car driveway (600 sq ft) | $4,450 – $6,950 | $6,300 – $8,800 | $8,200 – $10,700 |
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Stamped concrete in Panama City: your questions
+How much does it cost to pour stamped concrete in Panama City?
For 400 sq ft, expect $3,000 to $7,250 in the Panama City area. A standard-spec job lands at $4,250 to $5,950. Small jobs usually cost more per sq ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per sq ft for stamped concrete in Panama City?
About $7.30 to $17 per sq ft for materials and labor, plus $50 to $340 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $8 to $19.
+Is stamped concrete cheaper in Panama City or Crestview?
Crestview is 50 miles away. The midpoint for 400 sq ft there is $5,200, which is 2% more than Panama City ($5,100). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Panama City?
About 45% at the midpoint, or $2,300 out of $5,100. Materials are 51% and permits 4%. Nationally, labor is 48%.
+What would 20x20 patio (400 sq ft) cost in Panama City?
$3,000 to $7,250. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does stamped concrete need a permit in Panama City?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $50 to $340 for fees in the Panama City area (our national range of $50 to $350 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Panama City expensive for stamped concrete compared with the rest of Florida?
Panama City is 2% below the Florida statewide estimate ($5,200 at the midpoint). We cover 19 metros in Florida; see the state page to compare them.
+What do cement masons and concrete finishers earn in Panama City?
The BLS median is $22.78 an hour in the Panama City area, compared with $27.41 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $18.57 to $25.11.
+What do basic and premium stamped concrete work cost in Panama City?
For 400 sq ft, basic work runs $3,000 to $4,700 and premium work $5,550 to $7,250. Basic means: basic pattern, one integral color. Premium means: multi-color, hand-detailed, sealed to a high finish.
+When is the best time to pour stamped concrete in Panama City?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are September through June. May and October are typically the driest of those months. Local contractors' schedules matter as much as the weather, so book early for the busy months.
+What does "add a vapor barrier" add in Panama City?
$180 to $360 for 400 sq ft, from a national range scaled by the local wage and goods indexes.
Stamped concrete near Panama City
Where these numbers come from
Base prices are national ranges from the sources below. We scale labor by local BLS wages, materials by BEA goods prices and permits by the BEA all-items price level. Full method on the methodology page.
- HomeGuide: How Much Does Stamped Concrete Cost? (2026) (accessed November 4, 2026)
- SimplyWise: Concrete Estimate Template: Free PDF + Excel (2026) (accessed November 4, 2026)
- BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025
- BEA Regional Price Parities, 2024
- NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals, 1991-2020
Note on derived figures: Materials = SimplyWise's 200 sq ft stamped-patio line ($900-$1,800), divided by 200 sq ft.