Stamped concrete cost in Topeka, KS
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (400 sq ft)
- $3,050 – $7,500
- Per sq ft
- $7.55 – $18
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −6%
- US $5,600
- Rank of 300 metros
- #176
- 1 = most expensive
Topeka homeowners pay roughly $3,050 to $7,500 to pour stamped concrete at 400 sq ft, or $7.55 to $18 per sq ft (permit not included). Against the US midpoint, Topeka is 6% lower. Building materials run about 6% below the US average here (BEA goods price index 94.0).
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Estimated cost for 400 sq ft in Topeka, KS, standard level
$4,400 to $6,150
About $10.50 to $15 per sq ft before permits. Labor is about 49% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $2,200 | $2,900 |
| Labor | $2,050 | $3,050 |
| Permits and fees | $120 | $230 |
| Total | $4,400 | $6,150 |
Cost breakdown for 400 sq ft in Topeka, KS
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $1,700 | $2,550 | $3,400 | 48% |
| Labor | $1,350 | $2,550 | $3,800 | 49% |
| Permits and fees | $45 | $180 | $310 | 3% |
| Total | $3,050 | $5,300 | $7,500 | 100% |
What is behind the Topeka number
We price the labor side from BLS wage data for 3 trades: cement masons and concrete finishers at 60%, construction laborers at 30%, operating engineers and other construction equipment operators at 10%. Weighted together, Topeka wages are 0.95 times the national level. Labor makes up about 49% of the midpoint estimate (48% at national prices).
On the materials line, the BEA goods price index for the Topeka metro is 94.0 (US = 100). The midpoint materials bill for 400 sq ft comes to $2,550, compared with $2,700 at national prices. Permit and inspection fees are scaled by the broader index (88.8) and land at $45 to $310.
Specs and site conditions that change a Topeka bid
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.
Specialist labor
Stamping has to be done before the concrete sets, so crews arrive in larger teams and charge for it.
Sealing and vapor barrier
Sealer is usually quoted separately; vapor barrier material is $0.20-$1.50 per sq ft depending on thickness (HomeGuide).
What nearby projects cost in Topeka
Because every project leans on different trades, Topeka's wage level does not move all prices equally. Against the US midpoint, paver patio runs −3% and concrete patio −6%.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Concrete patio | 300 sq ft | $1,150 – $3,750 | −6% |
| Concrete driveway | 600 sq ft | $3,450 – $8,650 | −6% |
| Paver patio | 300 sq ft | $2,900 – $5,250 | −3% |
| Concrete slab | 400 sq ft | $2,300 – $4,850 | −6% |
| Asphalt driveway | 600 sq ft | $2,850 – $6,950 | −6% |
| Gravel driveway | 1,000 sq ft | $2,400 – $9,700 | −5% |
When to schedule stamped concrete in Topeka
We use NOAA's 1991-2020 climate normals for Topeka Muni Ap (5 miles from the city center). These are 30-year monthly averages, not forecasts.
April through June and August through October are the stretches where pouring concrete runs into the fewest weather problems in Topeka (6 of 12 months). January, February, March, November and December have an average overnight low of 40°F or below; July has an average daytime high of 90°F or more.
The 40°F line is a deliberately cautious stand-in. The American Concrete Institute's cold-weather guide (ACI 306R-16) defines cold-weather concreting around an average daily air temperature below 40°F, which is colder than our test of an average overnight low at or below 40°F, so we flag a few extra shoulder months. In cold weather crews may need heated enclosures, insulating blankets or accelerated mixes, and those measures can raise a quote.
Heat matters for concrete as well. With average highs of 90°F or more in July, crews often start early, wet the base and plan for faster set times.
Topeka gets about 37 inches of precipitation in a normal year, including roughly 17 inches of snow. The wettest months are May, June and August (5.2 inches in May). Inside the workable window, September and October are the driest, at 3.5 and 2.9 inches. The station averages about 50 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 | 40 | 20 | 0.9 | Cold |
| Feb | 46 | 24 | 1.3 | Cold |
| Mar | 57 | 34 | 2.3 | Cold |
| Apr | 67 | 44 | 3.8 | Workable |
| May | 76 | 55 | 5.2 | Workable |
| Jun | 86 | 65 | 4.9 | Workable |
| Jul | 90 | 69 | 4.0 | Hot |
| Aug | 89 | 67 | 4.5 | Workable |
| Sep | 81 | 58 | 3.5 | Workable |
| Oct | 69 | 45 | 2.9 | Workable |
| Nov | 55 | 33 | 1.8 | Cold |
| Dec | 44 | 24 | 1.5 | Cold |
Cost by quality level and size in Topeka
Three bands are cut from the same cited range and localized for Topeka 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
$3,050 to $4,850
Basic pattern, one integral color
Standard
$4,400 to $6,150
Two-tone color release and a border
Premium
$5,750 to $7,500
Multi-color, hand-detailed, sealed to a high finish
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10x20 patio (200 sq ft) | $1,550 – $2,500 | $2,250 – $3,200 | $2,950 – $3,900 |
| 20x20 patio (400 sq ft) | $3,050 – $4,850 | $4,400 – $6,150 | $5,750 – $7,500 |
| 2-car driveway (600 sq ft) | $4,600 – $7,200 | $6,550 – $9,150 | $8,500 – $11,100 |
Add-ons priced for Topeka
Extras are quoted nationally and then scaled to Topeka by the average of the local wage index (0.95) and goods index (0.94), a factor of 0.95. 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 | $190 – $380 |
How Topeka compares
Of the five closest metros, 3 are cheaper than Topeka. Wichita is the lowest at about $5,050 (midpoint, 400 sq ft), 125 miles away.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Topeka, KSthis page | $3,050 – $7,500 | $5,300 | |
| Kansas City, MO75 miles | $3,250 – $8,050 | $5,650 | +7% |
| Wichita, KS125 miles | $2,950 – $7,150 | $5,050 | −5% |
| Lincoln, NE135 miles | $3,050 – $7,400 | $5,200 | −1% |
| Joplin, MO150 miles | $3,150 – $7,700 | $5,400 | +2% |
| Omaha, NE155 miles | $3,050 – $7,450 | $5,250 | −1% |
| Kansas (statewide) | $3,050 – $7,400 | $5,200 | −1% |
| United States | $3,250 – $7,950 | $5,600 | +6% |
Across 300 US metros, Topeka comes in at #176 from the top. The priciest is Kahului, HI at $8,150; the cheapest is McAllen, TX at $4,550 (midpoints, 400 sq ft). Statewide, Topeka is 2% above the Kansas figure.
Other Kansas metros
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wichita, KS | 308,570 jobs | $2,950 – $7,150 | $5,050 | −5% |
Cities with a workforce like Topeka's
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Topeka against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Columbus, GA | 116,380 jobs | $2,850 – $6,750 | $4,800 | −9% |
| Tyler, TX | 115,220 jobs | $2,850 – $6,900 | $4,900 | −8% |
| Longview, TX | 118,060 jobs | $2,850 – $6,850 | $4,850 | −8% |
| Charlottesville, VA | 114,780 jobs | $3,100 – $7,550 | $5,300 | +1% |
Local wages behind the labor line
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 Topeka is 0.95 times the national level.
For cement masons and concrete finishers (47-2051, weighted 60%) the local median is $25.69 an hour, which is 6% below the national $27.41. The middle half of them earn between $21.63 and $32.10 an hour. BLS counts 210 of them working in the area, 18.1 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 13.3), so the local bench is deeper than average.
Construction laborers (47-2061), 30% of the weighting: a median of $22.15 an hour, in line with the US median of $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $17.78 and $23.66 an hour. About 810 work in the metro. That is 70.0 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 70.5 nationally, so the supply of crews looks typical.
For operating engineers and other construction equipment operators (47-2073, weighted 10%) the local median is $27.29 an hour, which is 5% below the national $28.78. The middle half of them earn between $22.57 and $31.36 an hour. BLS counts 530 of them working in the area, 45.8 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 ($32.10 an hour) instead of the median, the labor line grows by about $380. At the 25th percentile ($21.63) it shrinks by about $240. The total moves by 7.2% or 4.5%, so wages alone rarely explain a quote that is far outside our range.
For context on the local economy, BLS counts 115,750 jobs in the Topeka area. That makes it the 188th largest of the 300 metros we cover, with 0.07% of US employment.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cement masons and concrete finishers (47-2051) | 60% | $21.63 | $25.69 | $32.10 | $27.41 | 0.94 | metro |
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 30% | $17.78 | $22.15 | $23.66 | $22.66 | 0.98 | metro |
| Operating engineers and other construction equipment operators (47-2073) | 10% | $22.57 | $27.29 | $31.36 | $28.78 | 0.95 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.95 | |||||
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Stamped concrete in Topeka: your questions
+How much does it cost to pour stamped concrete in Topeka?
For 400 sq ft, expect $3,050 to $7,500 in the Topeka area. A standard-spec job lands at $4,400 to $6,150. Small jobs usually cost more per sq ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per sq ft for stamped concrete in Topeka?
About $7.55 to $18 per sq ft for materials and labor, plus $45 to $310 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $8 to $19.
+Is stamped concrete cheaper in Topeka or Kansas City?
Kansas City is 75 miles away. The midpoint for 400 sq ft there is $5,650, which is 7% more than Topeka ($5,300). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Topeka?
About 49% at the midpoint, or $2,550 out of $5,300. Materials are 48% and permits 3%. Nationally, labor is 48%.
+What would 20x20 patio (400 sq ft) cost in Topeka?
$3,050 to $7,500. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does stamped concrete need a permit in Topeka?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $45 to $310 for fees in the Topeka area (our national range of $50 to $350 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Topeka expensive for stamped concrete compared with the rest of Kansas?
Topeka is 2% above the Kansas statewide estimate ($5,200 at the midpoint). We cover 2 metros in Kansas; see the state page to compare them.
+What do cement masons and concrete finishers earn in Topeka?
The BLS median is $25.69 an hour in the Topeka area, compared with $27.41 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $21.63 to $32.10.
+What do basic and premium stamped concrete work cost in Topeka?
For 400 sq ft, basic work runs $3,050 to $4,850 and premium work $5,750 to $7,500. 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 Topeka?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are April through June and August through October. September 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 Topeka?
$190 to $380 for 400 sq ft, from a national range scaled by the local wage and goods indexes.
Stamped concrete near Topeka
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.