Stamped concrete cost in Lafayette, LA
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
- $7.35 – $17.50
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −9%
- US $5,600
- Rank of 300 metros
- #212
- 1 = most expensive
If you want to pour stamped concrete in Lafayette, plan on $3,000 to $7,250 for 400 sq ft, all in. Per sq ft, that is $7.35 to $17.50 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 $25.91 an hour in the Lafayette area, 5% below the US median of $27.41.
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Estimated cost for 400 sq ft in Lafayette, LA, standard level
$4,250 to $6,000
About $10.50 to $14.50 per sq ft before permits. Labor is about 47% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $2,200 | $2,850 |
| Labor | $1,950 | $2,900 |
| Permits and fees | $120 | $230 |
| Total | $4,250 | $6,000 |
Cost breakdown for 400 sq ft in Lafayette, LA
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $1,700 | $2,550 | $3,350 | 49% |
| Labor | $1,250 | $2,400 | $3,600 | 47% |
| Permits and fees | $45 | $170 | $310 | 3% |
| Total | $3,000 | $5,100 | $7,250 | 100% |
What is behind the Lafayette number
Labor is 47% 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 Lafayette the blended ratio comes out at 0.90.
On the materials line, the BEA goods price index for the Lafayette metro is 93.7 (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 (87.2) and land at $45 to $310.
Optional extras in Lafayette
Extras are quoted nationally and then scaled to Lafayette by the average of the local wage index (0.90) and goods index (0.94), a factor of 0.92. 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 – $370 |
Lafayette: what basic, standard and premium work costs
Three bands are cut from the same cited range and localized for Lafayette 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 $6,000
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 – $6,000 | $5,550 – $7,250 |
| 2-car driveway (600 sq ft) | $4,450 – $6,950 | $6,350 – $8,850 | $8,250 – $10,700 |
Lafayette 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 Lafayette is 0.90 times the national level.
For cement masons and concrete finishers (47-2051, weighted 60%) the local median is $25.91 an hour, which is 5% below the national $27.41. The middle half of them earn between $20.29 and $30.00 an hour. BLS counts 90 of them working in the area, 5.0 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 13.3), so the local bench is thinner than average.
Construction laborers (47-2061), 30% of the weighting: a median of $18.57 an hour, 18% below the US median of $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $16.31 and $22.95 an hour. About 1,780 work in the metro. That is 99.1 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 $23.94 an hour, which is 17% below the national $28.78. The middle half of them earn between $22.27 and $29.10 an hour. BLS counts 370 of them working in the area, 20.6 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 30.7), so the local bench is thinner 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 ($30.00 an hour) instead of the median, the labor line grows by about $240. At the 25th percentile ($20.29) it shrinks by about $330. The total moves by 4.7% or 6.5%, so wages alone rarely explain a quote that is far outside our range.
For context on the local economy, BLS counts 179,570 jobs in the Lafayette area. That makes it the 129th largest of the 300 metros we cover, with 0.12% of US employment.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cement masons and concrete finishers (47-2051) | 60% | $20.29 | $25.91 | $30.00 | $27.41 | 0.95 | metro |
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 30% | $16.31 | $18.57 | $22.95 | $22.66 | 0.82 | metro |
| Operating engineers and other construction equipment operators (47-2073) | 10% | $22.27 | $23.94 | $29.10 | $28.78 | 0.83 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.90 | |||||
Lafayette against nearby metros and the rest of Louisiana
Contractors rarely work more than an hour or two from home, so the neighboring metros set a rough ceiling and floor for your quotes. Midpoints for 400 sq ft range from $4,950 to $5,400 across Lafayette and its five closest metros.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lafayette, LAthis page | $3,000 – $7,250 | $5,100 | |
| Lake Charles, LA65 miles | $2,950 – $7,200 | $5,100 | level |
| Baton Rouge, LA70 miles | $3,100 – $7,650 | $5,400 | +5% |
| Houma, LA90 miles | $2,900 – $7,000 | $4,950 | −3% |
| Alexandria, LA95 miles | $2,900 – $7,000 | $4,950 | −4% |
| Beaumont, TX125 miles | $2,950 – $7,250 | $5,100 | level |
| Louisiana (statewide) | $2,900 – $7,050 | $5,000 | −3% |
| United States | $3,250 – $7,950 | $5,600 | +9% |
Across 300 US metros, Lafayette comes in at #212 from the top. The priciest is Kahului, HI at $8,150; the cheapest is McAllen, TX at $4,550 (midpoints, 400 sq ft). Statewide, Lafayette is 3% above the Louisiana figure.
Other Louisiana metros
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans, LA | 445,550 jobs | $2,950 – $7,100 | $5,000 | −2% |
| Baton Rouge, LA | 409,690 jobs | $3,100 – $7,650 | $5,400 | +5% |
| Shreveport, LA | 162,750 jobs | $2,900 – $7,000 | $4,950 | −3% |
| Lake Charles, LA | 101,690 jobs | $2,950 – $7,200 | $5,100 | level |
| Slidell, LA | 98,240 jobs | $2,900 – $7,100 | $5,000 | −2% |
| Monroe, LA | 87,500 jobs | $2,800 – $6,700 | $4,750 | −7% |
Cities with a workforce like Lafayette's
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Lafayette against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Davenport, IA | 180,450 jobs | $3,250 – $8,050 | $5,650 | +11% |
| Sioux Falls, SD | 178,590 jobs | $3,050 – $7,350 | $5,200 | +1% |
| Asheville, NC | 180,620 jobs | $3,000 – $7,250 | $5,100 | level |
| Anchorage, AK | 177,050 jobs | $4,000 – $10,100 | $7,050 | +37% |
Why two Lafayette quotes can differ
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.
Specialist labor
Stamping has to be done before the concrete sets, so crews arrive in larger teams and charge for it.
Climate in Lafayette: timing your stamped concrete job
We use NOAA's 1991-2020 climate normals for Lafayette Rgnl Ap (5 miles from the city center). These are 30-year monthly averages, not forecasts.
September through May is the stretch where pouring concrete runs into the fewest weather problems in Lafayette (9 of 12 months). June, 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 June, July and August, crews often start early, wet the base and plan for faster set times.
Lafayette gets about 63 inches of precipitation in a normal year. The wettest months are June, July and August (7.1 inches in June). Inside the workable window, February and March are the driest, at 4.1 and 3.7 inches. The station averages about 91 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 | 62 | 44 | 5.9 | Workable |
| Feb | 66 | 47 | 4.1 | Workable |
| Mar | 73 | 53 | 3.7 | Workable |
| Apr | 79 | 59 | 4.9 | Workable |
| May | 86 | 67 | 5.4 | Workable |
| Jun | 90 | 73 | 7.1 | Hot |
| Jul | 92 | 75 | 6.3 | Hot |
| Aug | 92 | 75 | 6.3 | Hot |
| Sep | 89 | 70 | 5.0 | Workable |
| Oct | 81 | 60 | 4.8 | Workable |
| Nov | 72 | 50 | 4.4 | Workable |
| Dec | 64 | 45 | 5.0 | Workable |
Related projects, priced for Lafayette
Because every project leans on different trades, Lafayette's wage level does not move all prices equally. Against the US midpoint, concrete slab runs −9% and paver patio −12%.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Concrete patio | 300 sq ft | $1,150 – $3,600 | −10% |
| Concrete driveway | 600 sq ft | $3,300 – $8,250 | −10% |
| Paver patio | 300 sq ft | $2,650 – $4,750 | −12% |
| Concrete slab | 400 sq ft | $2,200 – $4,750 | −9% |
| Asphalt driveway | 600 sq ft | $2,750 – $6,650 | −10% |
| Gravel driveway | 1,000 sq ft | $2,200 – $9,000 | −12% |
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Stamped concrete in Lafayette: your questions
+How much does it cost to pour stamped concrete in Lafayette?
For 400 sq ft, expect $3,000 to $7,250 in the Lafayette area. A standard-spec job lands at $4,250 to $6,000. Small jobs usually cost more per sq ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per sq ft for stamped concrete in Lafayette?
About $7.35 to $17.50 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 Lafayette or Lake Charles?
Lake Charles is 65 miles away. The midpoint for 400 sq ft there is $5,100, which is 0% less than Lafayette ($5,100). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Lafayette?
About 47% at the midpoint, or $2,400 out of $5,100. Materials are 49% and permits 3%. Nationally, labor is 48%.
+What would 20x20 patio (400 sq ft) cost in Lafayette?
$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 Lafayette?
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 Lafayette area (our national range of $50 to $350 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Lafayette expensive for stamped concrete compared with the rest of Louisiana?
Lafayette is 3% above the Louisiana statewide estimate ($5,000 at the midpoint). We cover 9 metros in Louisiana; see the state page to compare them.
+What do cement masons and concrete finishers earn in Lafayette?
The BLS median is $25.91 an hour in the Lafayette area, compared with $27.41 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $20.29 to $30.00.
+What do basic and premium stamped concrete work cost in Lafayette?
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 Lafayette?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are September through May. February and March 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 Lafayette?
$180 to $370 for 400 sq ft, from a national range scaled by the local wage and goods indexes.
Stamped concrete near Lafayette
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.