Stamped concrete cost in Salem, OR
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (400 sq ft)
- $3,600 – $8,900
- Per sq ft
- $8.90 – $21.50
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- +12%
- US $5,600
- Rank of 300 metros
- #29
- 1 = most expensive
Stamped concrete in Salem, OR usually costs $3,600 to $8,900 for 400 sq ft. That works out to about $8.90 to $21.50 per sq ft before permits. Compared with the national midpoint that is $650 more. Cement masons and concrete finishers earn a median of $32.69 an hour in the Salem area, 19% above the US median of $27.41.
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Estimated cost for 400 sq ft in Salem, OR, standard level
$5,200 to $7,300
About $12.50 to $17.50 per sq ft before permits. Labor is about 51% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $2,450 | $3,200 |
| Labor | $2,600 | $3,800 |
| Permits and fees | $150 | $270 |
| Total | $5,200 | $7,300 |
Cost breakdown for 400 sq ft in Salem, OR
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $1,900 | $2,850 | $3,800 | 45% |
| Labor | $1,650 | $3,200 | $4,750 | 51% |
| Permits and fees | $50 | $210 | $360 | 3% |
| Total | $3,600 | $6,250 | $8,900 | 100% |
What is behind the Salem number
The wage side of the estimate leans on cement masons and concrete finishers, who do 60% of the hours on a typical job. Their local median is $32.69 an hour. Add the other trades involved and the blended wage index for Salem is 1.19 (US = 1.00), which puts labor at 51% of the total.
Materials are scaled with BEA's regional price parity for goods. Salem is at 105.3 against 100 for the US, so a materials line of $2,700 nationally becomes $2,850 here (midpoint, 400 sq ft). Permits follow the all-items index of 103.6: $50 to $360.
Planning more than one job in Salem?
Jobs that often go together with stamped concrete are priced below at their usual sizes, using the same Salem wage and price inputs. Compared with national midpoints, paver patio comes out highest (+17%) and concrete slab lowest (+10%); the gap comes from the trades each job uses.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Concrete patio | 300 sq ft | $1,350 – $4,450 | +11% |
| Concrete driveway | 600 sq ft | $4,100 – $10,400 | +13% |
| Paver patio | 300 sq ft | $3,500 – $6,400 | +17% |
| Concrete slab | 400 sq ft | $2,700 – $5,700 | +10% |
| Asphalt driveway | 600 sq ft | $3,350 – $8,200 | +10% |
| Gravel driveway | 1,000 sq ft | $2,800 – $11,500 | +12% |
Extras that change the Salem total
Add-ons start from national price ranges and are scaled by 1.12 for Salem, which is the average of the area's wage index (1.19) and goods price index (1.05). The estimator above can add them to your total.
| Add-on | Local range |
|---|---|
| Add a vapor barrier | $220 – $450 |
What local crews earn in Salem
The labor line is built from BLS wage data, one trade at a time. This job draws on 3 trades. We compare each trade's local median with the US median, weight the ratios by how much of the job each trade does, and apply the blend to the national labor cost. For Salem the blend is 1.19.
Cement masons and concrete finishers (47-2051), 60% of the weighting: a median of $32.69 an hour, 19% above the US median of $27.41. The middle half of them earn between $27.93 and $36.40 an hour. About 170 work in the metro. That is 9.0 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 13.3 nationally, so expect fewer local crews to bid.
For construction laborers (47-2061, weighted 30%) the local median is $26.20 an hour, which is 16% above the national $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $22.67 and $29.27 an hour. BLS counts 1,690 of them working in the area, 89.6 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 70.5), so the local bench is deeper than average.
Operating engineers and other construction equipment operators (47-2073), 10% of the weighting: a median of $35.71 an hour, 24% above the US median of $28.78. The middle half of them earn between $29.63 and $45.45 an hour. About 750 work in the metro. That is 39.8 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 30.7 nationally, which suggests plenty of local crews to bid.
A quick sensitivity check: moving the lead trade (cement masons and concrete finishers) from the median to the 75th percentile wage adds about $220 to the midpoint estimate; the 25th percentile takes off about $280. That is a swing of roughly 4.5% to 3.5% of the total, which is useful for judging whether a bid reflects wages or something else, such as scope or margin.
Salem has 188,620 jobs in total (BLS, May 2025), ranking 122nd by size among the 300 metros on this site.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cement masons and concrete finishers (47-2051) | 60% | $27.93 | $32.69 | $36.40 | $27.41 | 1.19 | metro |
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 30% | $22.67 | $26.20 | $29.27 | $22.66 | 1.16 | metro |
| Operating engineers and other construction equipment operators (47-2073) | 10% | $29.63 | $35.71 | $45.45 | $28.78 | 1.24 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 1.19 | |||||
Salem: what basic, standard and premium work costs
The cited range is split into basic, standard and premium bands, then scaled to Salem. Bands overlap, because plenty of standard jobs cost as much as a light premium one. Sizes run from 10x20 patio (200 sq ft) to 2-car driveway (600 sq ft).
Basic
$3,600 to $5,700
Basic pattern, one integral color
Standard
$5,200 to $7,300
Two-tone color release and a border
Premium
$6,800 to $8,900
Multi-color, hand-detailed, sealed to a high finish
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10x20 patio (200 sq ft) | $1,850 – $2,950 | $2,650 – $3,800 | $3,500 – $4,650 |
| 20x20 patio (400 sq ft) | $3,600 – $5,700 | $5,200 – $7,300 | $6,800 – $8,900 |
| 2-car driveway (600 sq ft) | $5,400 – $8,500 | $7,700 – $10,800 | $10,100 – $13,200 |
Stamped concrete: what moves the price in Salem
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).
Is Salem cheap or dear? The local comparison
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 $5,900 to $6,700 across Salem and its five closest metros.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Salem, ORthis page | $3,600 – $8,900 | $6,250 | |
| Portland, OR50 miles | $3,700 – $9,250 | $6,450 | +4% |
| Eugene, OR65 miles | $3,400 – $8,350 | $5,900 | −6% |
| Bend, OR110 miles | $3,550 – $8,700 | $6,150 | −2% |
| Olympia, WA140 miles | $3,750 – $9,400 | $6,600 | +5% |
| Yakima, WA150 miles | $3,850 – $9,550 | $6,700 | +7% |
| Oregon (statewide) | $3,600 – $8,800 | $6,200 | −1% |
| United States | $3,250 – $7,950 | $5,600 | −10% |
Out of the 300 metros we cover, Salem ranks #29 for the cost of this job (#1 is the most expensive). Statewide, Salem is 1% above the Oregon figure.
Elsewhere in Oregon
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portland, OR | 1,208,410 jobs | $3,700 – $9,250 | $6,450 | +4% |
| Eugene, OR | 157,710 jobs | $3,400 – $8,350 | $5,900 | −6% |
| Bend, OR | 108,240 jobs | $3,550 – $8,700 | $6,150 | −2% |
| Medford, OR | 89,060 jobs | $3,450 – $8,450 | $5,950 | −5% |
Metros of a similar size
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Salem against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pensacola, FL | 190,480 jobs | $3,000 – $7,250 | $5,100 | −18% |
| Salinas, CA | 186,430 jobs | $3,700 – $9,150 | $6,400 | +3% |
| Wilmington, NC | 191,280 jobs | $2,950 – $7,150 | $5,050 | −19% |
| Tallahassee, FL | 186,160 jobs | $2,900 – $6,950 | $4,950 | −21% |
Salem weather and the stamped concrete calendar
Climate numbers on this page come from NOAA's 1991-2020 U.S. Climate Normals at the nearest suitable station, Salem Mcnary Fld (5 miles from the city center). They are 30-year averages, so any one year can run hotter, colder or wetter.
For pouring concrete, the comfortable months in Salem are April through October: 7 of 12. Outside them, January, February, March, November and December have an average overnight low of 40°F or below.
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.
Salem gets about 40 inches of precipitation in a normal year. The wettest months are January, November and December (7.0 inches in December). Inside the workable window, July and August are the driest, at 0.3 and 0.4 inches. The station averages about 18 days a year at 90°F or above.
We do not adjust the estimate by month, because we have no reliable published data on seasonal pricing. It is still worth asking contractors whether an off-peak start date changes their bid.
| Month | Avg high °F | Avg low °F | Precip (in) | For this job |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 48 | 36 | 6.1 | Cold |
| Feb | 52 | 36 | 4.5 | Cold |
| Mar | 57 | 38 | 4.3 | Cold |
| Apr | 62 | 41 | 3.1 | Workable |
| May | 69 | 46 | 2.3 | Workable |
| Jun | 75 | 51 | 1.3 | Workable |
| Jul | 84 | 55 | 0.3 | Workable |
| Aug | 84 | 55 | 0.4 | Workable |
| Sep | 78 | 51 | 1.5 | Workable |
| Oct | 65 | 44 | 3.5 | Workable |
| Nov | 54 | 39 | 6.0 | Cold |
| Dec | 47 | 35 | 7.0 | Cold |
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Stamped concrete in Salem: your questions
+How much does it cost to pour stamped concrete in Salem?
For 400 sq ft, expect $3,600 to $8,900 in the Salem area. A standard-spec job lands at $5,200 to $7,300. Small jobs usually cost more per sq ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per sq ft for stamped concrete in Salem?
About $8.90 to $21.50 per sq ft for materials and labor, plus $50 to $360 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $8 to $19.
+Is stamped concrete cheaper in Salem or Portland?
Portland is 50 miles away. The midpoint for 400 sq ft there is $6,450, which is 4% more than Salem ($6,250). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Salem?
About 51% at the midpoint, or $3,200 out of $6,250. Materials are 45% and permits 3%. Nationally, labor is 48%.
+What would 20x20 patio (400 sq ft) cost in Salem?
$3,600 to $8,900. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does stamped concrete need a permit in Salem?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $50 to $360 for fees in the Salem area (our national range of $50 to $350 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Salem expensive for stamped concrete compared with the rest of Oregon?
Salem is 1% above the Oregon statewide estimate ($6,200 at the midpoint). We cover 5 metros in Oregon; see the state page to compare them.
+What do cement masons and concrete finishers earn in Salem?
The BLS median is $32.69 an hour in the Salem area, compared with $27.41 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $27.93 to $36.40.
+What do basic and premium stamped concrete work cost in Salem?
For 400 sq ft, basic work runs $3,600 to $5,700 and premium work $6,800 to $8,900. 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 Salem?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are April through October. July and August 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 Salem?
$220 to $450 for 400 sq ft, from a national range scaled by the local wage and goods indexes.
Stamped concrete near Salem
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.