Stamped concrete cost in Myrtle Beach, SC
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (400 sq ft)
- $2,900 – $7,000
- Per sq ft
- $7.15 – $16.50
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −11%
- US $5,600
- Rank of 300 metros
- #259
- 1 = most expensive
Local price for stamped concrete in the Myrtle Beach area: $2,900 to $7,000 for 400 sq ft. The low end is a basic job on easy ground; the high end is a premium spec with harder access. The midpoint runs 11% lower than the US figure. Cement masons and concrete finishers earn a median of $22.02 an hour in the Myrtle Beach area, 20% below the US median of $27.41.
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Estimated cost for 400 sq ft in Myrtle Beach, SC, standard level
$4,150 to $5,800
About $10 to $14 per sq ft before permits. Labor is about 44% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $2,250 | $2,950 |
| Labor | $1,750 | $2,600 |
| Permits and fees | $130 | $240 |
| Total | $4,150 | $5,800 |
Cost breakdown for 400 sq ft in Myrtle Beach, SC
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $1,750 | $2,600 | $3,450 | 52% |
| Labor | $1,150 | $2,150 | $3,200 | 44% |
| Permits and fees | $45 | $190 | $330 | 4% |
| Total | $2,900 | $4,950 | $7,000 | 100% |
What is behind the Myrtle Beach 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, Myrtle Beach wages are 0.80 times the national level. Labor makes up about 44% of the midpoint estimate (48% at national prices).
Materials are scaled with BEA's regional price parity for goods. Myrtle Beach is at 96.3 against 100 for the US, so a materials line of $2,700 nationally becomes $2,600 here (midpoint, 400 sq ft). Permits follow the all-items index of 93.6: $45 to $330.
What nearby projects cost in Myrtle Beach
Jobs that often go together with stamped concrete are priced below at their usual sizes, using the same Myrtle Beach wage and price inputs. Compared with national midpoints, asphalt driveway comes out highest (−9%) and concrete driveway lowest (−15%); the gap comes from the trades each job uses.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Concrete patio | 300 sq ft | $1,150 – $3,500 | −12% |
| Concrete driveway | 600 sq ft | $3,150 – $7,800 | −15% |
| Paver patio | 300 sq ft | $2,600 – $4,750 | −13% |
| Concrete slab | 400 sq ft | $2,150 – $4,700 | −11% |
| Asphalt driveway | 600 sq ft | $2,800 – $6,700 | −9% |
| Gravel driveway | 1,000 sq ft | $2,200 – $9,000 | −12% |
How Myrtle Beach compares
Of the five closest metros, 1 is cheaper than Myrtle Beach. Fayetteville is the lowest at about $4,850 (midpoint, 400 sq ft), 80 miles away.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Myrtle Beach, SCthis page | $2,900 – $7,000 | $4,950 | |
| Florence, SC50 miles | $3,000 – $7,200 | $5,100 | +3% |
| Wilmington, NC60 miles | $2,950 – $7,150 | $5,050 | +2% |
| Fayetteville, NC80 miles | $2,850 – $6,800 | $4,850 | −3% |
| Charleston, SC85 miles | $3,050 – $7,500 | $5,250 | +6% |
| Columbia, SC120 miles | $3,000 – $7,350 | $5,200 | +4% |
| South Carolina (statewide) | $3,000 – $7,300 | $5,150 | +4% |
| United States | $3,250 – $7,950 | $5,600 | +13% |
Out of the 300 metros we cover, Myrtle Beach ranks #259 for the cost of this job (#1 is the most expensive). Statewide, Myrtle Beach is 4% below the South Carolina figure.
Elsewhere in South Carolina
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greenville, SC | 434,900 jobs | $3,050 – $7,400 | $5,200 | +5% |
| Columbia, SC | 394,200 jobs | $3,000 – $7,350 | $5,200 | +4% |
| Charleston, SC | 394,170 jobs | $3,050 – $7,500 | $5,250 | +6% |
| Spartanburg, SC | 165,150 jobs | $3,000 – $7,200 | $5,100 | +3% |
| Florence, SC | 89,060 jobs | $3,000 – $7,200 | $5,100 | +3% |
| Hilton Head, SC | 81,920 jobs | $3,050 – $7,400 | $5,200 | +5% |
Metros of a similar size
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Myrtle Beach against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fargo, ND | 148,660 jobs | $3,200 – $7,850 | $5,500 | +11% |
| Vallejo, CA | 144,130 jobs | $3,650 – $8,950 | $6,300 | +27% |
| Killeen, TX | 150,580 jobs | $2,850 – $6,950 | $4,900 | −1% |
| Huntington, WV | 140,740 jobs | $3,150 – $7,700 | $5,400 | +9% |
Who does the work: Myrtle Beach trade wages
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 Myrtle Beach the blend is 0.80.
Cement masons and concrete finishers (47-2051), 60% of the weighting: a median of $22.02 an hour, 20% below the US median of $27.41. The middle half of them earn between $19.44 and $30.23 an hour. About 110 work in the metro. That is 7.5 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 $18.37 an hour, which is 19% below the national $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $17.32 and $22.65 an hour. BLS counts 1,440 of them working in the area, 98.5 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 $22.59 an hour, 22% below the US median of $28.78. The middle half of them earn between $19.93 and $23.83 an hour. About 980 work in the metro. That is 67.0 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 $490 to the midpoint estimate; the 25th percentile takes off about $150. That is a swing of roughly 3.1% to 9.8% of the total, which is useful for judging whether a bid reflects wages or something else, such as scope or margin.
Myrtle Beach-Conway-North Myrtle Beach has 146,260 jobs in total (BLS, May 2025), ranking 157th 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% | $19.44 | $22.02 | $30.23 | $27.41 | 0.80 | metro |
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 30% | $17.32 | $18.37 | $22.65 | $22.66 | 0.81 | metro |
| Operating engineers and other construction equipment operators (47-2073) | 10% | $19.93 | $22.59 | $23.83 | $28.78 | 0.78 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.80 | |||||
The best months for stamped concrete in Myrtle Beach
Climate numbers on this page come from NOAA's 1991-2020 U.S. Climate Normals at the nearest suitable station, Myrtle Beach (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 Myrtle Beach are March through November: 9 of 12. Outside them, January, February 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.
Myrtle Beach gets about 54 inches of precipitation in a normal year. The wettest months are July, August and September (6.8 inches in September). Inside the workable window, April and November are the driest, at 3.4 and 3.1 inches. The station averages about 22 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 | 56 | 34 | 3.4 | Cold |
| Feb | 58 | 36 | 3.8 | Cold |
| Mar | 64 | 42 | 3.7 | Workable |
| Apr | 72 | 51 | 3.4 | Workable |
| May | 79 | 60 | 3.8 | Workable |
| Jun | 85 | 68 | 4.8 | Workable |
| Jul | 87 | 72 | 6.6 | Workable |
| Aug | 87 | 70 | 6.3 | Workable |
| Sep | 83 | 65 | 6.8 | Workable |
| Oct | 76 | 54 | 4.1 | Workable |
| Nov | 66 | 42 | 3.1 | Workable |
| Dec | 59 | 36 | 3.8 | Cold |
Extras that change the Myrtle Beach total
Add-ons start from national price ranges and are scaled by 0.88 for Myrtle Beach, which is the average of the area's wage index (0.80) and goods price index (0.96). The estimator above can add them to your total.
| Add-on | Local range |
|---|---|
| Add a vapor barrier | $180 – $350 |
Stamped concrete: what moves the price in Myrtle Beach
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).
Not included
These prices don't include site prep that depends on the project: demolition, grading, or a thicker base.
Myrtle Beach: what basic, standard and premium work costs
The cited range is split into basic, standard and premium bands, then scaled to Myrtle Beach. 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
$2,900 to $4,550
Basic pattern, one integral color
Standard
$4,150 to $5,800
Two-tone color release and a border
Premium
$5,350 to $7,000
Multi-color, hand-detailed, sealed to a high finish
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10x20 patio (200 sq ft) | $1,500 – $2,350 | $2,150 – $3,000 | $2,800 – $3,650 |
| 20x20 patio (400 sq ft) | $2,900 – $4,550 | $4,150 – $5,800 | $5,350 – $7,000 |
| 2-car driveway (600 sq ft) | $4,350 – $6,750 | $6,150 – $8,550 | $7,950 – $10,400 |
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Stamped concrete in Myrtle Beach: your questions
+How much does it cost to pour stamped concrete in Myrtle Beach?
For 400 sq ft, expect $2,900 to $7,000 in the Myrtle Beach area. A standard-spec job lands at $4,150 to $5,800. Small jobs usually cost more per sq ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per sq ft for stamped concrete in Myrtle Beach?
About $7.15 to $16.50 per sq ft for materials and labor, plus $45 to $330 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $8 to $19.
+Is stamped concrete cheaper in Myrtle Beach or Florence?
Florence is 50 miles away. The midpoint for 400 sq ft there is $5,100, which is 3% more than Myrtle Beach ($4,950). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Myrtle Beach?
About 44% at the midpoint, or $2,150 out of $4,950. Materials are 52% and permits 4%. Nationally, labor is 48%.
+What would 20x20 patio (400 sq ft) cost in Myrtle Beach?
$2,900 to $7,000. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does stamped concrete need a permit in Myrtle Beach?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $45 to $330 for fees in the Myrtle Beach area (our national range of $50 to $350 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Myrtle Beach expensive for stamped concrete compared with the rest of South Carolina?
Myrtle Beach is 4% below the South Carolina statewide estimate ($5,150 at the midpoint). We cover 7 metros in South Carolina; see the state page to compare them.
+What do cement masons and concrete finishers earn in Myrtle Beach?
The BLS median is $22.02 an hour in the Myrtle Beach area, compared with $27.41 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $19.44 to $30.23.
+What do basic and premium stamped concrete work cost in Myrtle Beach?
For 400 sq ft, basic work runs $2,900 to $4,550 and premium work $5,350 to $7,000. 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 Myrtle Beach?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are March through November. April and November 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 Myrtle Beach?
$180 to $350 for 400 sq ft, from a national range scaled by the local wage and goods indexes.
Stamped concrete near Myrtle Beach
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.