Stamped concrete cost in Jackson, TN
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (400 sq ft)
- $2,950 – $7,050
- Per sq ft
- $7.20 – $17
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −11%
- US $5,600
- Rank of 300 metros
- #250
- 1 = most expensive
Local price for stamped concrete in the Jackson area: $2,950 to $7,050 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 $21.02 an hour in the Jackson area, 23% below the US median of $27.41.
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Estimated cost for 400 sq ft in Jackson, TN, standard level
$4,150 to $5,800
About $10 to $14 per sq ft before permits. Labor is about 45% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $2,250 | $2,950 |
| Labor | $1,800 | $2,650 |
| Permits and fees | $120 | $220 |
| Total | $4,150 | $5,800 |
Cost breakdown for 400 sq ft in Jackson, TN
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $1,750 | $2,600 | $3,450 | 52% |
| Labor | $1,150 | $2,200 | $3,300 | 45% |
| Permits and fees | $45 | $170 | $300 | 3% |
| Total | $2,950 | $5,000 | $7,050 | 100% |
What is behind the Jackson 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 $21.02 an hour. Add the other trades involved and the blended wage index for Jackson is 0.82 (US = 1.00), which puts labor at 45% of the total.
Materials are scaled with BEA's regional price parity for goods. Jackson is at 96.2 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 85.5: $45 to $300.
Who does the work: Jackson 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 Jackson the blend is 0.82.
Cement masons and concrete finishers (47-2051), 60% of the weighting: a median of $21.02 an hour, 23% below the US median of $27.41. The middle half of them earn between $18.64 and $23.04 an hour. About 180 work in the metro. That is 21.3 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 13.3 nationally, which suggests plenty of local crews to bid.
For construction laborers (47-2061, weighted 30%) the local median is $21.45 an hour, which is 5% below the national $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $17.83 and $23.42 an hour. BLS counts 580 of them working in the area, 68.6 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 70.5), so the local bench is about average.
Operating engineers and other construction equipment operators (47-2073), 10% of the weighting: a median of $22.71 an hour, 21% below the US median of $28.78. The middle half of them earn between $19.65 and $26.72 an hour. About 270 work in the metro. That is 31.9 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 30.7 nationally, so the supply of crews looks typical.
A quick sensitivity check: moving the lead trade (cement masons and concrete finishers) from the median to the 75th percentile wage adds about $120 to the midpoint estimate; the 25th percentile takes off about $140. That is a swing of roughly 2.8% to 2.4% of the total, which is useful for judging whether a bid reflects wages or something else, such as scope or margin.
Jackson has 84,530 jobs in total (BLS, May 2025), ranking 227th 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% | $18.64 | $21.02 | $23.04 | $27.41 | 0.77 | metro |
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 30% | $17.83 | $21.45 | $23.42 | $22.66 | 0.95 | metro |
| Operating engineers and other construction equipment operators (47-2073) | 10% | $19.65 | $22.71 | $26.72 | $28.78 | 0.79 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.82 | |||||
The best months for stamped concrete in Jackson
Climate numbers on this page come from NOAA's 1991-2020 U.S. Climate Normals at the nearest suitable station, Jackson Exp Stn (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 Jackson are April through June and September through October: 5 of 12. Outside them, January, February, March, November and December have an average overnight low of 40°F or below, and July and August have 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 and August, crews often start early, wet the base and plan for faster set times.
Jackson gets about 57 inches of precipitation in a normal year, including roughly 3 inches of snow. The wettest months are March, April and May (5.8 inches in March). Inside the workable window, September and October are the driest, at 4.1 and 4.0 inches. The station averages about 56 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 | 49 | 27 | 4.3 | Cold |
| Feb | 53 | 30 | 4.7 | Cold |
| Mar | 62 | 39 | 5.8 | Cold |
| Apr | 73 | 48 | 5.5 | Workable |
| May | 80 | 58 | 5.3 | Workable |
| Jun | 88 | 66 | 5.1 | Workable |
| Jul | 91 | 69 | 5.0 | Hot |
| Aug | 90 | 67 | 3.6 | Hot |
| Sep | 85 | 60 | 4.1 | Workable |
| Oct | 74 | 48 | 4.0 | Workable |
| Nov | 61 | 37 | 4.5 | Cold |
| Dec | 52 | 31 | 5.3 | Cold |
Planning more than one job in Jackson?
Jobs that often go together with stamped concrete are priced below at their usual sizes, using the same Jackson wage and price inputs. Compared with national midpoints, paver patio comes out highest (−4%) and concrete driveway lowest (−13%); 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 | $3,200 – $7,950 | −13% |
| Paver patio | 300 sq ft | $2,900 – $5,200 | −4% |
| Concrete slab | 400 sq ft | $2,200 – $4,700 | −10% |
| Asphalt driveway | 600 sq ft | $2,800 – $6,700 | −9% |
| Gravel driveway | 1,000 sq ft | $2,300 – $9,300 | −9% |
Specs and site conditions that change a Jackson bid
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.
Pick a size, pick a tier: stamped concrete pricing in Jackson
The cited range is split into basic, standard and premium bands, then scaled to Jackson. 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
$2,950 to $4,600
Basic pattern, one integral color
Standard
$4,150 to $5,800
Two-tone color release and a border
Premium
$5,400 to $7,050
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 – $3,700 |
| 20x20 patio (400 sq ft) | $2,950 – $4,600 | $4,150 – $5,800 | $5,400 – $7,050 |
| 2-car driveway (600 sq ft) | $4,350 – $6,800 | $6,200 – $8,600 | $8,000 – $10,400 |
Add-ons priced for Jackson
Add-ons start from national price ranges and are scaled by 0.89 for Jackson, which is the average of the area's wage index (0.82) and goods price index (0.96). The estimator above can add them to your total.
| Add-on | Local range |
|---|---|
| Add a vapor barrier | $180 – $360 |
Is Jackson 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 $4,650 to $5,250 across Jackson and its five closest metros.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jackson, TNthis page | $2,950 – $7,050 | $5,000 | |
| Memphis, TN75 miles | $3,050 – $7,400 | $5,200 | +5% |
| Clarksville, TN95 miles | $3,000 – $7,200 | $5,100 | +2% |
| Jonesboro, AR100 miles | $2,750 – $6,600 | $4,650 | −7% |
| Nashville, TN125 miles | $3,050 – $7,400 | $5,250 | +5% |
| Decatur, AL135 miles | $2,900 – $7,000 | $4,950 | −1% |
| Tennessee (statewide) | $3,000 – $7,300 | $5,150 | +3% |
| United States | $3,250 – $7,950 | $5,600 | +12% |
Out of the 300 metros we cover, Jackson ranks #250 for the cost of this job (#1 is the most expensive). Statewide, Jackson is 3% below the Tennessee figure.
Elsewhere in Tennessee
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nashville, TN | 1,099,300 jobs | $3,050 – $7,400 | $5,250 | +5% |
| Memphis, TN | 611,670 jobs | $3,050 – $7,400 | $5,200 | +5% |
| Knoxville, TN | 424,600 jobs | $3,000 – $7,200 | $5,100 | +2% |
| Chattanooga, TN | 268,750 jobs | $2,950 – $7,100 | $5,050 | +1% |
| Kingsport, TN | 119,560 jobs | $2,950 – $7,100 | $5,000 | +1% |
| Clarksville, TN | 103,220 jobs | $3,000 – $7,200 | $5,100 | +2% |
Metros of a similar size
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Jackson against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eau Claire, WI | 86,060 jobs | $3,350 – $8,250 | $5,800 | +16% |
| La Crosse, WI | 84,380 jobs | $3,300 – $8,250 | $5,800 | +16% |
| Daphne, AL | 87,120 jobs | $2,900 – $7,000 | $4,950 | −1% |
| Waterloo, IA | 84,260 jobs | $3,250 – $8,100 | $5,700 | +14% |
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Stamped concrete in Jackson: your questions
+How much does it cost to pour stamped concrete in Jackson?
For 400 sq ft, expect $2,950 to $7,050 in the Jackson 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 Jackson?
About $7.20 to $17 per sq ft for materials and labor, plus $45 to $300 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $8 to $19.
+Is stamped concrete cheaper in Jackson or Memphis?
Memphis is 75 miles away. The midpoint for 400 sq ft there is $5,200, which is 5% more than Jackson ($5,000). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Jackson?
About 45% at the midpoint, or $2,200 out of $5,000. Materials are 52% and permits 3%. Nationally, labor is 48%.
+What would 20x20 patio (400 sq ft) cost in Jackson?
$2,950 to $7,050. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does stamped concrete need a permit in Jackson?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $45 to $300 for fees in the Jackson area (our national range of $50 to $350 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Jackson expensive for stamped concrete compared with the rest of Tennessee?
Jackson is 3% below the Tennessee statewide estimate ($5,150 at the midpoint). We cover 8 metros in Tennessee; see the state page to compare them.
+What do cement masons and concrete finishers earn in Jackson?
The BLS median is $21.02 an hour in the Jackson area, compared with $27.41 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $18.64 to $23.04.
+What do basic and premium stamped concrete work cost in Jackson?
For 400 sq ft, basic work runs $2,950 to $4,600 and premium work $5,400 to $7,050. 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 Jackson?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are April through June and September 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 Jackson?
$180 to $360 for 400 sq ft, from a national range scaled by the local wage and goods indexes.
Stamped concrete near Jackson
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.