Stamped concrete cost in Johnson City, TN
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (400 sq ft)
- $2,950 – $7,150
- Per sq ft
- $7.30 – $17
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −10%
- US $5,600
- Rank of 300 metros
- #233
- 1 = most expensive
Local price for stamped concrete in the Johnson City area: $2,950 to $7,150 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 10% lower than the US figure. Cement masons and concrete finishers earn a median of $23.04 an hour in the Johnson City area, 16% below the US median of $27.41.
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Estimated cost for 400 sq ft in Johnson City, TN, standard level
$4,200 to $5,900
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 | $1,850 | $2,700 |
| Permits and fees | $120 | $230 |
| Total | $4,200 | $5,900 |
Cost breakdown for 400 sq ft in Johnson City, TN
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $1,750 | $2,600 | $3,450 | 51% |
| Labor | $1,200 | $2,300 | $3,400 | 45% |
| Permits and fees | $45 | $180 | $310 | 3% |
| Total | $2,950 | $5,050 | $7,150 | 100% |
What is behind the Johnson City number
Labor is 45% 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 Johnson City the blended ratio comes out at 0.85. BLS does not publish this trade for the metro, so we used the Tennessee statewide median.
Materials are scaled with BEA's regional price parity for goods. Johnson City 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 87.9: $45 to $310.
Data note: 60% of the labor weighting for this project uses a statewide median because BLS has no published metro figure for that trade in Johnson City. The wage table below marks each row.
Is Johnson City 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 $5,000 to $5,100 across Johnson City and its five closest metros.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Johnson City, TNthis page | $2,950 – $7,150 | $5,050 | |
| Kingsport, TN25 miles | $2,950 – $7,100 | $5,000 | −1% |
| Asheville, NC45 miles | $3,000 – $7,250 | $5,100 | +1% |
| Hickory, NC60 miles | $2,950 – $7,100 | $5,050 | −1% |
| Knoxville, TN100 miles | $3,000 – $7,200 | $5,100 | +1% |
| Spartanburg, SC105 miles | $3,000 – $7,200 | $5,100 | +1% |
| Tennessee (statewide) | $3,000 – $7,300 | $5,150 | +2% |
| United States | $3,250 – $7,950 | $5,600 | +11% |
Out of the 300 metros we cover, Johnson City ranks #233 for the cost of this job (#1 is the most expensive). Statewide, Johnson City is 2% 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 | +3% |
| Memphis, TN | 611,670 jobs | $3,050 – $7,400 | $5,200 | +3% |
| Knoxville, TN | 424,600 jobs | $3,000 – $7,200 | $5,100 | +1% |
| Chattanooga, TN | 268,750 jobs | $2,950 – $7,100 | $5,050 | level |
| Kingsport, TN | 119,560 jobs | $2,950 – $7,100 | $5,000 | −1% |
| Clarksville, TN | 103,220 jobs | $3,000 – $7,200 | $5,100 | +1% |
Metros of a similar size
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Johnson City against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Idaho Falls, ID | 81,840 jobs | $3,100 – $7,600 | $5,350 | +6% |
| Odessa, TX | 80,910 jobs | $2,900 – $7,050 | $5,000 | −1% |
| Hilton Head, SC | 81,920 jobs | $3,050 – $7,400 | $5,200 | +3% |
| Greenville, NC | 80,770 jobs | $2,850 – $6,850 | $4,850 | −4% |
The best months for stamped concrete in Johnson City
Climate numbers on this page come from NOAA's 1991-2020 U.S. Climate Normals at the nearest suitable station, Bristol Tri City Ap (10 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 Johnson City 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.
Johnson City gets about 44 inches of precipitation in a normal year, including roughly 9 inches of snow. The wettest months are March, June and July (5.0 inches in July). Inside the workable window, September and October are the driest, at 2.8 and 2.5 inches. The station averages about 23 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 | 47 | 26 | 3.6 | Cold |
| Feb | 51 | 29 | 3.8 | Cold |
| Mar | 59 | 35 | 4.0 | Cold |
| Apr | 69 | 43 | 3.8 | Workable |
| May | 77 | 52 | 3.8 | Workable |
| Jun | 84 | 61 | 3.9 | Workable |
| Jul | 86 | 65 | 5.0 | Workable |
| Aug | 86 | 63 | 3.8 | Workable |
| Sep | 81 | 56 | 2.8 | Workable |
| Oct | 70 | 44 | 2.5 | Workable |
| Nov | 59 | 34 | 3.1 | Cold |
| Dec | 50 | 29 | 3.8 | Cold |
Johnson City: what basic, standard and premium work costs
The cited range is split into basic, standard and premium bands, then scaled to Johnson City. 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 $4,650
Basic pattern, one integral color
Standard
$4,200 to $5,900
Two-tone color release and a border
Premium
$5,500 to $7,150
Multi-color, hand-detailed, sealed to a high finish
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10x20 patio (200 sq ft) | $1,500 – $2,400 | $2,150 – $3,050 | $2,850 – $3,750 |
| 20x20 patio (400 sq ft) | $2,950 – $4,650 | $4,200 – $5,900 | $5,500 – $7,150 |
| 2-car driveway (600 sq ft) | $4,400 – $6,900 | $6,250 – $8,750 | $8,100 – $10,600 |
Who does the work: Johnson City 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 Johnson City the blend is 0.85.
Cement masons and concrete finishers (47-2051) carry 60% of the labor weighting. BLS does not publish this trade for the Johnson City metro, so we used the Tennessee statewide median: $23.04 an hour against $27.41 for the US. The middle half of them earn between $20.92 and $25.38 an hour.
For construction laborers (47-2061, weighted 30%) the local median is $19.79 an hour, which is 13% below the national $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $17.74 and $22.37 an hour. BLS counts 580 of them working in the area, 71.0 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 $22.87 an hour, 21% below the US median of $28.78. The middle half of them earn between $21.37 and $26.76 an hour. About 200 work in the metro. That is 24.5 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 30.7 nationally, so expect fewer 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 $140 to the midpoint estimate; the 25th percentile takes off about $130. That is a swing of roughly 2.5% to 2.7% of the total, which is useful for judging whether a bid reflects wages or something else, such as scope or margin.
Johnson City has 81,690 jobs in total (BLS, May 2025), ranking 234th 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% | $20.92 | $23.04 | $25.38 | $27.41 | 0.84 | state |
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 30% | $17.74 | $19.79 | $22.37 | $22.66 | 0.87 | metro |
| Operating engineers and other construction equipment operators (47-2073) | 10% | $21.37 | $22.87 | $26.76 | $28.78 | 0.79 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.85 | |||||
Add-ons priced for Johnson City
Add-ons start from national price ranges and are scaled by 0.90 for Johnson City, which is the average of the area's wage index (0.85) 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 |
What nearby projects cost in Johnson City
Jobs that often go together with stamped concrete are priced below at their usual sizes, using the same Johnson City wage and price inputs. Compared with national midpoints, paver patio comes out highest (−6%) and concrete driveway lowest (−12%); the gap comes from the trades each job uses.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Concrete patio | 300 sq ft | $1,150 – $3,550 | −11% |
| Concrete driveway | 600 sq ft | $3,250 – $8,050 | −12% |
| Paver patio | 300 sq ft | $2,850 – $5,100 | −6% |
| Concrete slab | 400 sq ft | $2,200 – $4,750 | −9% |
| Asphalt driveway | 600 sq ft | $2,750 – $6,500 | −12% |
| Gravel driveway | 1,000 sq ft | $2,250 – $9,150 | −10% |
Stamped concrete: what moves the price in Johnson City
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.
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Stamped concrete in Johnson City: your questions
+How much does it cost to pour stamped concrete in Johnson City?
For 400 sq ft, expect $2,950 to $7,150 in the Johnson City area. A standard-spec job lands at $4,200 to $5,900. Small jobs usually cost more per sq ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per sq ft for stamped concrete in Johnson City?
About $7.30 to $17 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 Johnson City or Kingsport?
Kingsport is 25 miles away. The midpoint for 400 sq ft there is $5,000, which is 1% less than Johnson City ($5,050). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Johnson City?
About 45% at the midpoint, or $2,300 out of $5,050. Materials are 51% and permits 3%. Nationally, labor is 48%.
+What would 20x20 patio (400 sq ft) cost in Johnson City?
$2,950 to $7,150. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does stamped concrete need a permit in Johnson City?
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 Johnson City area (our national range of $50 to $350 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Johnson City expensive for stamped concrete compared with the rest of Tennessee?
Johnson City is 2% 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 Johnson City?
BLS has no published metro figure here, so we use the statewide median of $23.04 an hour, compared with $27.41 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $20.92 to $25.38.
+What do basic and premium stamped concrete work cost in Johnson City?
For 400 sq ft, basic work runs $2,950 to $4,650 and premium work $5,500 to $7,150. 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 Johnson City?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are April 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 Johnson City?
$180 to $360 for 400 sq ft, from a national range scaled by the local wage and goods indexes.
Stamped concrete near Johnson City
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.