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Patio Cost Calculator
Estimate patio costs by size, material, and installation. Compare DIY and professional options.
Patio Dimensions
Area:
300 sq ft
ft
1 ft100+ ft
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1 ft100+ ft
Surface Material
Estimated Patio Cost
$900 – $2,400
300 sq ft Patio
Cost Breakdown
Material Cost:
$450 – $1,200
Installation / Labor:
$450 – $1,200
Site Preparation:
None ($0)
Cost Per Sq Ft:
$3.00 – $8.00
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How to Use the Patio Cost Calculator
Estimating your patio project cost is simple. Follow these steps to get a customized planning estimate:
- Enter patio dimensions: Input your planned length and width.
- Choose a material: Select from concrete, pavers, flagstone, or gravel.
- Select installation type: Choose between a professional contractor or a DIY approach.
- Review the estimate: Instantly see your total estimated cost and cost per square foot.
How Much Does a Patio Cost?
A new patio represents an excellent investment in your outdoor living space. When determining how much a patio costs, the final price depends heavily on the size of the footprint, the material chosen, and whether you hire a professional or do the labor yourself.
Site preparation—such as grading an uneven yard, improving drainage, or breaking up an old concrete slab—will also impact the bottom line. Our planning calculator helps you estimate the baseline costs before gathering exact contractor quotes.
Patio Cost Per Square Foot
Contractors typically estimate hardscaping projects by the square foot. Below is a planning guide comparing average professional installation costs across popular materials.
| Material | Typical Installed Cost (Per Sq Ft) | General Characteristics |
|---|---|---|
| Poured Concrete | $3 – $8 | Durable and highly cost-effective; prone to minor cracking in cold climates. |
| Concrete Pavers | $8 – $15 | Versatile, flexible (resists cracking), requires extensive base preparation. |
| Brick Pavers | $10 – $20 | Classic, timeless aesthetic that retains its authentic color permanently. |
| Flagstone / Natural Stone | $15 – $35 | Premium luxury look; high labor cost required to chisel and fit irregular stones. |
| Gravel / Crushed Stone | $1 – $4 | Most affordable option; great drainage but requires rigid edging to contain stones. |
| Permeable Pavers | $10 – $30 | Eco-friendly drainage solution; requires a deep, specialty crushed stone base. |
Patio Cost by Material
Material choice has a major impact on patio cost, durability, appearance, and maintenance. Compare these popular options to find the right fit for your project and budget.
Concrete Patio Cost
A basic poured concrete patio is the most budget-friendly solid surface, ranging from $3 to $8 per square foot. Stamped or decorative concrete will push the price to $8–$18 per square foot to cover the cost of coloring and stamping patterns into the wet slab.
Paver Patio Cost
Concrete pavers typically cost $8 to $15 per square foot. While the stones themselves aren't excessively expensive, installing a paver patio requires heavy excavation, layers of compacted gravel, and bedding sand, resulting in a higher labor cost.
Flagstone Patio Cost
Natural stone is a premium option, costing $15 to $35 per square foot. The price is driven by the cost of quarrying real stone and the slow, intensive artisan labor required for a stonemason to cut and piece irregular shapes together.
Gravel Patio Cost
Gravel is the cheapest patio material, at $1 to $4 per square foot. It is perfect for casual seating or fire pit areas. You will need to account for a rigid border (like steel edging or landscape timbers) to keep the stones in place.
Frequently Asked Questions
A 20x20 patio covers 400 square feet. For a basic poured concrete finish, expect to pay between $1,200 and $3,200. If you choose concrete pavers, a professional installation typically ranges from $3,200 to $6,000.
Overall, professionally installed patios cost between $3 and $35 per square foot. Poured concrete is usually $3-$8, pavers are $8-$15, and natural stone can be $15-$35.
Poured concrete is significantly cheaper upfront. It requires less excavation and is poured quickly. Pavers require extensive digging, tons of base gravel, and meticulous manual placement of every stone.
Most standard concrete paver patios average $8 to $15 per square foot installed. A common 300 square foot layout (15x20) will generally cost between $2,400 and $4,500.
Yes, a DIY patio is cheaper because you save on professional labor rates. However, you must still purchase the surface materials, base gravel, and sand, and potentially pay for delivery fees, tool rentals, and dirt disposal.
Yes. Demolition and haul-away of an existing concrete slab usually adds an extra $2 to $6 per square foot to your overall project estimate.
No. This tool provides a planning estimate based on national averages. Actual costs depend on your local contractor's overhead, regional labor rates, exact material quality, site accessibility, and required permits.
What Our Community Says
Helpful feedback from homeowners, contractors, and DIYers planning their patio projects.
"Made it much easier to compare concrete and pavers before deciding on the right option for our backyard."
— Daniel Carter
"Helped us figure out a realistic budget for a flagstone patio versus standard brick. Great for early planning."
— Melissa Thompson
"I was deciding between DIY and hiring a pro for a 12x16 space. Seeing the material cost split helped me make the call."
— James Anderson
"Simple to use and gave a very reasonable range for our gravel fire pit area. The removal estimate feature is a nice touch."
— Sarah Mitchell
"As a contractor, I send my clients here so they understand how site prep and materials affect their overall project pricing."
— Robert Wilson
"Allowed us to easily price out a simple rectangle vs a complex curved design. Very helpful tool for our landscape planning."
— Amanda Brooks
"We wanted to know roughly what a 20x20 stamped concrete slab would run before calling local companies for quotes."
— Michael Turner
"The DIY materials-only mode helped me budget out the base gravel, sand, and pavers for my weekend project accurately."
— Jennifer Collins
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