Patio Installation cost breakdown
At a mid-range, national-average baseline, a typical patio installation project is estimated at $950 to $3,000. The table below breaks the cost down so you can see where your project is likely to land.
| Material | Installed cost per sq ft | Typical total (300 sq ft) |
|---|---|---|
| Gravel | $3 to $8 /sq ft | About $900 to $2,400 |
| Poured concrete | $6 to $16 /sq ft | About $1,800 to $4,800 |
| Stamped concrete | $10 to $22 /sq ft | About $3,000 to $6,600 |
| Pavers | $12 to $26 /sq ft | About $3,600 to $7,800 |
| Flagstone | $15 to $35 /sq ft | About $4,500 to $10,500 |
Patio Installation cost by project size
Most of your patio installation cost scales with size. Here is the estimated national-average range at a few common project sizes.
| Patio size (square feet) | Estimated total cost | Scale |
|---|---|---|
| 150 square feet | $475 to $1,500 | Smaller project |
| 300 square feet | $950 to $3,000 | Typical project |
| 530 square feet | $1,700 to $5,300 | Larger project |
What drives patio installation cost
- Patio size in square feet.
- Material: concrete and gravel are cheapest, flagstone and brick cost the most.
- Base preparation, grading, and drainage.
- Patterns, borders, and decorative finishes.
- Site access and any walls or steps.
- Regional labor rates.
Key cost factors
Material range
Poured concrete is the budget standard. Pavers and brick cost more but offer more styles and are easy to repair. Flagstone is the premium natural-stone option.
Base and drainage
A proper compacted base and good drainage are what make a patio last. Grading and base prep add cost but prevent settling and cracking.
Pattern and detail
Borders, multiple colors, intricate paver patterns, and seat walls all add labor and material cost on top of the base price.