What to know about patio installation in New Orleans
Coastal wind and salt in New Orleans favor impact- and corrosion-resistant materials, and some areas require wind ratings.
What affects patio installation cost in New Orleans
Beyond the local market, the same factors that drive patio installation cost everywhere apply in New Orleans:
- 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.
Patio Installation cost by patio material in New Orleans
These figures are adjusted for New Orleans pricing (about 0.98x the national average), so they reflect what local homeowners actually pay.
| Patio material | Cost in New Orleans | Typical total |
|---|---|---|
| Gravel | $3.14 to $9.80 /sq ft | About $950 to $2,950 |
| Poured concrete | $6.27 to $19.60 /sq ft | About $1,900 to $5,900 |
| Stamped concrete | $8.62 to $26.95 /sq ft | About $2,600 to $8,100 |
| Pavers | $10.19 to $31.85 /sq ft | About $3,050 to $9,550 |
| Brick | $10.98 to $34.30 /sq ft | About $3,300 to $10,300 |
| Flagstone | $12.54 to $39.20 /sq ft | About $3,750 to $11,800 |