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Patio Cost Calculator

Price a new patio. Choose the material and size, set your region, and see a cost range and per-square-foot price next to the national average.

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National average~$15/sq ft

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Concrete vs pavers vs stone

Poured concrete is the budget choice; stamped concrete adds pattern for a few dollars more; pavers and brick cost more but are easy to repair; natural stone is the premium look. Base prep, patterns and local labor affect price.

How it’s calculated & sources

Cost = area (length × width) × installed per-sq-ft rate for the material. Estimates are then scaled by a regional construction-cost factor for your area (U.S. average = 1.00).

Cost ranges from 2025–26 national home-improvement data (HomeAdvisor, Angi, Fixr and industry guides); regional factors approximate RS Means-style city cost indices. National average patio \u2248 $15/sq ft installed \u2014 concrete $9\u201318, pavers $12\u201330, natural stone $15\u201335.

Results update as you type and are estimates, not a quote — site conditions, permits, and finishes move the final number. Verify with local pros.

Worked example

A 16×14 paver patio (224 sq ft) runs about $4,000 nationally (~$18/sq ft).

Frequently asked questions

Is labor included?

Yes \u2014 the rates are installed (material plus labor).

Why are pavers pricier than concrete?

More material and labor to set on a compacted base, but they resist cracking and are repairable.

How does region change it?

The estimate is scaled by a regional cost factor, so the same patio costs more in higher-cost areas.