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Patio Cost Calculator

Estimate US patio installation costs by area, finish, and site conditions.

How this estimate is calculated

Patio area uses an installed basic-concrete baseline. Finish and ordinary preparation scale per square foot. Major grading and drainage are separate fixed allowances, while removal scales with area.

This is a planning estimate, not a contractor quote. Actual contractor quotes vary by location, specification, site conditions, labour, and project requirements.

Useful cost information

Planning assumptions

  • This is a planning estimate, not a contractor quote.
  • Permits, retaining walls, extensive drainage, and unusual excavation are excluded.
  • Actual pricing varies by location, access, materials, and site condition.

Data sources & methodology

Angi — Concrete Patio Cost 2026

Last reviewed: 2026-09

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