Cost to Pour a Concrete Pad
The cost to pour a concrete pad averages $6 to $12 per square foot installed in 2026. That includes concrete material, labor, forming, site prep, and finishing. Below is the full breakdown.
Quick Answer
Cost Example: 10×10 Pad (4 inch)
Area: 10 × 10 = 100 sq ft
Volume: (10 × 10 × 4/12) ÷ 27 = 1.23 cubic yards
Concrete material (ready-mix only): 1.23 yd³ × $150/yd³ ≈ $185
All materials (concrete + reinforcement + forms + gravel): ~$300–$700 ($3–$7/sq ft)
Labor + site prep + finish: ~$300–$500 ($3–$5/sq ft)
Total installed: ~$600–$1,200 ($6–$12/sq ft)
Estimate only. Actual cost depends on location, site conditions, labor, access, and contractor pricing.
Average Concrete Pad Cost by Size
Ranges reflect 2026 U.S. national averages. Source: Angi / Concrete Network 2026 cost data.
| Project / Size | Low | High | Typical Use |
|---|---|---|---|
| Small pad (6×6, 36 sq ft) | $300 | $650 | Shed base, AC pad |
| Medium pad (10×10, 100 sq ft) | $700 | $1,500 | Patio, hot tub |
| Large pad (20×20, 400 sq ft) | $2,400 | $4,800 | Garage, RV pad |
| XL pad (30×40, 1,200 sq ft) | $7,200 | $14,400 | Barn, large driveway |
Estimate only. Actual cost depends on location, site conditions, labor, access, and contractor pricing.
Material vs Labor Breakdown
Concrete material (40–55%): Ready-mix at $130–$180/yd³ is the largest material cost. A typical 4″ pad uses ~0.0123 yd³ per sq ft.
Labor (40–50%): Forming, pouring, screeding, trowel finishing, and cleanup. Labor runs $3–$5/sq ft and is higher in metro areas.
Site prep (5–15%): Grading, excavation, gravel base (~$1–$3/sq ft for 4″ gravel), and demolition of old surface if needed.
Reinforcement (optional): Wire mesh ~$0.50/sq ft, rebar ~$1–$2/sq ft. Recommended for driveways and large pads.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cost to pour a concrete pad per square foot?
Pouring a concrete pad costs $6 to $12 per square foot installed. Concrete material alone is $3 to $7 per square foot; labor, forming, site prep, and finishing add the remaining $3 to $5 per square foot.
How much does labor cost to pour concrete?
Labor typically makes up 40–50% of the total concrete pad cost — about $3 to $5 per square foot. This includes forming, pouring, screeding, finishing, and cleanup.
How much concrete do I need for a pad?
Concrete is sold by the cubic yard. Volume (yd³) = (length × width × thickness in feet) ÷ 27. A 10×10 pad at 4 inches thick needs about 1.23 cubic yards.
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