How Much Does a Concrete Driveway Cost?
March 27, 2026
A plain concrete driveway costs $4–8 per sq ft installed. Stamped finishes run $12–20 per sq ft; exposed aggregate falls in between at $8–14. On a 400–500 sq ft two-car driveway, that's a range of $1,600 to $10,000 depending on finish and region. Finish type and local labor rates are the two biggest variables. If you're also pricing a patio or walkway, the same per-sq-ft logic applies — bundling projects with one contractor typically saves 10–15% on mobilization.
Plain Broom-Finish Driveway
A standard broom-finish concrete driveway costs $4–8 per sq ft installed. For a typical two-car driveway (400–600 sq ft), budget $1,600–4,800. This includes site prep, forming, reinforcement (rebar or wire mesh), pouring, and finishing. It does not include demo of an existing driveway.
Stamped Concrete Driveway
Stamped concrete driveways cost $12–20 per sq ft. The premium comes from skilled labor (stamping requires precise timing during the pour), release agents, and the stamps themselves. Expect $4,800–12,000 for a typical two-car driveway.
Exposed Aggregate Driveway
Exposed aggregate driveways cost $8–14 per sq ft — less than stamped concrete but more than plain. The aggregate type (pea gravel, river stone, recycled glass) affects the upper end of the price range.
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Colored Concrete
Integral coloring adds $2–4 per sq ft over plain concrete. Surface staining adds $1–3 per sq ft but is less durable. Either option applied to a stamped surface stacks on top of the stamping premium.
Demo and Site Prep
Removing an existing asphalt or concrete driveway adds $1–3 per sq ft. Poor soil conditions (expansive clay, high water table) add cost for sub-base work. Tree roots near the driveway edge may require root barriers.
Regional Price Variation
Labor rates vary significantly by region. California, New York, and the Pacific Northwest run 30–60% above national averages. The South and Midwest tend to be at or below the national average. Always get three quotes — driveway pricing varies more than most home improvement categories. The same regional markup applies to patios and walkways, so if you're pricing multiple concrete projects at once, regional labor is the biggest shared variable.
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