Concrete Driveway Cost Calculator
A concrete driveway costs about $4–$15 per square foot installed in 2026 — roughly $2,400–$9,000 for a typical 600 sq ft driveway. Enter your dimensions, finish, or car count, and this concrete driveway cost calculator returns a low–high installed estimate.
Rates are 2026 US installed averages covering concrete, labor, forms, and basic finishing. Decorative finishes and difficult access price toward the high end of each range.
Estimates only — not contractor quotes. Actual prices vary by region, site conditions, finish complexity, and material availability. Get at least two written quotes from licensed concrete contractors before committing.
How the concrete driveway cost calculator works
Contractors price a concrete driveway by the square foot, installed. In 2026 the going range is $4–$15 per sq ft, and the finish is the biggest single lever: plain broom finish $4–$8, exposed aggregate $8–$12, and stamped or decorative concrete $10–$15+. A typical 600 sq ft driveway therefore costs roughly $2,400–$9,000 depending on finish.
Six things move the number. Size sets the base — bigger pours cost more overall but less per foot. Thickness: 4 inches suits cars and SUVs; heavy trucks and RVs want 5–6 inches, using about 25% more concrete per extra inch. Finish type can double the per-foot price. Site prep — grading, a compacted sub-base, and demolition of an old driveway ($1–$3 per sq ft) — is real money. Reinforcement (wire mesh vs rebar) and region shift labor rates noticeably.
Ballpark totals for 2026: a 1-car driveway (400 sq ft) runs $1,600–$6,000; a 2-car (720 sq ft) $2,900–$10,800; a 3-car (1,040 sq ft) $4,200–$15,600. Decorative finishes land toward the top of each band, plain broom toward the bottom.
cost low/high = area × finish rate low/high · removal adds area × ($1…$3) · sub-base adds area × ($1…$2) · area = L × W
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Keep exploring: figure out how much concrete to order with the Concrete Cubic Yard Calculator, or price a plain slab pour with the Concrete Slab Calculator — the square footage you measure here plugs straight into both.
Concrete driveway cost calculator FAQ
How much does a concrete driveway cost per square foot?
About $4–$15 per square foot installed in 2026. Plain broom finish runs $4–$8, exposed aggregate $8–$12, and stamped or decorative concrete $10–$15+. A typical 600 sq ft driveway therefore lands around $2,400–$9,000 depending on finish.
How much does a 2-car concrete driveway cost?
Roughly $3,000–$7,000 for a plain-finish 2-car driveway (about 18 × 40 ft, or 720 sq ft) in 2026. Exposed aggregate pushes that to $5,800–$8,600, and stamped concrete to $7,200–$10,800+. Removing an old driveway adds about $1–$3 per sq ft.
How thick should a concrete driveway be?
4 inches is standard for cars and SUVs. Go 5–6 inches if you park heavy trucks, an RV, or a boat trailer. Each extra inch uses about 25% more concrete on a 4-inch base, and thicker slabs deserve rebar instead of wire mesh.
How long does a concrete driveway last?
25–30 years or more with a proper compacted sub-base, control joints every 10–12 ft, and a sealer coat every 2–3 years. Poor drainage, freeze–thaw cycles without sealer, and heavy loads on a thin slab shorten its life.
How much more does stamped concrete cost than plain?
Stamped or decorative concrete typically costs 50–100% more than plain broom finish — about $10–$15+ per sq ft versus $4–$8. Exposed aggregate sits in the middle at roughly $8–$12 per sq ft.
Do I need a permit for a concrete driveway?
Usually yes — most cities require a permit, especially where the driveway meets the street or sidewalk (the apron and any curb cut). Concrete contractors normally pull the permit as part of the job; check with your local building department for fees.
How long before I can drive on a new concrete driveway?
Foot traffic is fine after 24–48 hours, but wait at least 7 days before driving on it. Concrete reaches full design strength around 28 days. Keep it moist in the first few days of hot weather — concrete that dries too fast cures weak.