How Much Does Concrete delivery Cost?
Updated for 2025

Updated: March 16, 2025

Author: Mike Day

How much does concrete cost a yard?

How Much Does Concrete Cost in 2025? A Complete Guide

Concrete is one of the most widely used building materials in the world.

Whether you're planning a driveway, patio, foundation, or other construction project, understanding concrete pricing is essential for budgeting and decision-making.

In this guide, we'll break down the costs associated with concrete in 2025, including per-yard pricing, delivery fees, labor costs, and additional factors that affect the final price.

Average Cost of Concrete in 2025

Concrete costs vary based on several factors, including location, concrete mix quality, project size, and delivery logistics. Here are the current average prices:

• Per cubic yard: $130 - $160 (average of $145)
• Per truckload (10 cubic yards): $1,300 - $1,600
• Bagged concrete (per 80-lb bag): $4 - $6
• Stamped concrete: $15 - $30 per square foot
• Stained concrete: $6 - $20 per square foot
• Reinforced concrete with rebar: $8 - $15 per square foot

Cost Factors Influencing Concrete Prices

1. Concrete Quality & Strength

Concrete strength is measured in PSI (pounds per square inch). The higher the PSI, the stronger and more expensive the concrete mix will be.

• 2500 PSI: $120 - $130 per cubic yard (basic residential use)
• 3000 PSI: $130 - $150 per cubic yard (standard driveways & patios)
• 4000 PSI: $150 - $170 per cubic yard (heavy-duty applications)
• 5000+ PSI: $170 - $210 per cubic yard (commercial & industrial projects)

2. Delivery Costs

Concrete delivery is typically priced per mile and per load.

• Short-distance delivery (under 20 miles): $60 - $150
• Long-distance delivery (20-50 miles): $150 - $400
• Small load surcharge (less than 5 yards): $100 - $300
• Weekend or after-hours delivery: Additional 10-20%

Bigger projects benefit from bulk pricing. A small patio requiring only 2-3 cubic yards will cost more per yard than a full driveway needing 10+ cubic yards.

4. Site Preparation & Additional Costs

Site prep can add significant costs, including:

• Excavation: $50 - $200 per hour
• Grading & leveling: $500 - $3,000 per project
• Rebar or wire mesh reinforcement: $0.50 - $2.00 per square foot
• Concrete forms: $1.00 - $3.00 per linear foot

5. Labor Costs

Concrete installation labor varies by region and project complexity.

• Basic concrete pouring: $2 - $4 per square foot
• Stamped or decorative concrete: $15 - $30 per square foot
• Concrete finishing (smoothing, sealing): $3 - $8 per square foot

DIY vs. Hiring a Contractor

Ways to Save on Concrete Costs

1. Order in bulk – The more concrete you order, the lower the per-yard price. (high yardage)
2. Plan ahead – Last-minute orders or small loads incur extra fees.
3. Consider ready-mix alternatives – Pre-mixed bags are cheaper for small projects.
4. Compare contractor quotes – Get at least 3 estimates before hiring.
5. Use local suppliers – Avoid high delivery costs from distant providers.
6. Choose standard finishes – Decorative options like stamping or staining add to costs.

ESTIMATING THE COST OF A CONCRETE PROJECT

When you trying to estimate the cost of your project, some other things to consider besides concrete are:

• City permits & inspections (varies from state to state) $100 - $1200
• Demolition and disposal fees (by the ton) $30 - $50 per ton 
• Gravel & sub-base preparation (varies by project size) $1000 - $5000
• Concrete reinforcement (wire mesh or rebar) $0.50 per square foot
• Concrete pump truck $600 - $1200
• Labor to form & prep for the slab (varies by size) $3.00 per square foot
• Labor to place and finish the concrete (varies by type of finish) $3.00 - $20.00 per square foot

Most all estimates for concrete projects are based on the size of the project and the type of finish on the concrete.

EXAMPLE: A basic 24' x 24' garage slab might cost $9000.00 with all the sub-base prep/gravel and concrete costs included. This project has a basic smooth trowel finish.

A 12' x 12' Stamped concrete patio might cost $6500.00 with the sub-base prep/gravel and concrete costs included. This project has a more skilled/specialized finish.

The basic garage slab, even though larger, costs about $10.00 per square foot VS the stamped concrete patio costs $30.00 per square foot.

how much does it cost for a concrete slab?

Most concrete slabs will range in cost from $8 to $13 dollars per square foot. (slab only price)

The basic costs for a:

• 10' x 10' concrete slab will cost between $1500 - $2000 dollars
• 12' x 12' shed slab will cost between $1600 - $2500 dollars
• 20' x 24' driveway slab will cost between $3000 - $4800 dollars
• 24' x 24' garage slab will cost $6900 - $8500 dollars

A simple residential concrete slab is usually between 4 - 6 inches thick.

The SQUARE FOOT price for both concrete and labor to install a simple concrete slab will be between $9.00 and $13.00 dollars per sq. ft. depending on the thickness.

The cost of concrete, reinforcement, and labor will range from $285 - $410 dollars per yard for the installation of most slabs.

Costs vary depending on slab size, thickness, type of reinforcement, labor costs, and permits.

Sub-base and gravel installation or demolition costs are usually in addition to the above costs.

The average price for a standard 6" thick concrete slab is $13.00 per square foot. 

Note: In some areas of the U.S., concrete costs and labor costs are quite a bit higher than the national average. You could expect to pay $15.00 per sq. ft. for the same size slab in these areas.

Contractor Tip: With the smaller size slabs, less than 20 x 20, a lot of concrete contractors have minimum prices for labor costs. 

A minimum labor charge might be $1500 dollars for a 10 x 10 slab as well as $1600.00 for an 18 x 12 slab. Then, the concrete and reinforcement is added to that.

The reason for a minimum charge on small projects is because there has to be a certain amount of profit built into a job or it's not worth doing. A business can't just "break-even" on a job and expect to stay in business very long.

how much does a concrete driveway cost?

PRICES FOR CONCRETE DRIVEWAYS:

A concrete driveway will cost between $10 - $20 dollars per square foot. The type of finish, adding color, stamping the concrete, staining, or having exposed aggregate will play a big factor in determining the cost.

There are many factors that contribute to the cost of a concrete driveway. 

The 4 main cost factors are:

1. Size of the driveway - The average size driveway in the U.S. is 600 sq. ft.
2. Thickness of the concrete - The minimum thickness is 4 inches, 6 inches for heavy vehicle traffic
3. Type of finish or design - When you start adding color and designs, the price goes up quickly
4. Site prep - Different for every driveway - only way to know accurate cost is to get a quote.

how much does concrete cost per square foot?

The square foot price for concrete is really going to be determined by the thickness of the slab.

A cubic yard of concrete at 4 inches thick covers 81 square feet. The average cost for a yard of 3000 psi. concrete is $140.00. ($140 ÷ 81 = 1.73)

Concrete at 4" thick costs $1.73 per square foot.

A cubic yard of concrete at 6 inches thick covers 52 square feet. If you use the same 3000 psi. cost of $140.00 per yard it equals ($140 ÷ 52 = 2.70)

Concrete at 6" thick costs $2.70 per square foot.

how much does a 10 YARD truck of concrete cost?

A full truck of concrete generally hauls 10  - 12 cubic yards of concrete. 

At $140.00 per yard for 3000 psi. concrete, a full truck of concrete costs about $1500.00.

Added to that cost are state taxes, any additives like fibermesh, accelerators, water-reducers, and higher psi. mixes.

how much does concrete stamping cost?

Stamped concrete will cost between $20.00 - $25.00 per square foot, for a basic single pattern stamped concrete design.

Included in that cost are: 4 inches (thickness) concrete, 1 integral color for the concrete, 1 pattern stamp, Labor to form, place, and stamp the concrete, clean and seal the concrete.

Usually not included are things like sub-base prep, stamped borders, thicker concrete, two or more patterns, decorative saw designs, stamped compass, and detailed staining would add to the square foot price from $1.00 - $5.00 per sq. ft.

CONTRACTOR'S NOTE: I personally do a lot of stamped concrete patios, walks, pool decks and entry slabs. All are usually 4" thick and my average stamped price is $25.00 per square foot.

my Maine "Updated" Concrete Price List For 2025

I own a concrete business in central Maine.  These concrete prices will reflect the cost of concrete in my local area.

They should give you a good estimate of what concrete cost per yard. For more accurate prices check with your local ready mix company.

What does concrete cost per yard for me?

These are the prices I pay for a yard of concrete near me. (Maine)

Here are 4 popular concrete mix designs used by most concrete contractors.

• 2500 PSI CONCRETE WITH 3/4" STONE:  MY COST - $148.00 PER YARD
• 3000 PSI CONCRETE WITH 3/4" STONE: MY COST - $151.00 PER YARD
• 3500 PSI CONCRETE WITH 3/4" STONE: MY COST - $164.00 PER YARD
• 4000 PSI CONCRETE WITH 3/4" STONE: MY COST - $177.00 PER YARD

For 3/8" stone (pea stone) instead of 3/4" ADD $6.00 PER YARD

For higher PSI Concrete mixes you should contact the concrete company you are using directly to get an accurate quote.

What do concrete additives cost?

Concrete Additives that add to the cost of a yard of concrete.

• REINFORCING FIBERMESH - $7.50 per yard
• GLENIUM 7500 (superplasticizer) - $6.00 per yard
• POZZUTEC 20+ (non-chloride accelerator) - 1%  $7.00 per yard
• POZZUTEC 20+ (non-chloride accelerator) - 2%  $14.00 per yard
• POZZOLITH 122HE (chloride-based accelerator) 1%  $5.00 per yard
• POZZOLITH 122HE (chloride-based accelerator) 2%  $10.00 per yard
• CALCIUM CHLORIDE (50lb bag) - $21.00 per bag

some other charges that add to the cost of the concrete

Some other fees you may get charged from the concrete company.

SATURDAY DELIVERY - $7.00 per yard

WAITING TIME (assessed per hour after 7mins/cy expires - $75.00 per hour

You get 7 minutes to unload each yard, after that they charge you per hour.

SMALL LOAD CHARGE (per cubic yard under 5 cy NOT hauled) - $40.00 per yard

If you only order 3 yards, they charge you an extra $80.00 dollars for being under 5 cubic yards. This charge will vary between company's, make sure you ask.

WINTER DELIVERY (cold climate areas) - $8.00 per yard

In cold climates, they have to charge extra to heat the concrete with hot water.

BARGE or FERRY DELIVERIES (for delivery to coastal islands) - $55.00 per yard

Make sure you ask, they could also charge by the hour.

Sometimes there may be a fuel surcharge if the cost of fuel reaches a certain price, ask in advance.

Do concrete companies offer any discounts?

Discounts, Credits, and Rebates some companies offer:

PUMP CREDIT (you may get a discount for pumping the concrete) - $3.00 per yard

It's usually faster to unload the concrete, gets them their truck back quicker.

QUICK PAY DISCOUNT (payments made within 10 days of invoice date) - $2.00 per yard

This concrete company has a 100/250 RULE. If you have a SINGLE PLACEMENT of 100 cubic yards of concrete or any SINGLE PROJECT requires in excess of 250 cubic yards of concrete, they will give you a discount per cubic yard.

They also have a VOLUME REBATE. If you pour 3000 cubic yards - $1.00 per yard rebate.

If you pour 5000 cubic yards or more - $2.00 PER YARD REBATE

Hopefully these concrete prices help answer your question "How much does concrete cost?"

Check out how much does a 30' x 30' concrete slab cost.

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Hi, I am Mike Day, owner of Day’s Concrete Floors, Inc. in Maine. I've been working with concrete for 45 years now, and this website is where I can share with you all the knowledge, wisdom and expertise I've gained from installing all kinds of stamped concrete, concrete floors, concrete overlays, concrete slabs and also repairing &  fixing cracked or spalled concrete.

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