Concrete Driveway Cost in Huntington, WV (2026)

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Concrete Driveway Cost in Huntington, WV (2026)
BLS OEWS 2025 wage data · updated August 2026
Huntington · per sq ft
$7.56 – $17.01

Concrete Driveway costs $7.56 to $17.01 per sq ft in Huntington in 2026. For a 400 sq ft project, expect $3,024 – $6,805 installed, typically near $4,914. That is essentially in line with the West Virginia average.

Typical sq ft
$12.29
vs state average
In line
Local construction wage
$27.95
Frost depth
30 in

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Estimated installed cost
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Planning estimate. Wage index applies to the labor share only; materials held at national prices. Get three written quotes.

How Huntington compares with the rest of West Virginia

Construction wages in Huntington average $27.95 per hour against $28.68 statewide, so pricing tracks the West Virginia norm closely.

Labor is about 50% of the installed cost on this type of work, and it is the part that actually moves between markets. Materials are priced by national manufacturers and barely shift, which is why the gap between metros is narrower than wage differences alone suggest.

Concrete Driveway cost by project size in Huntington

Project sizeHuntington rangeTypical
100 sq ft$756 – $1,701$1,229
200 sq ft$1,512 – $3,402$2,457
300 sq ft$2,268 – $5,103$3,686
400 sq ft$3,024 – $6,805$4,914
600 sq ft$4,536 – $10,207$7,372
800 sq ft$6,049 – $13,609$9,829
1,000 sq ft$7,561 – $17,012$12,286
1,500 sq ft$11,341 – $25,517$18,429

Where the money goes

For a 400 sq ft project in Huntington at roughly $4,914, a typical bill splits like this:

Line itemShareCost
Labor50%$2,457
Materials36%$1,769
Site prep & equipment8%$393
Overhead, disposal & finishing6%$295

Huntington compared with other West Virginia markets

AreaCost per sq ftvs Huntington
Charleston$7.71 – $17.35+2%
Wheeling$8.04 – $18.08+6%
Morgantown$7.36 – $16.56−3%
Beckley$7.75 – $17.45+3%
West Virginia average$7.65 – $17.22+1%

Ground conditions and code in Huntington

Huntington sits in IECC zone 5 (cold) with a design frost depth of about 30 inches. Footings and posts must extend below that line, which adds excavation depth and concrete volume that warm-climate estimates leave out.

Permits in Huntington

A residential permit for this work typically runs around $300 in West Virginia. Permit cost is rarely included in a contractor quote, so budget it separately and confirm scope with the Huntington building department before work begins.

Hiring in Huntington

Get three written, itemised quotes from licensed and insured contractors, each specifying the same scope and grade of material. Ask for local references and check the licence is current in West Virginia.

Frequently asked questions

How much does concrete driveway cost in Huntington?

In 2026, concrete driveway costs $7.56 to $17.01 per sq ft in Huntington. For a 400 sq ft project, the installed total typically lands between $3,024 and $6,805.

Is Huntington more expensive than the rest of West Virginia?

Not meaningfully. Huntington prices track the West Virginia average closely.

Do I need a permit in Huntington?

Most work of this type and value requires a permit. Budget around $300 in West Virginia and allow extra time for review in metro jurisdictions.

How do I compare quotes in Huntington?

Get three written, itemised quotes covering identical scope and materials. A bid far below the others usually signals a reduced specification rather than better value.

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Methodology. Local pricing applies the Huntington construction wage from the BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (2025 release, $27.95/hr) to the labor share of a national 2026 cost baseline. Materials are held at national prices. Figures refresh automatically with each BLS release. Planning estimates, not quotes. See our full methodology.

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