Concrete Patio Cost in Montpelier, VT (2026)

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Concrete Patio Cost in Montpelier, VT (2026)
BLS OEWS 2025 wage data · updated August 2026
Montpelier · per sq ft
$6.81 – $15.58

Concrete Patio costs $6.81 to $15.58 per sq ft in Montpelier in 2026. For a 400 sq ft project, expect $2,726 – $6,230 installed, typically near $4,478. That is essentially in line with the Vermont average.

Data note. BLS does not publish metro-level wage data for Montpelier, so the figures below use the Vermont statewide construction wage ($29.82/hr).
Typical sq ft
$11.20
vs state average
In line
Local construction wage
$29.82
Frost depth
60 in

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Estimated installed cost

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

How Montpelier compares with the rest of Vermont

Construction wages in Montpelier average $29.82 per hour against $29.82 statewide, so pricing tracks the Vermont norm closely.

Labor is about 52% 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 Patio cost by project size in Montpelier

Project sizeMontpelier rangeTypical
100 sq ft$681 – $1,558$1,120
200 sq ft$1,363 – $3,115$2,239
300 sq ft$2,044 – $4,673$3,359
400 sq ft$2,726 – $6,230$4,478
600 sq ft$4,089 – $9,345$6,717
800 sq ft$5,451 – $12,461$8,956
1,000 sq ft$6,814 – $15,576$11,195
1,500 sq ft$10,222 – $23,364$16,793

Where the money goes

For a 400 sq ft project in Montpelier at roughly $4,478, a typical bill splits like this:

Line itemShareCost
Labor52%$2,329
Materials34%$1,523
Site prep & equipment8%$358
Overhead, disposal & finishing6%$269

Montpelier compared with other Vermont markets

AreaCost per sq ftvs Montpelier
Burlington$6.95 – $15.89+2%
Vermont average$6.81 – $15.580%

Ground conditions and code in Montpelier

Montpelier sits in IECC zone 6-7 (cold) with a design frost depth of about 60 inches. Footings and posts must extend below that line, which adds excavation depth and concrete volume that warm-climate estimates leave out.

Permits in Montpelier

A residential permit for this work typically runs around $400 in Vermont. Permit cost is rarely included in a contractor quote, so budget it separately and confirm scope with the Montpelier building department before work begins.

Hiring in Montpelier

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 Vermont.

Frequently asked questions

How much does concrete patio cost in Montpelier?

In 2026, concrete patio costs $6.81 to $15.58 per sq ft in Montpelier. For a 400 sq ft project, the installed total typically lands between $2,726 and $6,230.

Is Montpelier more expensive than the rest of Vermont?

Not meaningfully. Montpelier prices track the Vermont average closely.

Do I need a permit in Montpelier?

Most work of this type and value requires a permit. Budget around $400 in Vermont and allow extra time for review in metro jurisdictions.

How do I compare quotes in Montpelier?

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.

Nearby markets

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Methodology. Local pricing applies the Montpelier construction wage from the BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (2025 release, $29.82/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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