Concrete Driveway Cost in Myrtle Beach, SC (2026)

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Concrete Driveway Cost in Myrtle Beach, SC (2026)
BLS OEWS 2025 wage data · updated August 2026
Myrtle Beach · per sq ft
$7.17 – $16.14

Concrete Driveway costs $7.17 to $16.14 per sq ft in Myrtle Beach in 2026. For a 400 sq ft project, expect $2,870 – $6,457 installed, typically near $4,664. That is about 3% below the South Carolina average.

Typical sq ft
$11.66
vs state average
−3%
Local construction wage
$24.93
Frost depth
8 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.

Why Myrtle Beach runs below the South Carolina average

Construction wages in Myrtle Beach average $24.93 per hour against $26.64 statewide. Myrtle Beach sits below the South Carolina average because the statewide figure is pulled up by higher-wage metros elsewhere in the state.

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 Myrtle Beach

Project sizeMyrtle Beach rangeTypical
100 sq ft$717 – $1,614$1,166
200 sq ft$1,435 – $3,229$2,332
300 sq ft$2,152 – $4,843$3,498
400 sq ft$2,870 – $6,457$4,664
600 sq ft$4,305 – $9,686$6,996
800 sq ft$5,740 – $12,915$9,327
1,000 sq ft$7,175 – $16,144$11,659
1,500 sq ft$10,762 – $24,215$17,489

Where the money goes

For a 400 sq ft project in Myrtle Beach at roughly $4,664, a typical bill splits like this:

Line itemShareCost
Labor50%$2,332
Materials36%$1,679
Site prep & equipment8%$373
Overhead, disposal & finishing6%$280

Myrtle Beach compared with other South Carolina markets

AreaCost per sq ftvs Myrtle Beach
Greenville$7.42 – $16.69+3%
Charleston$7.49 – $16.85+4%
Columbia$7.38 – $16.59+3%
Spartanburg$7.41 – $16.66+3%
South Carolina average$7.39 – $16.63+3%

Ground conditions and code in Myrtle Beach

Myrtle Beach sits in IECC zone 3 (warm) with a design frost depth of about 8 inches. Footings and posts must extend below that line, which adds excavation depth and concrete volume that warm-climate estimates leave out.

Permits in Myrtle Beach

A residential permit for this work typically runs around $350 in South Carolina. Permit cost is rarely included in a contractor quote, so budget it separately and confirm scope with the Myrtle Beach building department before work begins.

Hiring in Myrtle Beach

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 South Carolina.

Frequently asked questions

How much does concrete driveway cost in Myrtle Beach?

In 2026, concrete driveway costs $7.17 to $16.14 per sq ft in Myrtle Beach. For a 400 sq ft project, the installed total typically lands between $2,870 and $6,457.

Is Myrtle Beach more expensive than the rest of South Carolina?

No. Myrtle Beach actually runs about 3% below the South Carolina average. Local construction wages are $24.93/hr against $26.64/hr statewide.

Do I need a permit in Myrtle Beach?

Most work of this type and value requires a permit. Budget around $350 in South Carolina and allow extra time for review in metro jurisdictions.

How do I compare quotes in Myrtle Beach?

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 Myrtle Beach construction wage from the BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (2025 release, $24.93/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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