Concrete Driveway Cost in Lewiston, ME (2026)

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Concrete Driveway Cost in Lewiston, ME (2026)
BLS OEWS 2025 wage data · updated August 2026
Lewiston · per sq ft
$7.79 – $17.54

Concrete Driveway costs $7.79 to $17.54 per sq ft in Lewiston in 2026. For a 400 sq ft project, expect $3,118 – $7,014 installed, typically near $5,066. That is essentially in line with the Maine average.

Typical sq ft
$12.66
vs state average
In line
Local construction wage
$29.78
Frost depth
60 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 Lewiston compares with the rest of Maine

Construction wages in Lewiston average $29.78 per hour against $30.12 statewide, so pricing tracks the Maine 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 Lewiston

Project sizeLewiston rangeTypical
100 sq ft$779 – $1,754$1,266
200 sq ft$1,559 – $3,507$2,533
300 sq ft$2,338 – $5,261$3,799
400 sq ft$3,118 – $7,014$5,066
600 sq ft$4,676 – $10,522$7,599
800 sq ft$6,235 – $14,029$10,132
1,000 sq ft$7,794 – $17,536$12,665
1,500 sq ft$11,691 – $26,304$18,997

Where the money goes

For a 400 sq ft project in Lewiston at roughly $5,066, a typical bill splits like this:

Line itemShareCost
Labor50%$2,533
Materials36%$1,824
Site prep & equipment8%$405
Overhead, disposal & finishing6%$304

Lewiston compared with other Maine markets

AreaCost per sq ftvs Lewiston
Portland$8.00 – $18.00+3%
Southwest Maine nonmetropolitan area$7.61 – $17.13−2%
Bangor$7.50 – $16.87−4%
Northeast Maine nonmetropolitan area$7.58 – $17.05−3%
Maine average$7.84 – $17.63+1%

Ground conditions and code in Lewiston

Lewiston 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 Lewiston

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

Hiring in Lewiston

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 Maine.

Frequently asked questions

How much does concrete driveway cost in Lewiston?

In 2026, concrete driveway costs $7.79 to $17.54 per sq ft in Lewiston. For a 400 sq ft project, the installed total typically lands between $3,118 and $7,014.

Is Lewiston more expensive than the rest of Maine?

Not meaningfully. Lewiston prices track the Maine average closely.

Do I need a permit in Lewiston?

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

How do I compare quotes in Lewiston?

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 Lewiston construction wage from the BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (2025 release, $29.78/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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