Concrete Driveway Cost in San Antonio, TX (2026)

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Concrete Driveway Cost in San Antonio, TX (2026)
BLS OEWS 2025 wage data · updated August 2026
San Antonio · per sq ft
$7.30 – $16.43

Concrete Driveway costs $7.30 to $16.43 per sq ft in San Antonio in 2026. For a 400 sq ft project, expect $2,921 – $6,572 installed, typically near $4,746. That is essentially in line with the Texas average.

Typical sq ft
$11.87
vs state average
In line
Local construction wage
$25.94
Frost depth
6 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 San Antonio compares with the rest of Texas

Construction wages in San Antonio average $25.94 per hour against $26.54 statewide, so pricing tracks the Texas 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 San Antonio

Project sizeSan Antonio rangeTypical
100 sq ft$730 – $1,643$1,187
200 sq ft$1,460 – $3,286$2,373
300 sq ft$2,191 – $4,929$3,560
400 sq ft$2,921 – $6,572$4,746
600 sq ft$4,381 – $9,858$7,120
800 sq ft$5,842 – $13,144$9,493
1,000 sq ft$7,302 – $16,430$11,866
1,500 sq ft$10,953 – $24,645$17,799

Where the money goes

For a 400 sq ft project in San Antonio at roughly $4,746, a typical bill splits like this:

Line itemShareCost
Labor50%$2,373
Materials36%$1,709
Site prep & equipment8%$380
Overhead, disposal & finishing6%$285

San Antonio compared with other Texas markets

AreaCost per sq ftvs San Antonio
Houston$7.49 – $16.86+3%
Dallas$7.44 – $16.74+2%
Austin$7.51 – $16.89+3%
Midland$7.58 – $17.05+4%
Texas average$7.38 – $16.61+1%

Ground conditions and code in San Antonio

San Antonio sits in IECC zone 3 (warm) with a design frost depth of about 6 inches. Footings and posts must extend below that line, which adds excavation depth and concrete volume that warm-climate estimates leave out.

Permits in San Antonio

A residential permit for this work typically runs around $450 in Texas. Permit cost is rarely included in a contractor quote, so budget it separately and confirm scope with the San Antonio building department before work begins.

Hiring in San Antonio

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 Texas.

Frequently asked questions

How much does concrete driveway cost in San Antonio?

In 2026, concrete driveway costs $7.30 to $16.43 per sq ft in San Antonio. For a 400 sq ft project, the installed total typically lands between $2,921 and $6,572.

Is San Antonio more expensive than the rest of Texas?

Not meaningfully. San Antonio prices track the Texas average closely.

Do I need a permit in San Antonio?

Most work of this type and value requires a permit. Budget around $450 in Texas and allow extra time for review in metro jurisdictions.

How do I compare quotes in San Antonio?

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 San Antonio construction wage from the BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (2025 release, $25.94/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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