Concrete Driveway Cost in Topeka, KS (2026)

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Concrete Driveway Cost in Topeka, KS (2026)
BLS OEWS 2025 wage data · updated August 2026
Topeka · per sq ft
$7.62 – $17.15

Concrete Driveway costs $7.62 to $17.15 per sq ft in Topeka in 2026. For a 400 sq ft project, expect $3,048 – $6,859 installed, typically near $4,954. That is essentially in line with the Kansas average.

Typical sq ft
$12.38
vs state average
In line
Local construction wage
$28.45
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 Topeka compares with the rest of Kansas

Construction wages in Topeka average $28.45 per hour against $28.89 statewide, so pricing tracks the Kansas 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 Topeka

Project sizeTopeka rangeTypical
100 sq ft$762 – $1,715$1,238
200 sq ft$1,524 – $3,429$2,477
300 sq ft$2,286 – $5,144$3,715
400 sq ft$3,048 – $6,859$4,954
600 sq ft$4,573 – $10,288$7,430
800 sq ft$6,097 – $13,718$9,907
1,000 sq ft$7,621 – $17,147$12,384
1,500 sq ft$11,431 – $25,720$18,576

Where the money goes

For a 400 sq ft project in Topeka at roughly $4,954, a typical bill splits like this:

Line itemShareCost
Labor50%$2,477
Materials36%$1,783
Site prep & equipment8%$396
Overhead, disposal & finishing6%$297

Topeka compared with other Kansas markets

AreaCost per sq ftvs Topeka
Wichita$7.53 – $16.93−1%
Manhattan$7.64 – $17.180%
Lawrence$7.76 – $17.47+2%
Kansas average$7.68 – $17.27+1%

Ground conditions and code in Topeka

Topeka 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 Topeka

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

Hiring in Topeka

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 Kansas.

Frequently asked questions

How much does concrete driveway cost in Topeka?

In 2026, concrete driveway costs $7.62 to $17.15 per sq ft in Topeka. For a 400 sq ft project, the installed total typically lands between $3,048 and $6,859.

Is Topeka more expensive than the rest of Kansas?

Not meaningfully. Topeka prices track the Kansas average closely.

Do I need a permit in Topeka?

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

How do I compare quotes in Topeka?

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 Topeka construction wage from the BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (2025 release, $28.45/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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