Concrete Patio Cost in Davenport, IA (2026)

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Concrete Patio Cost in Davenport, IA (2026)
BLS OEWS 2025 wage data · updated August 2026
Davenport · per sq ft
$7.19 – $16.44

Concrete Patio costs $7.19 to $16.44 per sq ft in Davenport in 2026. For a 400 sq ft project, expect $2,877 – $6,575 installed, typically near $4,726. That is about 5% above the Iowa average.

Typical sq ft
$11.81
vs state average
+5%
Local construction wage
$33.07
Frost depth
42 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 Davenport runs above the Iowa average

Construction wages in Davenport average $33.07 per hour against $29.84 statewide, so labor-heavy work prices above the Iowa norm here.

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 Davenport

Project sizeDavenport rangeTypical
100 sq ft$719 – $1,644$1,181
200 sq ft$1,438 – $3,288$2,363
300 sq ft$2,157 – $4,931$3,544
400 sq ft$2,877 – $6,575$4,726
600 sq ft$4,315 – $9,863$7,089
800 sq ft$5,753 – $13,150$9,452
1,000 sq ft$7,191 – $16,438$11,815
1,500 sq ft$10,787 – $24,656$17,722

Where the money goes

For a 400 sq ft project in Davenport at roughly $4,726, a typical bill splits like this:

Line itemShareCost
Labor52%$2,457
Materials34%$1,607
Site prep & equipment8%$378
Overhead, disposal & finishing6%$284

Davenport compared with other Iowa markets

AreaCost per sq ftvs Davenport
Des Moines$7.01 – $16.02−3%
Cedar Rapids$6.87 – $15.69−5%
Waterloo$6.95 – $15.89−3%
Sioux City$6.72 – $15.35−7%
Iowa average$6.82 – $15.58−5%

Ground conditions and code in Davenport

Davenport sits in IECC zone 6-7 (cold) with a design frost depth of about 42 inches. Footings and posts must extend below that line, which adds excavation depth and concrete volume that warm-climate estimates leave out.

Permits in Davenport

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

Hiring in Davenport

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 Iowa.

Frequently asked questions

How much does concrete patio cost in Davenport?

In 2026, concrete patio costs $7.19 to $16.44 per sq ft in Davenport. For a 400 sq ft project, the installed total typically lands between $2,877 and $6,575.

Is Davenport more expensive than the rest of Iowa?

Yes. Davenport runs about 5% above the Iowa average, because local construction wages ($33.07/hr) sit above the statewide figure of $29.84/hr.

Do I need a permit in Davenport?

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

How do I compare quotes in Davenport?

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 Davenport construction wage from the BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (2025 release, $33.07/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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