Concrete Patio Cost in Manchester, NH (2026)

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Concrete Patio Cost in Manchester, NH (2026)
BLS OEWS 2025 wage data · updated August 2026
Manchester · per sq ft
$6.93 – $15.85

Concrete Patio costs $6.93 to $15.85 per sq ft in Manchester in 2026. For a 400 sq ft project, expect $2,774 – $6,340 installed, typically near $4,557. That is essentially in line with the New Hampshire average.

Typical sq ft
$11.39
vs state average
In line
Local construction wage
$30.86
Frost depth
60 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 Manchester compares with the rest of New Hampshire

Construction wages in Manchester average $30.86 per hour against $30.88 statewide, so pricing tracks the New Hampshire norm closely.

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 Manchester

Project sizeManchester rangeTypical
100 sq ft$693 – $1,585$1,139
200 sq ft$1,387 – $3,170$2,278
300 sq ft$2,080 – $4,755$3,418
400 sq ft$2,774 – $6,340$4,557
600 sq ft$4,161 – $9,510$6,835
800 sq ft$5,548 – $12,680$9,114
1,000 sq ft$6,935 – $15,850$11,392
1,500 sq ft$10,402 – $23,776$17,089

Where the money goes

For a 400 sq ft project in Manchester at roughly $4,557, a typical bill splits like this:

Line itemShareCost
Labor52%$2,370
Materials34%$1,549
Site prep & equipment8%$365
Overhead, disposal & finishing6%$273

Manchester compared with other New Hampshire markets

AreaCost per sq ftvs Manchester
Central New Hampshire nonmetropolitan area$6.85 – $15.66−1%
Northern New Hampshire nonmetropolitan area$6.73 – $15.38−3%
Southwestern New Hampshire nonmetropolitan area$6.67 – $15.25−4%
New Hampshire average$6.94 – $15.860%

Ground conditions and code in Manchester

Manchester 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 Manchester

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

Hiring in Manchester

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 New Hampshire.

Frequently asked questions

How much does concrete patio cost in Manchester?

In 2026, concrete patio costs $6.93 to $15.85 per sq ft in Manchester. For a 400 sq ft project, the installed total typically lands between $2,774 and $6,340.

Is Manchester more expensive than the rest of New Hampshire?

Not meaningfully. Manchester prices track the New Hampshire average closely.

Do I need a permit in Manchester?

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

How do I compare quotes in Manchester?

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 Manchester construction wage from the BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (2025 release, $30.86/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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