Concrete Patio Cost in St. Cloud, MN (2026)

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Concrete Patio Cost in St. Cloud, MN (2026)
BLS OEWS 2025 wage data · updated August 2026
St. Cloud · per sq ft
$7.47 – $17.08

Concrete Patio costs $7.47 to $17.08 per sq ft in St. Cloud in 2026. For a 400 sq ft project, expect $2,988 – $6,830 installed, typically near $4,909. That is essentially in line with the Minnesota average.

Typical sq ft
$12.27
vs state average
In line
Local construction wage
$35.47
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 St. Cloud compares with the rest of Minnesota

Construction wages in St. Cloud average $35.47 per hour against $36.13 statewide, so pricing tracks the Minnesota 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 St. Cloud

Project sizeSt. Cloud rangeTypical
100 sq ft$747 – $1,708$1,227
200 sq ft$1,494 – $3,415$2,455
300 sq ft$2,241 – $5,123$3,682
400 sq ft$2,988 – $6,830$4,909
600 sq ft$4,482 – $10,245$7,364
800 sq ft$5,977 – $13,661$9,819
1,000 sq ft$7,471 – $17,076$12,273
1,500 sq ft$11,206 – $25,614$18,410

Where the money goes

For a 400 sq ft project in St. Cloud at roughly $4,909, a typical bill splits like this:

Line itemShareCost
Labor52%$2,553
Materials34%$1,669
Site prep & equipment8%$393
Overhead, disposal & finishing6%$295

St. Cloud compared with other Minnesota markets

AreaCost per sq ftvs St. Cloud
Minneapolis$7.74 – $17.70+4%
Duluth$7.35 – $16.79−2%
Rochester$7.51 – $17.16+1%
Mankato$7.37 – $16.85−1%
Minnesota average$7.55 – $17.25+1%

Ground conditions and code in St. Cloud

St. Cloud 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 St. Cloud

A residential permit for this work typically runs around $500 in Minnesota. Permit cost is rarely included in a contractor quote, so budget it separately and confirm scope with the St. Cloud building department before work begins.

Hiring in St. Cloud

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 Minnesota.

Frequently asked questions

How much does concrete patio cost in St. Cloud?

In 2026, concrete patio costs $7.47 to $17.08 per sq ft in St. Cloud. For a 400 sq ft project, the installed total typically lands between $2,988 and $6,830.

Is St. Cloud more expensive than the rest of Minnesota?

Not meaningfully. St. Cloud prices track the Minnesota average closely.

Do I need a permit in St. Cloud?

Most work of this type and value requires a permit. Budget around $500 in Minnesota and allow extra time for review in metro jurisdictions.

How do I compare quotes in St. Cloud?

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 St. Cloud construction wage from the BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (2025 release, $35.47/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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