Concrete Slab Cost in Cheyenne, WY (2026)

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Concrete Slab Cost in Cheyenne, WY (2026)
Prices updated August 2026
Cheyenne · per sq ft
$6.15 – $12.29

Concrete Slab costs $6.15 to $12.29 per sq ft in Cheyenne in 2026. For a 400 sq ft project, expect $2,459 – $4,917 installed, typically near $3,688. That is about 4% above the Wyoming state average.

Typical sq ft
$9.22
Metro premium
+4%
Frost depth
48 in
Typical permit
$300

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Estimated installed cost

Planning estimate only. State pricing applies a construction wage index to the labor share; materials are held at national prices. Get three written quotes before committing.

Why Cheyenne costs more than the rest of Wyoming

Cheyenne carries roughly a 4% premium over the Wyoming statewide figure. Three things drive that gap. Metro wages run above the state average, and labor is about 50% of this bill. Permitting and inspection are slower and more expensive inside city limits. And site access is tighter, which means smaller equipment, more hand work, and sometimes street permits for deliveries.

Statewide, Wyoming averages $5.91 to $11.82 per sq ft, against $6.15 to $12.29 inside Cheyenne. Suburbs on the metro fringe usually fall between the two.

Concrete Slab cost by project size in Cheyenne

Project sizeCheyenne rangeTypical
10×10 (100 sq ft)$615 – $1,229$922
12×12 (144 sq ft)$885 – $1,770$1,328
12×16 (192 sq ft)$1,180 – $2,360$1,770
16×20 (320 sq ft)$1,967 – $3,934$2,950
20×20 (400 sq ft)$2,459 – $4,917$3,688
24×24 (576 sq ft)$3,540 – $7,081$5,310
30×40 (1,200 sq ft)$7,376 – $14,751$11,064

Cheyenne compared with other Wyoming markets

AreaCost per sq ftvs Cheyenne
Casper$6.03 – $12.06-2%
Jackson$7.21 – $14.42+17%
Wyoming average$5.91 – $11.82−4%

Ground conditions and code in Cheyenne

Wyoming has one of the deepest frost lines in the country at roughly 48 inches. Footings and post holes must extend below that depth, and that single requirement is the main reason local quotes run above what national cost tables suggest. On a project with perimeter footings it can add several cubic yards of concrete and a full day of excavation.

Permits in Cheyenne

A residential permit for this work typically runs around $300 in Wyoming, and metro jurisdictions like Cheyenne usually sit at the upper end of that range with longer review times. Permit cost is rarely included in a contractor quote, so add it separately. Confirm scope with the Cheyenne building department before work begins.

Hiring in Cheyenne

Get three written, itemised quotes from licensed and insured contractors, and make sure each specifies the same dimensions and the same grade of material. In a metro market, the cheapest bid often reflects a thinner specification or a crew travelling in from outside the area rather than a genuine saving. Ask for local references and check that the licence is current in Wyoming.

Frequently asked questions

How much does concrete slab cost in Cheyenne?

In 2026, concrete slab costs $6.15 to $12.29 per sq ft in Cheyenne. For a 400 sq ft project, the installed total typically lands between $2,459 and $4,917.

Is Cheyenne more expensive than the rest of Wyoming?

Yes. Cheyenne runs about 4% above the Wyoming statewide average, driven by metro wage levels, permitting, and tighter site access.

Do I need a permit in Cheyenne?

Most work of this type and value requires a permit. Budget around $300 and allow extra time for review, since metro jurisdictions are typically slower than rural ones.

How do I compare quotes in Cheyenne?

Insist on three written, itemised quotes covering identical dimensions, materials, and scope of preparation. A bid far below the others usually signals a reduced specification rather than better value.

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Methodology. Metro figures apply a local wage and permitting premium to the Wyoming state rate, which itself applies a BLS-derived construction wage index to the labor share of a national 2026 baseline. Planning estimates, not quotes. See our full methodology.

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