Concrete Slab Cost in Montgomery, AL (2026)

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Concrete Slab Cost in Montgomery, AL (2026)
BLS OEWS 2025 wage data · updated August 2026
Montgomery · per sq ft
$5.28 – $10.56

Concrete Slab costs $5.28 to $10.56 per sq ft in Montgomery in 2026. For a 400 sq ft project, expect $2,113 – $4,226 installed, typically near $3,169. That is about 2% below the Alabama average.

Typical sq ft
$7.92
vs state average
−2%
Local construction wage
$23.90
Frost depth
8 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 Montgomery runs below the Alabama average

Construction wages in Montgomery average $23.90 per hour against $24.82 statewide. Montgomery sits below the Alabama average because the statewide figure is pulled up by higher-wage metros elsewhere in the state.

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 Slab cost by project size in Montgomery

Project sizeMontgomery rangeTypical
100 sq ft$528 – $1,056$792
200 sq ft$1,056 – $2,113$1,585
300 sq ft$1,585 – $3,169$2,377
400 sq ft$2,113 – $4,226$3,169
600 sq ft$3,169 – $6,339$4,754
800 sq ft$4,226 – $8,452$6,339
1,000 sq ft$5,282 – $10,565$7,923
1,500 sq ft$7,923 – $15,847$11,885

Where the money goes

For a 400 sq ft project in Montgomery at roughly $3,169, a typical bill splits like this:

Line itemShareCost
Labor50%$1,585
Materials36%$1,141
Site prep & equipment8%$254
Overhead, disposal & finishing6%$190

Montgomery compared with other Alabama markets

AreaCost per sq ftvs Montgomery
Birmingham$5.51 – $11.02+4%
Mobile$5.40 – $10.79+2%
Huntsville$5.41 – $10.82+2%
Tuscaloosa$5.45 – $10.91+3%
Alabama average$5.37 – $10.74+2%

Ground conditions and code in Montgomery

Montgomery sits in IECC zone 3 (warm) with a design frost depth of about 8 inches. Footings and posts must extend below that line, which adds excavation depth and concrete volume that warm-climate estimates leave out.

Permits in Montgomery

A residential permit for this work typically runs around $350 in Alabama. Permit cost is rarely included in a contractor quote, so budget it separately and confirm scope with the Montgomery building department before work begins.

Hiring in Montgomery

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 Alabama.

Frequently asked questions

How much does concrete slab cost in Montgomery?

In 2026, concrete slab costs $5.28 to $10.56 per sq ft in Montgomery. For a 400 sq ft project, the installed total typically lands between $2,113 and $4,226.

Is Montgomery more expensive than the rest of Alabama?

No. Montgomery actually runs about 2% below the Alabama average. Local construction wages are $23.90/hr against $24.82/hr statewide.

Do I need a permit in Montgomery?

Most work of this type and value requires a permit. Budget around $350 in Alabama and allow extra time for review in metro jurisdictions.

How do I compare quotes in Montgomery?

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 Montgomery construction wage from the BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (2025 release, $23.90/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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