Stamped Concrete Cost in Dallas, TX (2026)

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Stamped Concrete Cost in Dallas, TX (2026)
BLS OEWS 2025 wage data · updated August 2026
Dallas · per sq ft
$11.95 – $25.73

Stamped Concrete costs $11.95 to $25.73 per sq ft in Dallas in 2026. For a 400 sq ft project, expect $4,778 – $10,292 installed, typically near $7,535. That is essentially in line with the Texas average.

Typical sq ft
$18.84
vs state average
In line
Local construction wage
$27.03
Frost depth
6 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 Dallas compares with the rest of Texas

Construction wages in Dallas average $27.03 per hour against $26.54 statewide, so pricing tracks the Texas norm closely.

Labor is about 58% 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.

Stamped Concrete cost by project size in Dallas

Project sizeDallas rangeTypical
100 sq ft$1,195 – $2,573$1,884
200 sq ft$2,389 – $5,146$3,768
300 sq ft$3,584 – $7,719$5,651
400 sq ft$4,778 – $10,292$7,535
600 sq ft$7,168 – $15,438$11,303
800 sq ft$9,557 – $20,584$15,070
1,000 sq ft$11,946 – $25,730$18,838
1,500 sq ft$17,919 – $38,595$28,257

Where the money goes

For a 400 sq ft project in Dallas at roughly $7,535, a typical bill splits like this:

Line itemShareCost
Labor58%$4,370
Materials28%$2,110
Site prep & equipment8%$603
Overhead, disposal & finishing6%$452

Dallas compared with other Texas markets

AreaCost per sq ftvs Dallas
Houston$12.04 – $25.94+1%
Austin$12.07 – $25.99+1%
San Antonio$11.68 – $25.17−2%
Midland$12.20 – $26.28+2%
Texas average$11.83 – $25.48−1%

Ground conditions and code in Dallas

Dallas sits in IECC zone 3 (warm) with a design frost depth of about 6 inches. Footings and posts must extend below that line, which adds excavation depth and concrete volume that warm-climate estimates leave out.

Permits in Dallas

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

Hiring in Dallas

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 Texas.

Frequently asked questions

How much does stamped concrete cost in Dallas?

In 2026, stamped concrete costs $11.95 to $25.73 per sq ft in Dallas. For a 400 sq ft project, the installed total typically lands between $4,778 and $10,292.

Is Dallas more expensive than the rest of Texas?

Not meaningfully. Dallas prices track the Texas average closely.

Do I need a permit in Dallas?

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

How do I compare quotes in Dallas?

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 Dallas construction wage from the BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (2025 release, $27.03/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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