Stamped Concrete Cost in Greensboro, NC (2026)

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Stamped Concrete Cost in Greensboro, NC (2026)
BLS OEWS 2025 wage data · updated August 2026
Greensboro · per sq ft
$11.73 – $25.25

Stamped Concrete costs $11.73 to $25.25 per sq ft in Greensboro in 2026. For a 400 sq ft project, expect $4,690 – $10,102 installed, typically near $7,396. That is essentially in line with the North Carolina average.

Typical sq ft
$18.49
vs state average
In line
Local construction wage
$26.09
Frost depth
12 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 Greensboro compares with the rest of North Carolina

Construction wages in Greensboro average $26.09 per hour against $26.42 statewide, so pricing tracks the North Carolina 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 Greensboro

Project sizeGreensboro rangeTypical
100 sq ft$1,173 – $2,525$1,849
200 sq ft$2,345 – $5,051$3,698
300 sq ft$3,518 – $7,576$5,547
400 sq ft$4,690 – $10,102$7,396
600 sq ft$7,035 – $15,152$11,094
800 sq ft$9,380 – $20,203$14,792
1,000 sq ft$11,725 – $25,254$18,489
1,500 sq ft$17,588 – $37,881$27,734

Where the money goes

For a 400 sq ft project in Greensboro at roughly $7,396, a typical bill splits like this:

Line itemShareCost
Labor58%$4,290
Materials28%$2,071
Site prep & equipment8%$592
Overhead, disposal & finishing6%$444

Greensboro compared with other North Carolina markets

AreaCost per sq ftvs Greensboro
Charlotte$12.07 – $25.99+3%
Raleigh$12.10 – $26.06+3%
Winston$11.52 – $24.82−2%
Wilmington$11.70 – $25.200%
North Carolina average$11.80 – $25.42+1%

Ground conditions and code in Greensboro

Greensboro sits in IECC zone 4 (mixed) with a design frost depth of about 12 inches. Footings and posts must extend below that line, which adds excavation depth and concrete volume that warm-climate estimates leave out.

Permits in Greensboro

A residential permit for this work typically runs around $400 in North Carolina. Permit cost is rarely included in a contractor quote, so budget it separately and confirm scope with the Greensboro building department before work begins.

Hiring in Greensboro

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 North Carolina.

Frequently asked questions

How much does stamped concrete cost in Greensboro?

In 2026, stamped concrete costs $11.73 to $25.25 per sq ft in Greensboro. For a 400 sq ft project, the installed total typically lands between $4,690 and $10,102.

Is Greensboro more expensive than the rest of North Carolina?

Not meaningfully. Greensboro prices track the North Carolina average closely.

Do I need a permit in Greensboro?

Most work of this type and value requires a permit. Budget around $400 in North Carolina and allow extra time for review in metro jurisdictions.

How do I compare quotes in Greensboro?

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 Greensboro construction wage from the BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (2025 release, $26.09/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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