Stamped Concrete Cost in Memphis, TN (2026)

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Stamped Concrete Cost in Memphis, TN (2026)
BLS OEWS 2025 wage data · updated August 2026
Memphis · per sq ft
$11.99 – $25.82

Stamped Concrete costs $11.99 to $25.82 per sq ft in Memphis in 2026. For a 400 sq ft project, expect $4,795 – $10,329 installed, typically near $7,562. That is essentially in line with the Tennessee average.

Typical sq ft
$18.91
vs state average
In line
Local construction wage
$27.21
Frost depth
15 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 Memphis compares with the rest of Tennessee

Construction wages in Memphis average $27.21 per hour against $27.17 statewide, so pricing tracks the Tennessee 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 Memphis

Project sizeMemphis rangeTypical
100 sq ft$1,199 – $2,582$1,891
200 sq ft$2,398 – $5,164$3,781
300 sq ft$3,597 – $7,746$5,672
400 sq ft$4,795 – $10,329$7,562
600 sq ft$7,193 – $15,493$11,343
800 sq ft$9,591 – $20,657$15,124
1,000 sq ft$11,989 – $25,822$18,905
1,500 sq ft$17,983 – $38,732$28,358

Where the money goes

For a 400 sq ft project in Memphis at roughly $7,562, a typical bill splits like this:

Line itemShareCost
Labor58%$4,386
Materials28%$2,117
Site prep & equipment8%$605
Overhead, disposal & finishing6%$454

Memphis compared with other Tennessee markets

AreaCost per sq ftvs Memphis
Nashville$12.31 – $26.52+3%
Knoxville$11.88 – $25.58−1%
Chattanooga$12.05 – $25.950%
Kingsport$11.74 – $25.29−2%
Tennessee average$11.98 – $25.810%

Ground conditions and code in Memphis

Memphis sits in IECC zone 4 (mixed) with a design frost depth of about 15 inches. Footings and posts must extend below that line, which adds excavation depth and concrete volume that warm-climate estimates leave out.

Permits in Memphis

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

Hiring in Memphis

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 Tennessee.

Frequently asked questions

How much does stamped concrete cost in Memphis?

In 2026, stamped concrete costs $11.99 to $25.82 per sq ft in Memphis. For a 400 sq ft project, the installed total typically lands between $4,795 and $10,329.

Is Memphis more expensive than the rest of Tennessee?

Not meaningfully. Memphis prices track the Tennessee average closely.

Do I need a permit in Memphis?

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

How do I compare quotes in Memphis?

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 Memphis construction wage from the BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (2025 release, $27.21/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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