Concrete cost in Temple, TX (2026)
Planning prices for driveways, patios, stamped concrete, slabs and metal-building pads in Temple and Bell County, using published Texas and national cost data.
Quick answer: how much does concrete cost in Temple, TX?
Plain 4-inch reinforced concrete in Texas averages about $7.41 per square foot installed, with a typical range of $5.44 to $9.38. A 6-inch slab runs about $6.88 to $11.44, and stamped concrete about $8 to $19. That puts a 24 x 24 ft two-car driveway near $3,100 to $5,400 and a 20 x 20 ft stamped patio near $3,200 to $7,600.
Last reviewed October 23, 2026. These are published ranges, not quotes.
Concrete prices by project type
Ranges are installed prices (materials and labor) from the sources listed. Texas-specific data is used where it exists; stamped and patio figures are national.
| Project | Range per sq ft | Average | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Driveway, walkway or flatwork, 4-inch reinforced | $5.44 – $9.38 | $7.41 | ProMatcher |
| Driveway or slab, 6-inch reinforced | $6.88 – $11.44 | $9.16 | ProMatcher |
| Sidewalk or walkway, 4-inch reinforced | $5.42 – $6.05 | $5.74 | ProMatcher |
| Plain concrete patio | $4 – $12 | — | HomeGuide |
| Stamped concrete, basic to mid-range | $8 – $19 | — | HomeGuide |
| Stamped concrete, high-end | $19 – $26+ | — | HomeGuide |
| Slab with excavation, gravel base, vapor barrier and rebar (Texas) | $5.93 – $12.77 | — | CostKit |
What common Temple projects cost
Each budget multiplies the square footage by the published low and high ranges in the table, rounded. Tear-out, extra dirt work and permits are not included.
| Example project | Planning range |
|---|---|
| Two-car driveway, 24 x 24 ft (576 sq ft), 4-inch | $3,100 – $5,400 |
| Same driveway at 6 inches for trucks or trailers | $4,000 – $6,600 |
| Plain patio, 16 x 20 ft (320 sq ft) | $1,300 – $3,800 |
| Stamped patio, 20 x 20 ft (400 sq ft) | $3,200 – $7,600 |
| Shop or garage slab, 30 x 40 ft (1,200 sq ft) | $7,100 – $15,300 |
| Metal building slab, 40 x 60 ft (2,400 sq ft) | $14,200 – $30,600 |
What moves the price in Temple
- Clay soil prep. Temple sits on Blackland Prairie clay that shrinks and swells; removing soft soil and building a compacted base is often the biggest variable (TWDB).
- Thickness and steel. Going from 4 to 6 inches adds about 50% more concrete; rebar costs more than wire mesh but handles soil movement better.
- Tear-out. Breaking up and hauling away an old driveway or patio adds labor and disposal.
- Finish. Broom finish is the baseline; stamped patterns, color and borders roughly double the price per foot.
- Access. Backyards without truck access may need a pump or wheelbarrows.
- Permits. The City of Temple lists flatwork, driveways and approaches as permit categories; outside city limits, Bell County sizes driveway culverts on county roads.
Temple concrete cost FAQ
How much does concrete cost per square foot in Temple, TX?
Published Texas data puts a 4-inch reinforced concrete slab, driveway or walkway at about $5.44 to $9.38 per square foot installed, averaging $7.41, and a 6-inch reinforced slab at about $6.88 to $11.44 (ProMatcher). Stamped and decorative concrete typically runs $8 to $19 per square foot (HomeGuide).
How much is a 24 x 24 concrete driveway?
At $5.44 to $9.38 per square foot for a 4-inch reinforced slab, a 576 sq ft driveway is about $3,100 to $5,400. At 6 inches it is about $4,000 to $6,600. Removing an old driveway and extra dirt work are additional.
How much does a 20 x 20 stamped patio cost?
About $3,200 to $7,600 for basic to mid-range stamped concrete at $8 to $19 per square foot, based on HomeGuide data. A plain 20 x 20 patio at $4 to $12 per square foot is roughly $1,600 to $4,800.
Why do Temple concrete prices vary so much?
Site prep is the biggest swing factor on Blackland Prairie clay. Lots that need soft soil removed, select fill, compaction, more steel or thicker edges cost more than a flat, firm site. Tear-out, truck access, slab thickness and decorative finishes add the rest.
Are these prices quotes?
No. They are published ranges for planning. A contractor sets the price after seeing the site, measuring and checking soil, drainage and access.
Sources
- ProMatcher Texas concrete cost report
- HomeGuide concrete patio cost guide
- HomeGuide stamped concrete cost guide
- CostKit Texas concrete slab cost
- Concrete Network stamped concrete cost
- City of Temple: Do I Need a Permit?
- Bell County Road & Bridge FAQ
- Texas Water Development Board: Houston Black, Texas state soil
- Texas State Historical Association: Bell County
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