How Much Does a Concrete Sidewalk Cost?

Adding a concrete sidewalk gives your home a path around the house—and also keeps you from tripping on rocks or uneven patches of your lawn.

Cost per square foot: $10-$15
Cost for 12×12 slab: $780-$900
Removing existing sidewalk: $2,850, average; $600-$6,000, range

Have the weeds taken control of your concrete sidewalk? You may just have a worn-out walk. In either case, you may wish to have a new sidewalk poured. If well maintained, concrete sidewalks can last a very long time. If weeds have a chance to take root, however, they will develop cracks and weather damage over time.

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A concrete sidewalk’s cost can vary significantly depending on its size, style, and finish. Here’s what you need to know.

FAQs For Concrete Sidewalk

How thick should you pour a concrete sidewalk?

Sidewalks should be at least 4″ (100 mm) in thickness. Simple slabs for small foundations, bases, etc., normally 4″ to 6″ (100 mm to150 mm) thick, depending on the load they must bear.

What is the best concrete for sidewalks?

All-Purpose Cement: When in doubt, all-purpose cement is a popular option. This is ideal for repairing creating steps foundation walls, laying sidewalks, and setting posts.

Is 3 inches of concrete enough for a sidewalk?

The optimal thickness for a general use concrete sidewalk is four inches. The purpose of your sidewalk is the main determining factor of the thickness you need. Typical sidewalks provide a smooth solid surface for foot traffic and light-weight wheel traffic like bicycles and hand carts.

What material is used for sidewalks?

Concrete. Concrete is by far the most common form of pavement material used for sidewalks in the United States. It is a mixture of cement, aggregate, water, and sand.

What is the purpose of a sidewalk?

Sidewalks separated from the roadway are the preferred accommodation for pedestrians. Sidewalks provide many benefits including safety, mobility, and healthier communities.

Concrete Sidewalk Cost Estimator by Size

Most concrete professionals charge by the square foot for material costs and labor. The greater your sidewalk’s square footage, the more your project will cost.

On average, most concrete sidewalk installations cost between $10 and $15 per square foot.

SIZE (sq ft)	AVERAGE COST ($12 Per sq ft)	TYPICAL RANGE ($8 to $15 Per sq ft)
50	$531.50	$394.50 to $700
100	$663	$689 to $2,200
200	$2,726	$2,178 to $3,400
300	$3,589	$2,767 to $4,600
400	$4,452	$3,356 to $5,800

Other Factors That Affect Cost

Your sidewalk’s size plays a significant role in your total bill, but it’s not the only item affecting costs. Additionally, the thickness, shape, and grade of concrete will affect the cost.

Reinforcements: Adding rebar or wire mesh to concrete sidewalks will increase the cost.
Concrete Removal: Have an existing sidewalk you want to replace? You’ll need to remove any existing concrete before pouring new concrete.
Thickness: The thicker the sidewalk, the more you’ll need to pay for materials and labor.
Shape: Straight sidewalks require less installation effort, whereas curved sidewalks require more construction time.
Type of Finish: Stamping your concrete or giving it a polished finish will pull more from your wallet.
Grade of Concrete: Some concrete mixtures are stronger and more durable than others, resulting in higher costs.

Land Preparation: You must install your sidewalk on flat land. Preparing the ground for construction will cost more if it’s sloped or bumpy.
Land Preparation: You must install your sidewalk on flat land. Preparing the ground for construction will cost more if it’s sloped or bumpy.
Accessibility: If the site is difficult to access, installers are likely to increase their labor rates.

Shape

The installation of a sidewalk with multiple curves can be more challenging than one with straight edges, resulting in a higher labor cost. The challenge is in building a curved frame that captures the sidewalk’s desired shape.

Thickness

Concrete’s thickness helps to increase its strength. The ideal thickness for a concrete sidewalk is 4 inches. In order to increase the sidewalk’s thickness, you will need to pay for additional materials and labor.

Type of Finish

If you want your sidewalk to have an attractive color or shine, then you’ll need to pay extra for the finishing touch. Concrete finishes include:

Stained Concrete: Staining concrete lets you change its color. It costs between $8 and $35 per square foot to stain concrete.
Epoxy: Epoxy sealer creates an abrasive-resistant coating to help prevent cracks and damage in the concrete. A pro will typically charge between $8 and $20 per square foot to apply epoxy.
Stamped Concrete: Stamping concrete occurs when the concrete is still wet from a pour. The cost of stamped concrete, which often resembles cobblestones or pavers, generally ranges from $14 to $35 per square foot.
Polished: A pro grinds the concrete to eliminate imperfections and create a striking sheen. Concrete polishing can cost anything from $8 per square foot up to $40 per square foot, depending on blemishes and desired luster.

Land Preparation

It costs between $ and9 $22 per square foot to install a concrete sidewalk. This range does not include land preparation.

A sidewalk must be installed on level terrain. If the project site is sloped or uneven, you’ll need to hire a pro to grade and reslope the land. On average, land grading costs between $6 and $20 per square foot.

Grade of Concrete

Concrete is a mixture of sand, cement, water, and loose aggregates. Depending on the ratio of ingredients in the mixture, the strength of the concrete will vary.

The strength of concrete is determined by its minimum strength (measured in newtons) 28 days after it has been set. Grades help pros and DIYers identify the best concrete composition for their project.

Remember, strength varies among different grades of concrete. The more durable the concrete grade, the more you can expect to pay.

Accessibility

If you want to pour your sidewalk’s concrete in a hard-to-reach area, you’ll likely need to pay more in labor costs. Concrete may be transported using wheelbarrows or pumped to the job site with a pump truck. Anything that makes the job more difficult will impact labor, and that includes site accessibility.

Concrete Removal

You will need to remove the existing concrete if there is concrete on the site where you intend to pour a new sidewalk. Most homeowners pay between $8 and $16 per square foot for concrete removal.

Reinforcements

Most sidewalks are not reinforced with rebar or wire mesh. In concrete slabs that are going to be subjected to heavy use, like driveways, these reinforcements are usually installed.

Reinforcements help increase the concrete’s strength and durability. Reinforced concrete often requires fewer repairs than concrete without rebar or wire mesh.

If you choose to have rebar or wire mesh in your sidewalk, expect to pay an additional $5 per square foot.

Concrete Sidewalk Cost by Style

It’s not necessary, to stick to poured concrete finishes. This is your home, and you can add all the styles you want (so long as there’s no HOA).

One style that can add character to your space is stamped concrete. The average cost of a stamped concrete sidewalk is around $3,800, but it adds color and variety to your outdoor space. So if you want to start the pathway with a dark charcoal gray and end in an emerald green that flows into the grass, you totally can! This is your dream sidewalk, after all.

Cost to Replace an Existing Concrete Sidewalk

The cost of tearing down and removing an old concrete Sidewalk is around $600 to $1,600. This comes down to the size, location, and condition of the original.

You can always attempt the demolition yourself and reuse the old concrete blocks. You can use leftover concrete to build temporary fire pits or garden walls! Furthermore, you can return it to a construction or recycling company after use. But for bigger projects, it’s best to call in a pro to remove the concrete.

Caring for Your New Concrete Sidewalk

The properties of concrete are durable and hardwearing, but weeds, ice build-up in the winter, or excess weed growth can cause it to crack and break. Taking the time to de-ice your driveway during the coldest months is an important maintenance task. It’s also important to kill weeds properly, getting rid of the whole weed — including the roots — so that they can’t grow back and damage the concrete. This will help your drive last as long as possible and reduce the risk of severe cracks or damage.

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