Concrete Driveway cost in Arlington, VA
Arlington homeowners typically pay $4,200 – $11,400 for concrete driveway. Local labor and materials price 20% above the national average.
Arlington average
$7,450
Typical low
$4,200
Typical high
$11,400
Per square foot
$7 – $22
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What drives Arlington pricing
Local labor
Licensed trade labor in Arlington runs about 120% of the national average, and the best crews book out fastest in spring and early summer.
Permits & code
Most Arlington, VA projects that change structure, electrical, plumbing or mechanical systems need a permit from the local building department; cosmetic work usually does not.
Climate & conditions
Virginia weather drives material choices here, so ask contractors what they install most often in Arlington and why.
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Estimated project cost
$4,320 – $8,400
Most homeowners pay around $6,360
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Cost by material in Arlington
Installed Arlington pricing per square foot.
| Option | Installed cost |
|---|---|
| Broom-finished concrete | $7 – $14 |
| Integral colored concrete | $10 – $17 |
| Exposed aggregate | $12 – $19 |
| Stamped concrete | $14 – $24 |
| Concrete pavers | $12 – $30 |
| Asphalt (for comparison) | $5 – $11 |
Where the money goes in Arlington
A typical $7,450 Arlington project, broken down by line item.
- Concrete and reinforcement38% · $2,831
- Labor34% · $2,533
- Base prep and grading17% · $1,267
- Demolition and disposal11% · $820
Common add-ons
Extras that show up on Arlington quotes but rarely in the headline price.
Remove old concrete
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Rebar reinforcement upgrade
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Sealing
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Apron or curb cut
Drainage channel
Heated driveway coils
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Ways to save in Arlington
- Stay with a 4-inch broom finish and spend the savings on proper base prep.
- Keep the driveway rectangular; curves and borders add forming labor.
- Combine your pour with a neighbor to share the truck and crew mobilization.
- Pour in spring or fall — summer schedules are booked and priced higher.
- Resurface rather than replace if the slab is structurally sound.
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