Concrete Driveway cost in Compton, CA
Compton homeowners typically pay $3,850 – $10,500 for concrete driveway. Local labor and materials price 10% above the national average.
Compton average
$6,800
Typical low
$3,850
Typical high
$10,500
Per square foot
$7 – $20
Sample ZIP
90220
What drives Compton pricing
Local labor
Licensed Compton contractors carry California workers' comp and prevailing wage pressure, and crews here quote roughly 10% above the national labor average. Demand in the Los Angeles market peaks in spring, so booking early usually beats a rush premium.
Permits & code
Compton follows the California Building Standards Code, so most structural, electrical, plumbing and re-roof work needs a permit from the Compton building department plus Title 24 energy compliance. Seismic bracing and soft-story retrofit rules apply to many older LA-area properties, and hillside lots trigger extra geotechnical review.
Climate & conditions
Compton sits in a warm Mediterranean climate with intense summer sun, so expect UV-stable, heat-tolerant materials and shaded scheduling in peak summer.
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Estimated project cost
$3,960 – $7,800
Most homeowners pay around $5,880
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Cost by material in Compton
Installed Compton pricing per square foot.
| Option | Installed cost |
|---|---|
| Broom-finished concrete | $7 – $13 |
| Integral colored concrete | $9 – $15 |
| Exposed aggregate | $11 – $18 |
| Stamped concrete | $13 – $22 |
| Concrete pavers | $11 – $28 |
| Asphalt (for comparison) | $4 – $10 |
Where the money goes in Compton
A typical $6,800 Compton project, broken down by line item.
- Concrete and reinforcement38% · $2,584
- Labor34% · $2,312
- Base prep and grading17% · $1,156
- Demolition and disposal11% · $748
Common add-ons
Extras that show up on Compton quotes but rarely in the headline price.
Remove old concrete
Per square foot
Rebar reinforcement upgrade
Per square foot
Sealing
Per square foot
Apron or curb cut
Drainage channel
Heated driveway coils
Per square foot
Ways to save in Compton
- 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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