Concrete Driveway cost in Meridian, ID
Meridian homeowners typically pay $3,500 – $9,500 for concrete driveway. Local labor and materials price right at the national average.
Meridian average
$6,200
Typical low
$3,500
Typical high
$9,500
Per square foot
$6 – $18
Sample ZIP
What drives Meridian pricing
Local labor
Licensed trade labor in Meridian runs about 100% of the national average, and the best crews book out fastest in spring and early summer.
Permits & code
Most Meridian, ID projects that change structure, electrical, plumbing or mechanical systems need a permit from the local building department; cosmetic work usually does not.
Climate & conditions
Idaho weather drives material choices here, so ask contractors what they install most often in Meridian and why.
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Estimated project cost
$3,600 – $7,200
Most homeowners pay around $5,400
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Cost by material in Meridian
Installed Meridian pricing per square foot.
| Option | Installed cost |
|---|---|
| Broom-finished concrete | $6 – $12 |
| Integral colored concrete | $8 – $14 |
| Exposed aggregate | $10 – $16 |
| Stamped concrete | $12 – $20 |
| Concrete pavers | $10 – $25 |
| Asphalt (for comparison) | $4 – $9 |
Where the money goes in Meridian
A typical $6,200 Meridian project, broken down by line item.
- Concrete and reinforcement38% · $2,356
- Labor34% · $2,108
- Base prep and grading17% · $1,054
- Demolition and disposal11% · $682
Common add-ons
Extras that show up on Meridian 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
Per square foot
Ways to save in Meridian
- 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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