Concrete Driveway cost in Washington, DC
Washington homeowners typically pay $4,550 – $12,400 for concrete driveway. Local labor and materials price 30% above the national average.
Washington average
$8,050
Typical low
$4,550
Typical high
$12,400
Per square foot
$8 – $23
Sample ZIP
What drives Washington pricing
Local labor
Licensed trade labor in Washington runs about 130% of the national average, and the best crews book out fastest in spring and early summer.
Permits & code
Most Washington, DC projects that change structure, electrical, plumbing or mechanical systems need a permit from the local building department; cosmetic work usually does not.
Climate & conditions
District of Columbia weather drives material choices here, so ask contractors what they install most often in Washington and why.
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Estimated project cost
$4,680 – $9,600
Most homeowners pay around $7,140
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Cost by material in Washington
Installed Washington pricing per square foot.
| Option | Installed cost |
|---|---|
| Broom-finished concrete | $8 – $16 |
| Integral colored concrete | $10 – $18 |
| Exposed aggregate | $13 – $21 |
| Stamped concrete | $16 – $26 |
| Concrete pavers | $13 – $33 |
| Asphalt (for comparison) | $5 – $12 |
Where the money goes in Washington
A typical $8,050 Washington project, broken down by line item.
- Concrete and reinforcement38% · $3,059
- Labor34% · $2,737
- Base prep and grading17% · $1,369
- Demolition and disposal11% · $886
Common add-ons
Extras that show up on Washington 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 Washington
- 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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