Patio Installation cost in Modesto, CA
Modesto homeowners typically pay $3,000 – $9,000 for patio installation. Local labor and materials price right at the national average.
Modesto average
$6,000
Typical low
$3,000
Typical high
$9,000
Per square foot
$10 – $30
Sample ZIP
95350
What drives Modesto pricing
Local labor
Modesto labor rates sit close to the national average.
Permits & code
City permits apply to structural, roofing and fence work.
Climate & conditions
Valley heat drives cooling loads in summer.
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Estimated project cost
$3,420 – $4,845
Most homeowners pay around $4,133
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Cost by material in Modesto
Installed Modesto pricing per square foot.
| Option | Installed cost |
|---|---|
| Poured concrete | $12 – $17 |
| Stamped concrete | $17 – $22 |
| Concrete pavers | $22 – $29 |
| Natural stone / travertine | $29 – $40 |
Where the money goes in Modesto
A typical $6,000 Modesto project, broken down by line item.
- Labor0.45% · $27
- Materials0.38% · $23
- Permits & inspections0.05% · $3
- Overhead & profit0.12% · $7
Common add-ons
Extras that show up on Modesto quotes but rarely in the headline price.
Fire pit
Seating wall
Pergola
Drainage and grading
Ways to save in Modesto
- Pour a simple broom-finish slab and upgrade with furniture instead of stamping.
- Combine patio and walkway work in one mobilization.
- Collect three written bids on an identical scope — spreads of 20–40% are normal.
- Book in the off-season and stay flexible on the start date to save 5–15%.
- Bundle nearby work into one mobilization so you only pay setup and travel once.
- Ask what the contractor would change to cut 10% without hurting durability.
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