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Concrete Driveway cost per square foot in Monterey

Concrete Driveway cost per square foot in Monterey, California in 2026.

Low

$4,550

Average

$8,050

High

$12,400

Monterey crews quote about $8 – $23 per square foot.

Multiply local unit rates by your real measurements.

What drives concrete driveway prices in Monterey

Local labor, permitting and climate move Monterey prices away from the national average.

Labor market

Licensed Monterey contractors carry California workers' comp and prevailing wage pressure, and crews here quote roughly 30% above the national labor average. Demand in the Central Coast market peaks in spring, so booking early usually beats a rush premium.

Permits

Monterey follows the California Building Standards Code, so most structural, electrical, plumbing and re-roof work needs a permit from the Monterey building department plus Title 24 energy compliance. Coastal zone permits and historic-district review are common along the Central Coast.

Climate

Monterey sits in a cool coastal climate with salt-air exposure, so expect corrosion-resistant hardware and coatings rated for marine exposure.

Monterey unit pricing by material

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

Ways to lower your Monterey price

  • 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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