Concrete Patio Cost in Arlington, TX
A concrete patio in Arlington costs an average of $7,200, based on 42+ real DFW project data points.
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A concrete patio in Arlington, TX costs an average of $7,200, based on 42+ real DFW project data points. The most popular finish is Broom Finish (38% of projects) at $8.00/SF. For a 420 SF patio, expect to pay $3,360 with broom finish finish. All prices include materials, labor, and 3,500 PSI concrete (DFW standard).
What's a data point? A fully priced project scenario — an AI-generated estimate or a homeowner inquiry, built on real DFW supplier pricing and 20+ years of field experience. Not every data point is a completed install.
How Arlington Compares to DFW
Arlington averages $7,200 for concrete — 11% below the DFW metro average of $8,059
Based on 942+ real concrete data points across 27 DFW cities. Updated July 2026.
Concrete Finish Pricing in Arlington
2026 DFW rates — per square foot, materials and labor included
| Finish Type | Price/SF | Volume Price/SF | Popularity |
|---|---|---|---|
Broom Finish | $8.00 | $7.25 | 38% |
Salt Finish | $10.00 | $9.25 | 28% |
Stamped Concrete | $15.00 | $14.25 | 22% |
Colored/Stained | $11.00 | $10.25 | 12% |
Volume pricing applies to pours over 600 SF. All prices include materials, labor, and standard site prep. 3,500 PSI concrete (DFW standard).
What Affects Concrete Patio Cost in Arlington?
Five factors drive most of the price spread in Arlington concrete data points
Broom finish runs $8.00/SF while stamped runs $15.00/SF (2026 DFW rates) — nearly double for the same slab. In Arlington, broom finish leads at 38% of projects.
The average Arlington patio is 420 SF. Pours over 600 SF qualify for volume rates — stamped drops from $15.00 to $14.25/SF, broom from $8.00 to $7.25/SF.
Standard patios use a 4-inch slab of 3,500 PSI concrete (DFW standard); areas supporting outdoor kitchens or hot tubs need 6 inches. Tarrant County's expansive clay soil requires 4-6 inches of compacted base to prevent cracking.
Tight gate access, sloped yards, or removing an existing slab adds labor. Wheelbarrow-only access can add 10-15% to the pour cost versus truck-accessible Arlington backyards.
Typical Arlington patio permit fees: $50-$200 depending on project scope. Permits go through City of Arlington Building Inspections.
Quick Cost Reference
Estimated costs by patio size in Arlington — 2026 DFW rates
* Qualifies for volume pricing — e.g. stamped drops to $14.25/SF ($11,400).
Top Neighborhoods in Arlington
Where Arlington homeowners are building patios
Serving all Arlington neighborhoods and surrounding Tarrant County zip codes: 76010, 76011, 76012, 76013, 76014, 76015
Concrete Permits in Arlington
Tarrant County building requirements for patios
City of Arlington Building Inspections
$50-$200 depending on project scope
Arlington has streamlined permitting for standard patios. Ground-level slabs without utilities typically don't need permits. Driveway work requires a right-of-way permit.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about concrete patios in Arlington, TX
Arlington concrete patios average $7,200 based on real DFW project data — one of the most affordable in DFW. A 420 SF broom-finish patio costs around $1,680, while stamped runs $3,780.
Arlington homeowners favor budget-friendly finishes — 38% choose broom finish ($8/SF) vs more expensive stamped or stained. Smaller average patio sizes (420 SF) also keep total costs down compared to premium cities.
Broom finish leads Arlington at 38% — practical, slip-resistant, and the most affordable at $8/SF. Salt finish (28%) is the popular mid-range upgrade. Together they account for 66% of Arlington concrete projects.
Ground-level concrete patios without roofing or utilities typically don't need a permit in Arlington. Covered patios and driveway extensions require permits from Arlington Planning & Development Services.
Arlington averages $7,200 vs Fort Worth's $7,800 — about 8% less. Both cities use the same $8-$15/SF rates. The difference is finish preference: Arlington skews toward budget broom finish, Fort Worth has more stamped projects.
A 420 SF stamped concrete patio in Arlington costs approximately $6,300 at $15.00/SF (2026 DFW rate). For the same size in broom finish, you would pay $3,360 at $8.00/SF — saving $2,940. Volume pricing kicks in at 500+ SF, dropping stamped to $14.25/SF.
In Arlington, 22% of homeowners choose stamped concrete over pavers. Stamped concrete costs $15/SF installed while pavers typically run $18-$25/SF in DFW. Stamped concrete is one continuous pour (no settling or weed growth between joints), but pavers are easier to repair individually. For most Arlington backyards, stamped concrete offers better value.
Standard Arlington patios use 4-inch thick concrete at 3,500 PSI (DFW standard — not the 4,000 PSI some contractors quote). Areas supporting outdoor kitchens or hot tubs need 6-inch slabs. Tarrant County's expansive clay soil requires proper base prep: 4-6 inches of compacted gravel under the slab to prevent cracking from soil movement.
Data source: 42+ pAIsaLocal concrete project data points in Arlington, TX, collected 2024–July 2026.
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