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Concrete Cost Calculator
What will the concrete cost? Enter cubic yards and price: get material cost and coverage area instantly.
Estimates only. Bag yields per manufacturer specs (80 lb ≈ 0.60 ft³, 60 lb ≈ 0.45 ft³, 40 lb ≈ 0.30 ft³). Ready-mix trucks carry ≈ 10 yd³. Always round up and confirm with your supplier.
Five cubic yards at $150 per yard costs $750 in materials and covers 405 square feet at 4 inches thick. Enter your numbers below for an instant concrete cost and coverage estimate.
How to use the concrete cost calculator
- Enter the concrete volume in cubic yards.
- Enter your price per cubic yard (check local ready-mix quotes).
- Optionally enter thickness to see the coverage area.
- Read material cost and square footage covered.
Formula
Cost = cubic yards × price per yard. Coverage = yards × 27 ÷ thickness in feet.
Practical tips
- US ready-mix typically runs $120 to $180 per cubic yard as an example price (check local suppliers for current rates), plus delivery fees. Prices last checked October 2026.
- Short-load fees apply under about 4 yards: ask before ordering.
- One yard covers 81 sq ft at 4 inches, 54 sq ft at 6 inches.
- Get 3 quotes: prices vary widely between plants.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a yard of concrete cost?
Typically $120 to $180 per cubic yard in the US as an example (October 2026), plus delivery and any short-load fee. Always check local suppliers for current prices.
What is a short load fee?
A surcharge (often $50 to $150) when you order less than a full truck, usually under 4 yards.
How many square feet does a yard cover?
Eighty-one sq ft at 4 inches thick, 54 sq ft at 6 inches, 36 sq ft at 9 inches.
Get your volume from the slab calculator or use the full hub.
Worked examples
Example 1: 5 cubic yards at $150/yd. Cost = $750. Covers 405 ft2 at 4 in thick.
Example 2 (UK): 8 m3 at £130/m3. Cost = £1,040.
Cost reference table
Material only. Prices are examples; check local suppliers.
| Volume | $120/yd3 | $150/yd3 | $180/yd3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 yd3 | $120 | $150 | $180 |
| 3 yd3 | $360 | $450 | $540 |
| 5 yd3 | $600 | $750 | $900 |
| 10 yd3 | $1,200 | $1,500 | $1,800 |
More cost questions
How much per cubic yard?
$120 to $180 in the US (2026) before delivery. In the UK, £125 to £160 per cubic metre.