Arkansas · 2026 cost guide
How much does a concrete driveway cost in Arkansas?
In Arkansas, a concrete driveway costs about $2,600–$7,300 in 2026 for a 600 sq ft (20×30) 4-inch-thick concrete driveway — roughly $4.3–$12.04 per square foot. That’s about 14% below the U.S. average.
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Arkansas cost breakdown
| Typical total (a 600 sq ft (20×30) 4-inch-thick concrete driveway) | $2,600–$7,300 |
| Per square foot | $4.3–$12.04 |
| Metro areas (Little Rock, Fayetteville, and Fort Smith) | up to ~$7,900 |
| Versus U.S. average | about 14% below average |
What’s different about Arkansas
Arkansas sits near the severe-storm belt, where hail and high winds favor impact-resistant materials, and humid summers add to moisture-related upkeep.
- Severe-storm exposure favors impact-resistant materials.
- Humidity favors moisture- and mildew-resistant materials.
Expect quotes toward the higher end in Arkansas’s larger metros — Little Rock, Fayetteville, and Fort Smith — where labor and permit costs run above the state average, and lower in rural areas.
How the cost is built
Concrete driveway cost depends on square footage, slab thickness, and finish — a plain broom finish is cheapest, while stamped or colored concrete costs more. Site prep, removal of an old slab, reinforcement, and thicker pours for heavy vehicles add to the total.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a concrete driveway cost in Arkansas?
In Arkansas, a concrete driveway costs about $2,600 to $7,300 in 2026 for a 600 sq ft (20×30) 4-inch-thick concrete driveway — roughly 4.3–12.04 per square foot. That's about 14% below the national average, reflecting local labor and material costs.
What affects the cost of a concrete driveway in Arkansas?
Arkansas sits near the severe-storm belt, where hail and high winds favor impact-resistant materials, and humid summers add to moisture-related upkeep. Severe-storm exposure favors impact-resistant materials.
How can I get an accurate concrete driveway estimate for my home?
Use the free Concrete Calculator to plug in your real measurements and materials, then collect two or three local quotes to compare. Within Arkansas, prices run higher in metros like Little Rock, Fayetteville, and Fort Smith and lower in rural areas.
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The Arkansas figure is the national installed-cost range scaled by a Arkansas regional cost index (its construction costs run about 14% below the U.S. average), then adjusted for the local climate and code factors above. It’s a 2026 planning estimate, not a quote — get local bids before budgeting.
- Smart Cost Hub methodology — how our cost ranges and indices are built
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics — Producer Price Index (construction materials)