Concrete Sidewalk Cost
A concrete sidewalk or walkway costs about $12.00 to $14.71 per square foot installed (Homewyse, May 2026). Angi gives $7 to $17, and about $10 as a typical figure.
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Prices are US national ranges from published sources, checked September 23, 2026. Where the numbers come from.
Sidewalk cost per square foot
| Source | Price per sq ft | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Homewyse, May 2026 [1] | $12.00–$14.71 | National average estimate |
| Angi [2] | $7–$17 | About $10 typical; as little as $4 for thin slabs. A 200 sq ft path costs $1,600–$2,400 |
Cost by path size
At Homewyse’s $12.00–$14.71 per sq ft, 4 inches thick:
| Walkway | Area | Installed | Concrete |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 × 20 ft | 60 sq ft | $720–$880 | 0.74 cu yd |
| 4 × 30 ft | 120 sq ft | $1,440–$1,770 | 1.48 cu yd |
| 4 × 50 ft | 200 sq ft | $2,400–$2,940 | 2.47 cu yd |
| 5 × 60 ft | 300 sq ft | $3,600–$4,410 | 3.70 cu yd |
Before you pour
- Public sidewalks along the street often fall under city rules for width, thickness and who pays. Call your city before replacing one.
- Removal of an old walk adds $2–$6 per sq ft; see concrete removal cost.
- Small volumes mean short-load charges on ready-mix. Under a yard or two, compare the bags calculator.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a 4 ft wide concrete sidewalk cost per foot of length?
Each running foot of a 4 ft wide walk is 4 sq ft: about $48–$59 per foot at Homewyse's $12.00–$14.71 per sq ft, or $28–$68 at Angi's $7–$17.
How much concrete does a sidewalk need?
A 4 × 30 ft walk at 4 inches thick needs 1.48 cubic yards, or 67 bags of 80 lb concrete, before waste.
Why does a sidewalk cost more per square foot than a patio?
A long, narrow walk has far more edge to form per square foot than a compact slab. Homewyse's sidewalk estimate ($12.00–$14.71) sits above its patio estimate ($10.30–$12.64).
Sources
- Homewyse, Cost to install a concrete sidewalk, updated 2026-05. Checked September 23, 2026.
- Angi, How much does a concrete walkway cost?. Figure as shown in the page's search listing; checked September 23, 2026.