Brick Patio Cost: 2026 Installed Price Calculator
Mike Martin, MA CSL, is the founder and construction cost editor of RemodelingExpense. His residential construction experience informs the site’s cost research, calculators, and homeowner project guidance.
Brick patio cost ranges from $8.00 to $25.00 per sq. ft. installed, with most 400 sq. ft. brick patio projects costing about $3,200 to $10,000.
This estimate is for a patio built with individual clay brick pavers or concrete brick-style pavers over a compacted base. It is not for poured concrete, stamped concrete, exposed aggregate, bluestone, fieldstone, or a simple concrete slab.
Enter your ZIP code and patio area below to estimate local material, labor, and installed cost.
Cost Calculator
Brick Patio Cost Calculator
Brick patio cost depends on patio area, clay brick pavers, concrete brick pavers, herringbone or running bond pattern, gravel base depth, bedding sand, edge restraint, polymeric sand, drainage slope, freeze-thaw movement, repairability, old patio removal, access, permits, and local labor rates.
Your estimated cost
For 400 sq. ft.
$3,200 – $10,000
About $8 – $25 per sq. ft.
Use your estimate as a starting point, then compare real prices from local contractors.
| Cost item | Low estimate | High estimate |
|---|---|---|
| Material | $1,200 | $3,600 |
| Labor | $2,000 | $6,400 |
| Estimated installed cost | $3,200 | $10,000 |
| Installed cost per sq. ft. | $8 | $25 |
Why your price may change
- Local labor rates vary.
- Material quality affects the price.
- Old material removal, repairs, permits, or code updates can add cost.
- Hard-to-reach areas, complex layouts, rush jobs, or premium contractors may cost more.
Estimate includes local labor adjustments and may differ slightly from rounded national cost examples.
Brick Patio Cost vs Value
Brick Patio may recover about 55%–75% of its cost.
Bottom line: Brick patios cost more than plain concrete because they use individual pavers, a compacted gravel base, bedding sand, edge restraint, joint sand, and more layout labor.
Worth it: Homeowners who want a classic masonry patio with individual brick pavers, repairable sections, pattern options, and a traditional outdoor living look.
Skip it: Projects where plain concrete, stamped concrete, exposed aggregate, bluestone, or fieldstone is the main design intent.
ROI ranges are planning estimates and should not be treated as an appraisal. This is only an estimate. Real resale value depends on your home, neighborhood, market, project quality, and buyer demand.
How to Measure a Brick Patio
Measure the patio length times width to get the square footage. A 20 ft. by 20 ft. brick patio is 400 sq. ft. Add separate areas for walkways, landings, steps, curved sections, borders, and grill pads.
Brick patios are usually priced by square foot, but the final cost depends on base depth, paver type, pattern, edge restraint, drainage, access, excavation, and whether an old patio needs to be removed.
Brick Patio Cost Factors
Contractor Reality Check
A brick patio quote should include more than the pavers. The base, bedding sand, compaction, edge restraint, joint sand, drainage slope, pattern layout, and freeze-thaw movement all affect how well the patio holds up. Cheap installs often fail because the base is too shallow or poorly compacted.
What to Confirm Before You Sign
- Total patio square footage and layout shape
- Clay brick pavers or concrete brick-style pavers
- Gravel base depth and compaction method
- Bedding sand, edge restraint, and joint sand
- Pattern choice, such as running bond, basketweave, or herringbone
- Drainage slope away from the house
- Old patio, soil, grass, or debris removal
- Warranty terms for settling, shifting, drainage, and workmanship
Common Brick Patio Add-On Costs
| Item | Typical Added Cost |
|---|---|
| Old patio removal | $2.00 – $6.00 per sq. ft. |
| Extra excavation or grading | $500 – $3,000+ |
| Deeper gravel base | $2.00 – $5.00 per sq. ft. |
| Polymeric sand upgrade | $1.00 – $3.00 per sq. ft. |
| Drainage correction | $500 – $4,000+ |
Brick Patio Cost by Type
| Brick Patio Type | Installed Cost per Sq. Ft. | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| Basic concrete brick-style paver patio | $8.00 – $15.00 | Budget paver patios with a brick look |
| Clay brick paver patio | $12.00 – $22.00 | Classic brick patios, walkways, and outdoor seating areas |
| Premium brick patio with detailed pattern | $18.00 – $25.00+ | Herringbone layouts, borders, curves, steps, and higher-detail masonry work |
Cost by Patio Size
| Patio Size | Estimated Installed Cost |
|---|---|
| 200 sq. ft. | $1,600 – $5,000 |
| 300 sq. ft. | $2,400 – $7,500 |
| 400 sq. ft. | $3,200 – $10,000 |
| 600 sq. ft. | $4,800 – $15,000 |
Is a Brick Patio Worth It?
A brick patio is usually worth it when you want a classic outdoor surface with individual pavers, pattern options, and repairable sections. It costs more than plain concrete because each paver must be set over a prepared base. It may not be the best fit if you want the lowest upfront price, a poured slab, or a natural stone patio look.
Related Patio Cost Guides
References
- Brick Industry Association
- Interlocking Concrete Pavement Institute
- Concrete Masonry and Hardscapes Association
- This Old House: How to Lay a Brick Patio
Last Updated: 6/19/26
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