Concrete patio cost in Pasadena: the short answer
A plain, reinforced concrete patio in Pasadena runs $8 to $15 per square foot on constructlytools' 2026 Los Angeles guide, or $8 to $12 with a broom finish. Stamped concrete runs $15 to $20 per square foot, and decorative finishes such as exposed aggregate $12 to $20. constructlytools prices a 200 to 600 square foot patio at $1,600 to $9,000 in total, and a 400 square foot patio at $3,200 to $6,000.
| Patio finish | Per sq ft | 400 sq ft patio |
|---|---|---|
| Broom finish | $8 to $12 | $3,200 to $4,800 |
| Plain, reinforced | $8 to $15 | $3,200 to $6,000 |
| Decorative (exposed aggregate, stamped) | $12 to $20 | $4,800 to $8,000 |
| Stamped | $15 to $20 | $6,000 to $8,000 |
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constructlytools' Los Angeles guide, updated May 19, 2026. Reinforced, installed figures; the 400 sq ft column is computed from those rates. Quotes vary by site.
Patio sizes at 2026 Los Angeles rates
The sizes people ask about most, worked out at constructlytools' 2026 Los Angeles rates of $8 to $15 per square foot plain and $15 to $20 stamped:
| Size (ft) | Area | Plain at $8 to $15 | Stamped at $15 to $20 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 x 10 | 100 sq ft | $800 to $1,500 | $1,500 to $2,000 |
| 12 x 12 | 144 sq ft | $1,152 to $2,160 | $2,160 to $2,880 |
| 12 x 16 | 192 sq ft | $1,536 to $2,880 | $2,880 to $3,840 |
| 16 x 20 | 320 sq ft | $2,560 to $4,800 | $4,800 to $6,400 |
| 20 x 20 | 400 sq ft | $3,200 to $6,000 | $6,000 to $8,000 |
| 20 x 30 | 600 sq ft | $4,800 to $9,000 | $9,000 to $12,000 |
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Computed from constructlytools' 2026 Los Angeles rates of $8 to $15 per sq ft plain and $15 to $20 per sq ft stamped. Tear-out of an old patio is extra. Quotes vary by site.
Choosing a broom finish instead of stamped saves $4 to $8 per square foot, which on a 20x20 patio comes to $1,600 to $3,200. The concrete cost calculator prices your own size.
What adds to a Pasadena patio price
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| Breaking out an old slab | $1.40 to $2.30 per sq ft |
| Breaking out a heavily reinforced slab | $2.50 to $4.50 per sq ft |
| Extra grading | $2 to $5 per sq ft more |
| Pump truck for a backyard with no truck access | $500 to $900 |
| Permit, where one is needed | $200 to $700 |
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constructlytools' Los Angeles guide, updated May 19, 2026. These sit outside its $8 to $15 base rate, which already includes rebar. Booking the tear-out with the new pour is often discounted 10 to 18%. Quotes vary by site.
Other things that move a patio quote
- Shape: curves, notches around planters and steps add forming and finishing time.
- Thickness: 4 to 5 inches is standard on homeblue's Pasadena pages; spas and kitchen islands need 6 to 8 inches where they sit.
- Access: a backyard reached through a side gate may need a pump or wheelbarrows.
- Drainage: a drain, a gravel border or a regraded lawn to carry water away from the house.
- Covers and footings: a future patio cover or outdoor kitchen needs footings planned into the pour.
Resurfacing an old patio instead
People also search for concrete patio resurfacing. An overlay or new decorative coating can make a sound, level patio look new for less than a repour, but it copies whatever is underneath: a sunken corner or a crack that keeps moving comes back through. No dated source on this site publishes a Pasadena resurfacing rate, so it is quoted per job; the concrete repair and resurfacing page explains when it works.
