Cost Guides · 2026
How much do pavers cost? $18–$35 per installed square foot.
Installed paver rates in Southern California, 2026. Averaging around $18/sq ft for straightforward scopes and up to $35/sq ft for custom borders, complex patterns, and full site engineering. Priced by scope, material, and site condition.
Cost Per Square Foot · 2026
| Project | Installed $/sq ft | Typical Project Total |
|---|---|---|
| Paver driveway | $18–$35 | $10,800–$21,000 (600 sq ft) |
| Paver patio | $18–$35 | $7,200–$14,000 (400 sq ft) |
| Pool deck | $22–$35 | $13,200–$21,000 (600 sq ft) |
| Walkway / entry path | $18–$32 | $2,700–$4,800 (150 sq ft) |
| Permeable paver system | $22–$35 | Add ~$2–4/sq ft over standard base |
| Poured concrete (for comparison) | $10–$18 | Cheaper up front, 15–25 yr lifespan |
Southern California installed rates · Includes demo, base, material, install, and 25-year warranty
Cost Guide · Driveways
How much does a paver driveway cost in California?
Paver driveway cost in Southern California: 2026 pricing by material, size, and complexity. Installed rates start around $18/sq ft and top out near $35/sq ft.
- Starting
- $18 / sq ft installed
- Average
- $22-$28 / sq ft
- High end
- $35 / sq ft
- Typical driveway
- $16K-$28K
Cost Guide · Patios
How much does a paver patio cost in California?
Paver patio cost in Southern California: 2026 installed rates from $18/sq ft, material and design cost drivers, and how patios compare to concrete or wood decking.
- Starting
- $18 / sq ft
- Average
- $22-$28 / sq ft
- High end
- $35 / sq ft
- 400 sq ft patio
- $7K-$14K
Cost Guide · Pool Decks
How much does a paver pool deck cost in California?
Paver pool deck cost in Southern California: 2026 installed rates from $18/sq ft, cool-surface material options, coping integration, and rebuild-vs-overlay costs.
- Starting
- $18 / sq ft
- Average
- $22-$28 / sq ft
- High end
- $35 / sq ft
- Average project
- $14K-$26K
Cost Guide · Walkways
How much does a paver walkway cost in California?
Paver walkway cost in Southern California: 2026 installed rates, cost by width and material, and design tips that keep walkways from looking cheap.
- Typical
- $24-$32 / sq ft
- Primary walk (5x40)
- $4,800-$6,400
- Garden path (3x30)
- $2,000-$2,900
- Warranty
- 25 years
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Local rates, permits, and HOA notes for every Southern California community we serve.