Concrete prices in South Carolina

Concrete in South Carolina typically costs $111–$137 per cubic yard in 2026 — 6.8% below the U.S. range of $119–$147. South Carolina ranks 30 of 51 from most to least expensive.

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Ready-mix material cost

$871–$1,012

  • Concrete needed5.43 cubic yards
  • Short-load fee included$268
  • Installed slab (labor + material)$1,864–$3,727
  • Area400 ft²

Estimates only. Round up when you order, and confirm structural details with your local building code.

Typical concrete costs in South Carolina

ItemSC typical range
Ready-mix, per cubic yard (10+ yd³ order)$111–$137
Ready-mix, per cubic yard (short load under 10 yd³)$160–$186
10 × 10 ft patio, 4 in (1.4 yd³ with waste) (short-load fee included)$224–$261
20 × 20 ft slab, 4 in (5.4 yd³ with waste) (short-load fee included)$865–$1,006
24 × 24 ft garage slab, 6 in (11.7 yd³ with waste)$1,297–$1,603
Installed slab, per ft² (labor + material)$4.66–$9.32
Installed 20 × 20 ft slab$1,864–$3,727

South Carolina vs. neighboring states

StateTypical per cubic yardvs. U.S.
South Carolina$111–$137−6.8%
North Carolina$112–$138−5.9%
Georgia$115–$142−3.3%

What affects the price

Ready-mix prices depend on cement and aggregate costs, the distance from the batch plant, the mix strength (PSI) and additives, and how much you order — loads under 10 cubic yards carry a short-load fee.

The numbers on this page are estimates for planning. They take a national 2026 price range and scale it by South Carolina's overall price level (93.2 against a U.S. average of 100). Prices within the state can differ a lot between a metro area and a rural county.

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