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How much does a concrete driveway cost in South Elgin, IL?

US national rangeUpdated Prices checked October 20261 source

A concrete driveway costs $2,700 to $14,500 nationally, typical $6,400. We have no documented price index for South Elgin for this job, so this is the US national range from HomeAdvisor, checked October 2026.

US national range, not adjusted for this city

Low
$2,700
Typical
$6,400
High
$14,500

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Concrete driveway cost in South Elgin, IL

We have no documented price index for South Elgin for this job, so the table shows the US national range.

Concrete driveway cost in South Elgin, IL
EstimateLowTypicalHighBasisChecked
US national range$2,700$6,400$14,500Per driveway: typical range of customer-reported projects (about $8 to $20 per sq ft) (HomeAdvisor)October 2026

What drives the cost of a concrete driveway

  1. Size

    Concrete is priced by the square foot, typically $8 to $20.

  2. Concrete type and thickness

    Thicker slabs and stamped or colored concrete cost more.

  3. Removal of the old driveway

    Tear-out and haul-away add cost.

  4. Labor

    Labor is about half the bill.

  5. Add-ons

    Rebar, heating, aprons and sealing add cost.

Permits and what's included in South Elgin

Permit note

Many towns require a permit for a new driveway or apron and set rules for the apron at the street. Check local code before work starts.

Rules are set locally; confirm with South Elgin’s building department.

What’s usually included

  • Excavation and gravel base
  • Forms and reinforcement in the agreed spec
  • Pouring and finishing

Scopes vary. Get the scope in writing on every quote.

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Top-ranked concrete contractors in South Elgin

The top 3 of 411 concrete contractors we rank for South Elgin, IL, by CR Score. Paid placement never changes rank.

  1. #1
    Concrete Hero - Leveling & Coatings
    CR Score 644.9from 451 Google reviews
  2. #2
    Unico Paving Sealcoating Your Trusted Asphalt Company
    CR Score 614.7from 61 Google reviews
  3. #3
    Acme Concrete Raising & Repair Illinois
    CR Score 615.0from 388 Google reviews

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Concrete driveway cost in South Elgin: questions

How much does a concrete driveway cost in South Elgin, IL?

A concrete driveway costs $2,700 to $14,500 nationally, typical $6,400. We have no documented price index for South Elgin for this job, so this is the US national range from HomeAdvisor, checked October 2026.

Do I need a permit for a concrete driveway in South Elgin?

Many towns require a permit for a new driveway or apron and set rules for the apron at the street. Check local code before work starts. Rules are set locally, so confirm with South Elgin’s building department.

What affects the cost of a concrete driveway?

Size: concrete is priced by the square foot, typically $8 to $20. Concrete type and thickness: thicker slabs and stamped or colored concrete cost more. Removal of the old driveway: tear-out and haul-away add cost. Labor: labor is about half the bill.

How many concrete contractors serve South Elgin?

We rank 411 concrete contractors for South Elgin, IL by CR Score. Get at least three written quotes for the same scope.

What is usually included in the price?

Excavation and gravel base; Forms and reinforcement in the agreed spec; Pouring and finishing. Always get the scope in writing on the quote.

Sources

Checked October 2026. Figures are estimates, not quotes.

  1. HomeAdvisor: Concrete driveway cost · page updated June 20, 2026 · checked October 2026Primary source. Used for: Low, typical and high; drivers; apron note.
These are published estimates, checked October 2026. They are not quotes. Typical range shown: $2,700 to $14,500. Editorial policy

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