How Much Does Concrete Cost Per Yard?
The per-yard price of concrete is only the start of the number — delivery, short loads and finishing decide the real cost of the pour.
What moves the per-yard price
The mix (PSI strength), your region, and fuel all move the delivered price. Small orders often trigger a short-load fee, and Saturday or long-distance delivery can add more. Price your own supplier — a national average is not a bid.
Material is not the job
A finished slab is material plus forms, gravel base, rebar or mesh, pour labor and finishing. Enter your real cost per yard and labor rate into the concrete calculator to turn the yardage into a client-ready total.
FAQ
How much does a yard of concrete cost?
A few hundred dollars per cubic yard delivered for standard ready-mix, before labor, forms and finishing. Mix strength, region and order size all affect it.
What is a short load fee?
An extra charge for ordering less than the truck’s minimum (often 8–10 yards), since a partial load still ties up a truck.