Driveways
Cost of a Concrete Driveway in Temple, TX (2026 Pricing Guide)
If you're pricing a concrete driveway in Temple, TX, the honest answer is: it depends on your soil, your slope, and how much rebar and base your contractor is willing to put in. Here's what we actually charge Temple homeowners in 2026 — and what's behind the numbers.
| Driveway Size | Use Case | Spec | Installed Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| ~600 sq ft (single car) | Standard passenger vehicles | 4" / #3 rebar / 18" OC | $5,000 – $8,500 |
| ~1,000 sq ft (double-wide) | Two vehicles + walkway | 4" / #3 rebar / 18" OC | $8,500 – $14,000 |
| ~1,400 sq ft (extended) | RV pad or third-car ext. | 5" / #4 rebar / 16" OC | $15,000 – $22,000 |
| ~2,000+ sq ft (long approach) | Acreage / long driveway | 5–6" / #4 rebar / engineered base | $22,000 – $35,000+ |
What drives the price up or down in Temple
Soil. Temple sits on Houston Black clay across most neighborhoods — Western Hills, Wildflower, Lake Pointe, and West Temple all see it. Clay swells and shrinks several inches a year with moisture. Skipping base prep saves $1–$2/sq ft up front and costs you the entire driveway in 5 years.
Thickness and rebar. 4" with #3 rebar is our minimum for passenger vehicles. Trucks, trailers, and RVs need 5–6" with #4. Anyone quoting you a thinner spec to win the job is setting you up for cracks.
Slope and drainage. Lake Pointe and parts of west Temple have meaningful grade — proper forming and drainage adds labor but prevents pooling and edge failure.
Tear-out. Removing an existing cracked driveway adds $2–$4 per sq ft depending on thickness and access.
Finish. Broom is included. Stamped or stained borders add $4–$10 per sq ft for the decorative portion.
Permits — yes, Temple usually requires one
New driveways, driveway approaches, and driveway extensions all generally require a permit from the City of Temple. We pull the permit as part of every Temple driveway project so you don't have to.
Want a written estimate for your Temple driveway — with thickness, rebar, and base prep spelled out line by line?
Get a free Temple estimateWhy Firm Foundation for Temple driveways
We're local — most of our crew lives within 30 minutes of downtown Temple. We pour in Western Hills, Wildflower, Lake Pointe, Pepper Creek, Sammons Park, Tanglewood, Crossroads, and across the rest of Temple every week.
Every Temple driveway gets a written scope, a real timeline, a single point of contact, and rebar sized for Bell County clay — not the cheapest spec that passes inspection.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a concrete driveway cost in Temple, TX?
- Most residential driveways in Temple run $8–$14 per square foot installed in 2026, with a typical 600 sq ft single-car driveway falling between $5,000 and $8,500.
- Do I need a permit for a new driveway in Temple?
- Yes. The City of Temple generally requires a permit for new driveways, driveway approaches, and driveway extensions or widening. We pull the permit as part of every driveway project.
- How thick should a Temple driveway be?
- 4" with #3 rebar on 18" centers is the minimum we'll pour for passenger vehicles in Temple. Trucks, trailers, and RVs should go 5" or 6" with #4 rebar.
- How long does a concrete driveway install take in Temple?
- Most Temple driveways are 2–4 days on site (form, pour, finish, cure). You can usually walk on it in 24–48 hours and drive on it in about 7 days.