Driveway cost estimate
12x12 Concrete Driveway Cost
A 12 ft × 12 ft concrete driveway is 144 square feet. At a standard 5-inch thickness it needs about 2.44 cubic yards of concrete (with 10 % waste) and costs roughly $864 – $2,160 installed with a plain broom finish.
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Material & Cost Breakdown
| Metric | Value | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Square footage | 144 sq ft | 12 ft × 12 ft |
| Thickness | 5 in | Standard for vehicle traffic |
| Concrete volume | 2.22 yd³ | Before waste |
| Order volume (10% waste) | 2.44 yd³ | Ready-mix ordering target |
| 80 lb bags needed | 110 bags | Including waste |
| 60 lb bags needed | 147 bags | Including waste |
| Ready-mix material cost | $318 – $403 | ~$130–$165 per yard delivered |
| Installed cost (broom) | $864 – $2,160 | $6–$15 per sq ft |
* Installed cost assumes a standard broom finish, easy site access, and a prepared sub-base. Decorative finishes, tear-out, poor soil, or pump-truck access will move the price higher.
How We Calculated It
- Area: 12 ft × 12 ft = 144 sq ft
- Volume: 144 sq ft × (5 in ÷ 12) = 60.0 cu ft ÷ 27 = 2.22 yd³
- With 10% waste: 2.22 × 1.10 = 2.44 yd³
- Bags (80 lb): 2.44 × 27 ÷ 0.60 cu ft/bag ≈ 110 bags
FAQs
How much does a 12x12 concrete driveway cost?
A 12x12 (144 sq ft) concrete driveway costs roughly $864 to $2,160 installed with a broom finish in 2026. Decorative finishes, tear-out, and site prep can raise the price.
How many cubic yards for a 12x12 driveway?
At 5 inches thick, a 12x12 driveway needs about 2.22 cubic yards before waste and 2.44 yards after a 10% ordering allowance.
How many 80 lb bags for a 12x12 driveway?
You would need about 110 bags of 80 lb concrete (including 10% waste). Above roughly one cubic yard, ready-mix is usually cheaper and easier than bags.
Planning Your 12x12 Pour
When preparing to pour a 12 ft × 12 ft concrete driveway, proper planning is essential to keep your project on budget. The dimensions directly determine the total square footage, which in turn dictates the amount of labor, forming materials, and finishing time required.
The thickness is equally important. While 5 inches is standard for this type of driveway, increasing the thickness by just one inch will significantly increase the total cubic yards of concrete needed. Always ensure your sub-base is properly compacted and leveled; an uneven base can lead to thick spots that consume more concrete than your initial estimate predicted. Lastly, ordering with a 10% waste margin is a standard industry practice to account for minor spills, uneven ground, and the small amount of concrete left inside the delivery truck.