Short answer: a paver patio in the Phoenix area usually costs about $8 to $26 per square foot installed, depending on the material. Angi puts the typical Phoenix project at about $3,925, with most between roughly $2,500 and $7,200.
Typical cost by size (Phoenix)
| Patio size | Installed |
|---|---|
| 10 × 10 ft (100 sq ft) | $825 – $2,580 |
| 14 × 20 ft (280 sq ft) | $2,300 – $7,540 |
| 20 × 20 ft (400 sq ft) | $3,300 – $10,330 |
Phoenix ranges from Angi. Natural stone and flagstone can run well past the top of these ranges.
Cost by material (installed, per sq ft)
| Material | Installed | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Concrete pavers | $8 – $16 | Most common; huge choice of colors and shapes |
| Brick / clay | $10 – $21 | Classic look; holds color well |
| Natural stone (incl. travertine, flagstone) | $16 – $51 | Travertine is popular in Arizona because it stays cooler underfoot |
Extra costs to ask about
- Tearing out an old patio: HomeBlue's 2022 Phoenix figures were about $4–$5 per sq ft for sand-set pavers and $7–$8 for mortar-set. Breaking out a concrete slab is often priced separately.
- Base and grading: a proper job uses about 4 inches of compacted aggregate plus a sand bed. Sloped yards, hard caliche soil and tree roots add prep time. Grading alone can run from several hundred to a few thousand dollars.
- Mortar-set or over a slab: setting pavers on concrete costs more than a sand-set base.
- Add-ons: steps, seat walls, retaining walls, fire pits, lighting and sealing are all extra.
- Permits and tax: some patios need a permit, for example when attached to the house, over a certain size, or changing drainage. Arizona's transaction privilege (sales) tax also applies.
Arizona tips
- Heat: lighter colors and travertine stay cooler than dark concrete pavers in full sun. Plan shade over the main seating area.
- Drainage: monsoon rain needs somewhere to go. Make sure the patio slopes away from the house.
- Pavers vs. concrete: pavers usually cost more up front than a plain slab, but cracked pieces can be lifted and replaced instead of breaking out the whole patio.
- HOA: check your HOA's rules before you pick colors.
How to compare quotes
- Compare the same size and layout, priced per square foot.
- Ask for the base depth, the paver brand and thickness, the edge restraint, and whether demolition and haul-away are included.
- Get the warranty in writing.
- Hire an ROC-licensed contractor for jobs of $1,000 or more. Why it matters →
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Sources
- Angi: Brick paver patio cost in Phoenix, AZ
- HomeBlue: Phoenix paver patio cost (May 2022)
- Lawn Love: Paver patio cost (Nov 2026, national)
Prices last checked Nov 6, 2026. These are published ranges, not quotes. Your price depends on your yard, materials and contractor, so get 2–3 written quotes.