How Much Does a Brick Walkway Cost in 2025?

This article was updated using automation technology and thoroughly reviewed for accuracy by HomeAdvisor Editor Ryan Noonan.

Averaging $4,500, installing a brick walkway adds curb appeal and guides guests to your front door. Depending on the scope, you can expect to pay as little as $450 for a straightforward path or up to $14,000 for an ornate design with decorative brick and ornamental curves.

Brick Walkway Cost Factors

Brick walkway pricing hinges mainly on the bricks you select and local labor rates. Here’s a closer breakdown of the two main brick walkway cost factors.

Materials

Brick prices vary by style and quantity. Standard red clay bricks run $0.35 to $1.20 each, while decorative pavers or uncommon sizes cost more.

If the site is already level, additional expenses are minimal. When prep is required, pea gravel, ranging from $25 to $80 per cubic yard, provides drainage, and sand, from $15 to $50 per cubic yard, helps create a level base.

Labor

Local masons charge $50 to $100 per hour, or $6 to $12 per square foot. That rate often covers light site prep, such as minor excavation or grading; extensive grading or excavation will increase labor costs.

Complexity

A straight, rectangular path is the most budget-friendly. Adding curves, custom borders, or intricate patterns increases material waste and labor time, pushing the overall price higher.

How Much Does It Cost to Build a Brick Walkway per Square Foot?

The average cost to build a brick walkway is $15 to $30 per square foot. Expect to pay $450 to $1,200 for a small garden path and between $6,000 and $14,000 for a large custom walkway.

Opting for premium pavers, intricate patterns, or ornamental curves can push costs to $30 per square foot for materials and installation. That premium reflects the additional time and skill required from your local bricklayer.

Budgeting for Building a Brick Walkway

As outdoor home improvement projects go, brick walkways are relatively inexpensive. However, there are a few ways you can reduce the cost of this value-adding project even further. These include:

• Scale back size and complexity: Every curve or extra foot adds labor and material costs. A compact, rectangular path keeps pricing down.

• Measure accurately: Measure twice, buy once. Divide the walkway’s square footage by the square footage of a single brick to determine how many units to order.

• Account for waste: Order 10% extra to cover cuts and future repairs. Buying the overage up front is more cost-effective than placing a small follow-up order, and leftover bricks can lower future brick repair costs.

• Consider recycled brick: Used brick can be a great way to reduce brick paver patio and walkway costs if you don’t mind a more rustic, vintage look. However, it can add labor hours because you may need to chip old mortar off each brick.

How HomeAdvisor Gets Its Cost Data

No place is more important than your home, which is why HomeAdvisor connects homeowners with local pros to transform their houses into homes they love. To help homeowners prepare for their next project, HomeAdvisor provides readers with accurate cost data and follows strict editorial guidelines. After a project is complete, we survey real customers about the costs to develop the pricing data you see, so you can make the best decisions for you and your home. We pair this data with research from reputable sources, including the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, academic journals, market studies, and interviews with industry experts—all to ensure our prices reflect real-world projects.