How Much Do Poured and Precast Concrete Walls Cost in 2025?

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Concrete walls average $8,360, with most homeowners spending $3,068 to $14,590. For most jobs, prices land between $10 and $60 per square foot, but intricate designs can climb up to $100. Your final price will depend on whether you’re installing poured concrete or precast panels, wall size, materials, and labor in your area. Working with a qualified pro helps you stay on budget and get a professional-quality installation. 

Square Footage

Depending on the size and type of concrete wall, you’ll pay anywhere from $10 to $60 per square foot. Small concrete walls built for aesthetic purposes are less costly than reinforced concrete walls built for structural purposes. Also, tall poured concrete walls cost more as your contractor must reset the formwork multiple times, increasing labor costs.

More complex concrete walls built on slopes or supporting large structures can run upward of $90 per square foot. Contact concrete wall contractors in your area to request an all-inclusive price per square foot based on your unique project.

Materials and Concrete Reinforcement

When budgeting for a concrete wall, materials account for about half to three-quarters of the total project cost. Your material list might include concrete, framing supplies, and installation tools. Keep in mind that any custom features or upgrades you add, like decorative finishes or extra structural elements, will raise the overall price.

Many homeowners choose to finish their concrete walls with popular options like brick, natural stone, or stone veneer to boost curb appeal. Material costs can vary widely based on the size of your project area and the style you’re aiming for.

Concrete reinforcement involves using steel bars—known as rebar—or wire mesh for added strength and stability. Rebar costs are normally included in the base estimate for a structural wall because they're integral to the design. If you're adding reinforcement to your concrete wall project, expect to pay $1.40 to $2.55 per linear foot for rebar.

Wall Type

Pros can build walls from different types of concrete, including cinder blocks, precast concrete, or poured concrete. A cinder block wall is less expensive than a poured concrete wall, while precast concrete walls fall in the middle of the price range. Poured, precast, and block walls vary based on the type of concrete, while stamped and board-formed walls vary based on the overall look.

Poured Concrete Foundation and Basement Walls

Concrete foundation walls vary in height but are always structural to support the base of your home. Poured concrete walls for a foundation cost around $2,900 to $10,400. Stem foundation walls will be less expensive than crawl space foundation walls.

If the foundation walls are thick and tall enough for a basement, the cost can go up to $30,000. Other factors that influence the cost of a poured concrete basement foundation system include:

• Thickness and weight 

• Steel reinforcement quantity (such as rebar)

• Clearing, land grading, and digging ($1,400–$5,300)

• Plumbing, electrical, and other utilities

• Windows and window wells ($300–$1,200 each)

• Waterproofing ($5,000 or $5 to $10 per square foot)

• Soil and groundwater conditions

Concrete Fence Cost

Poured concrete isn’t the only option for a concrete dividing fence. You can choose concrete masonry units or concrete blocks for around $10 to $20 per square foot, including labor and materials.

Brick walls cost $15 to $60 per square foot, while stone walls cost $10 to $75 per square foot of wall surface. Pouring a concrete fence is comparable in price to brick or stone, while concrete blocks are less expensive.

Precast

For a precast concrete wall, manufacturers pour concrete into a mold that forms a precast panel. Rather than a truck pouring concrete on-site at your home, specialists lift these manufactured precast concrete panels into place with equipment.

Precast concrete is estimated to be 23% less expensive than poured concrete. On average, installing a precast concrete wall costs $4,800. While precast materials cost from $20 to $40 per square foot, precast installation is much less labor-intensive than pouring concrete.

Board-Formed

Board-formed concrete captures the texture of wood grain for a modern, high-end look and costs $30 to $50 per square foot, or $60 to $280 per linear foot. Pros achieve the effect by pressing wooden boards against the wet concrete to leave natural-looking lines and patterns.

Other Concrete Wall Types

Different types of concrete walls have distinct advantages and disadvantages, as well as different price ranges: 

• Concrete retaining walls cost $30 to $50 per square foot. They hold back soil between elevations to increase available lawn space and can also be used for aesthetics and curb appeal. Structural retaining walls that require engineering calculations will be more expensive than short landscaping walls.

• Cinder block walls cost $10–$15 per square foot, or an average of $1,300 for a concrete block wall. Cinder blocks, also known as concrete masonry units or concrete blocks, are stacked and secured with mortar to form a concrete wall.

• Stamped concrete walls cost $8–$28 per square foot. Adding a stamped pattern to a new concrete wall costs less than modifying an existing wall. Stamped concrete patterns vary in complexity, with a detailed, custom design costing much more than a simple, repetitive design.

Labor Cost for Pros 

Expect to pay between $35 and $40 per hour for labor to build a concrete wall. Since installing concrete is labor-intensive, up to 85% of the total cost may go toward labor fees. Preparing the site, building the formwork, installing the rebar, pouring the concrete, and following curing procedures all require significant effort.

If needed, concrete resurfacing costs $3 to $5 per square foot. This depends on the type of resurfacing, project size, and potential repair costs.

Cost by Location

Local concrete supply and labor rates in your area play a major role in what you'll pay. For example, building an interior concrete wall in a big city comes with a higher price tag compared to a smaller town, where materials and labor tend to cost less.

Curious about what homeowners are paying in different parts of the country? Take a look at some average concrete wall costs across various regions.

Additional Cost Factors

When estimating the cost of concrete walls, you’ll also have to consider other factors, such as delivery, land prep, engineering, and permits. 

Concrete Delivery

While you can mix a tiny batch of concrete by hand, most wall projects need far more concrete than a wheelbarrow can handle. Ready-mix concrete is delivered to the project by a mix truck that can store around 10 cubic yards. If you order less than 10 cubic yards, this is known as a short load.

Expect your concrete delivery costs per cubic yard to be between $110 and $150 for poured concrete and between $150 and $320 for precast concrete. While a precast concrete wall costs less, due to its weight, it will cost more to deliver. 

Excavation

If you’re installing concrete basement or foundation walls, your project requires excavating to dig down to the basement or foundation elevation. Expect to pay $2 to $10 per square foot in land excavation costs.

Engineering Fees

Many concrete walls are structural, meaning they support your house or a section of your land. Structural concrete walls must be designed and approved by a structural engineer. This seal of approval costs between $350 and $720.

Permit Fees

Concrete wall construction projects are significant enough to require a building permit. Obtaining a building permit ensures your project complies with local building codes for safety. Building permits cost anywhere between $150 and $2,000, depending on the city you live in and the scope of the work.

Accessibility

How easy it is to reach your construction site can make a difference in your total project price. If your contractor has to work around tight spaces inside your home, deal with steep slopes, or safely remove load-bearing walls, expect labor costs to climb.

The easier it is to transport concrete and equipment to your site, the more you can control costs. When access is limited, your contractor may need special tools or extra crew members, which can quickly add to your bottom line.

Maintenance and Repairs 

If your concrete walls are in a basement or crawl space, waterproofing is often a must to prevent moisture problems. On average, basement waterproofing costs around $5,000, or roughly $5 to $10 per square foot. To keep your basement walls protected long-term, it’s a good idea to reseal them every 10 years, which costs between $1 and $8 per square foot.

Like anything else in your home, concrete walls can wear down over time. Discoloration, crumbling, and cracks are common issues that can pop up. The cost to fix these problems can vary based on the damage. Expect to pay about $150 to $300 for an inspection. Repairing medium-sized cracks might cost around $200, while major fixes—like adding wall supports to stabilize a bowing basement wall—can run you about $4,500 on average.

Budgeting Tips for Precast Concrete Walls

By taking a strategic approach to your home improvement project, you can control the cost of your concrete wall while achieving the aesthetic you desire and a safe installation:

• Gather at least three all-inclusive bids from local pros so you can compare pricing and scope side by side.

• Choose precast panels when they fit the project—they’re less expensive than on-site pours.

• Talk through finish options with your contractor to strike the right balance between looks and budget.

• Save on prep costs by clearing brush and debris yourself before the crew arrives.

• Check with neighbors to see if they have similar projects, as grouping the work can unlock bulk discounts.

How HomeAdvisor Gets Its Cost Data

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