How Much Does Interlocking Paver Installation Cost? [2025 Data]

Normal Range: $1,500 - $7,000

Installing interlocking pavers costs $3,400 on average, depending on the square footage. Most spend between $1,500 and $7,000.

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A small urban backyard garden
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A small urban backyard garden
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Highlights
  • Interlocking pavers are durable and long-lasting and work in a variety of climates.

  • The cost to install interlocking pavers depends on the type and style of paver.

  • Other factors, including local labor rates and design complexity, also affect the cost.

  • Only DIY install interlocking pavers if you’re highly experienced with this kind of work.

Durable, beautiful, and good for all climates—those are just a few of the advantages that come to mind when homeowners install interlocking pavers in their outdoor living spaces. Whereas concrete serves a primarily functional purpose, good paver design can help a patio pop. The question is, how much will they set you back? Learn the cost of interlocking pavers in this informational guide.

The average cost to install interlocking pavers is $3,400. Pavers increase in price when you opt for higher-end materials or customization, but a 60-square-foot area can be covered for as little as $350. Concrete stone or brick pavers are the two most popular options and cost roughly the same.

Interlocking Paver Installation Cost by Type 

Not all pavers are created equally. Consider these three types of interlocking pavers for your build.

Type of PaverTypical Installation Cost Per Square Foot
Outdoor pavers$8–$25
Indoor pavers$20–$30
Customized pavers$20–$50

Outdoor Pavers

Concrete, natural slate, and clay bricks are the three most popular types of interlocking pavers. When most people picture their finished paver project, they're picturing one of these materials laid beautifully in their yard. These range from $8 to $25 per square foot.

But homeowners may also look at alternative pavers products, such as rubber, which costs $6 to $11 per square foot. With a more forgiving surface, rubber pavers are great for the elderly who may risk falling, or child play areas.

Indoor Pavers

Fewer homeowners may realize that indoor interlocking pavers also exist. Certain materials, especially marble, make a sleek and elegant design for indoor projects. Marble, because it stains easily, isn't suited for outdoor spaces.

Expect to pay on the higher end ($20 to $30 per square foot) for marble.

Customized Pavers

At higher price points, the sky sort of becomes the limit as far as customization goes for your interlocking pavers project. You might pay anywhere from $20 to $50 per square foot, depending on the material. 

Some customization options you might choose to make your pavers projects truly your own:

  • Colors: red, teal, brown, etc.

  • Shapes: hexagon, dumble, zigzag, basil

Some homeowners even have certain pavers engraved or shaped in specific ways to give their home unique flair.

Interlocking Paver Installation Cost by Style 

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When shopping, here are some price points to consider for interlocking pavers.

Paver StyleTypical Cost Range Per Square Foot
Concrete stone$8–$15
Natural slate or stone$15–$50
Concrete brick$8–$15
Clay brick$10–$20

Concrete Stone

Concrete is probably the most popular material builders work with. Expect to pay $8 to $15 per square foot.

Natural Slate/Stone

$15 to $50 per square foot is the price range for slightly more elegant stone builds.

Specialty paver companies may also work with flagstone, marble, or other types of natural stone.

Concrete Brick

If you like the color of natural brick but the durability of concrete (many homeowners do), you can get the best of both worlds. Again, $8 to $15 per square foot is an acceptable price range.

Clay Brick

Most natural brick is made out of clay, limestone, and other materials. It'll cost slightly more than concrete brick ($10 to $20 per square foot) but give your outdoor living space a different aesthetic.

Additional Cost Factors

The cost to install interlocking pavers can depend on a few other factors as well, including the following:

Labor

Installing interlocking pavers can be challenging work. Unless you’re an experienced DIYer or a contractor yourself, we recommend hiring a highly rated paver installer near you. Rates can depend on the time of the year, where you live, and the complexity of the install, but budget to spend between $50 and $80 an hour (or $4 to $11 per square foot) for professional installation.

Permits

Depending on where you live and the extent of your paver project, you may need to obtain a permit before completing the work. On average, a construction permit costs between $150 and $2,000. Installing interlocking pavers, whether indoors or outdoors, should be on the low end of that range.

Location and Accessibility

Where you live can impact the overall cost to install interlocking pavers. Location impacts both material costs and labor rates. Areas with higher costs of living, such as highly urban areas or coastal locations, generally result in higher costs. That said, a remote home in a rural area may mean less competition, so paver installers can charge more.

The location of the paver project within your home can also impact the cost. If it’s in a difficult-to-reach spot on your property, expect the project to take longer, which can increase labor costs.

Design Complexity

Labor costs may also go up depending on the design complexity. If you envision a unique pattern for the installation, it will require the professional pavers to take more time, and they typically base labor prices on the project's length.

“Keep in mind, straight lines are always more affordable and easier to install than curved layouts, which add time for all the special cutting required,” says Matt DiBara, Angi Expert Review Board member and owner of DiBara Masonry.

DIY Interlocking Paver Installation vs. Hiring a Pro 

It’s possible to install interlocking pavers yourself, but the project can take days. It’s also grueling, labor-intensive work that could require digging your yard and leveling it. Plus, installing pavers requires specialized tools, such as spikes, a shovel, a rake, and a masonry saw, that you may need to purchase or rent.

Rather than take on the complicated project yourself (and risk incorrect installation), we highly recommend working with a contractor who specializes in paver installation. They’ll do the work much faster, and the final product will likely look much better.

If you think you can manage the project on your own, here’s how to install interlocking pavers.

How Angi Gets Its Cost Data

Home is the most important place on earth, which is why Angi has helped more than 150 million homeowners transform their houses into homes they adore. To help homeowners with their next project, Angi provides readers with the most accurate cost data and upholds strict editorial standards. We extensively research project costs to develop the pricing data you see, so you can make the best decisions for you and your home. We rely on 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. 

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Frequently Asked Questions

When many homeowners think of pavers, they think of concrete stone pavers laid in sand. Clay brick is a close second in terms of the look most people want in their outdoor living spaces when they consider such a project. The good thing is that every material of paver is super durable and rated to last a long time.

Interlocking pavers can last 50 years or more, but you’ll need to keep up with some basic routine maintenance to get the most out of them. This includes regularly applying a sealant and keeping up with any weeds that start to grow within them. Avoid metal shovels in the winter, and only salt the pavers ahead of snow and ice if the pavers are part of a necessary walking path—salt and other chemical-based de-icers can take a toll on your pavers over time.

Interlocking pavers offer a number of advantages over regular pavers. For instance, they’re more durable, more resistant to shifting, and easier to repair. There are also permeable options that allow for drainage. However, interlocking pavers are more often more expensive than regular pavers and are prone to growing weeds over time.

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