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How Many Bags of Concrete for a 30x30 Slab?

30 ft (W)30 ft (L)4 in (T)

A 30x30 slab at 4" needs 550 bags of 80 lb concrete.

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80 lb bags · estimated $3839.00 at $6.98/bag

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Estimated cost: ~$3839 (550 × $6.98/bag, Spring 2026 pricing)

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Multi-bag comparison

Bag sizeBagsPrice/bagTotal
80 lbBest value550$6.98$3839.00
60 lb734$5.98$4389.32
40 lb1100$4.98$5478.00

Prices are spring 2026 estimates. Above ~60 bags, price a ready-mix truck too — it is often cheaper.

Material list

  • 550 × 80 lb concrete mix bags $3839 @ $6.98/bag (Spring 2026)Home Depot ↗Lowe's ↗
  • Wheelbarrow or mixing tub
  • Mixing hoe or drill paddle
  • Margin trowel or float
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550 bags(80 lb)
$3839.00
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How this is calculated

We convert your dimensions to cubic feet, add a 10% waste buffer for spillage and an uneven subgrade, then divide by the bag's yield and round up to the next full bag.

FAQ

How many bags of concrete for a 30x30 slab?

A 30x30 slab at 4 inches needs about 550 bags of 80 lb or 734 bags of 60 lb concrete, including a 10% waste allowance.

How much does a 30x30 concrete slab cost?

About $3839 in 80 lb bags at current prices. Above ~60 bags, a ready-mix truck is often cheaper — the page shows both.

How many cubic feet of concrete is a 30x30 slab at 4 inches?

About 300 cubic feet, or 330 cubic feet once the 10% waste buffer is added.