Ready-mix Concrete Prices — Live Index
$125–$185 $/yd³ (May 2026) · +0.3% vs last month · +1.7% vs last year. Derived from BLS PPI — Ready-Mix Concrete Manufacturing, verified 2026-06-07, refreshed monthly.
Ready-mix Concrete Price History
This chart shows estimated $/yd³ prices derived from the BLS Producer Price Index since 2010. When the line goes up, the material costs more. The current estimated price is $155/yd³ as of 2026-05.
Current estimate: $155/yd³ (PPI 401.3, 2026-05). Source: BLS Producer Price Index (series PCU327320327320)
Ready-mix Concrete price by region
National pricing scaled by the BEA Regional Price Parity index (a cost-of-living proxy, not a per-state material quote).
| Region | Index (US=100) | Estimated range |
|---|---|---|
| Arkansas | 86.6 | $108–$160 $/yd³ |
| Arizona | 99.9 | $125–$185 $/yd³ |
| District of Columbia | 112.8 | $141–$209 $/yd³ |
How today compares
Over the last 16 years of BLS PPI — Ready-Mix Concrete Manufacturing data, ready-mix concrete prices are currently at their all-time peak and 87.4% above the low of April 2011.
Methodology
PPI index 400.013 (Apr 2026, base Jun 1981=100) × $38.75/yd³ base price = ~$155/yd³. Base price from USGS Minerals Yearbook 1982 (ready-mix concrete national average). Range ±$30 for regional/grade variance. Series cadence: monthly. The dollar range is re-derived whenever the underlying index moves more than 5% from the derivation point.
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Ready-mix Concrete price FAQ
How much does ready-mix concrete cost in May 2026?
$125–$185 $/yd³, with a mid-estimate of $155 $/yd³. This is derived from BLS PPI — Ready-Mix Concrete Manufacturing and refreshed monthly.
Are ready-mix concrete prices going up or down?
Up +0.3% versus last month and +1.7% versus a year ago, based on the BLS producer price index through May 2026.
How do today's ready-mix concrete prices compare to the historical range?
Current prices are at their 16-year peak (May 2026) and 87.4% above the low (Apr 2011).
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