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How Many Bags of Concrete for a 20x20 Slab?

A 20x20 slab at 4" needs 245 bags of 80 lb concrete.

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80 lb bags · estimated $1710.10 at $6.98/bag

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Estimated cost: ~$1710.10 (245 × $6.98/bag, Spring 2026 pricing)

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  • 245 × 80 lb concrete mix bags $1710.10 @ $6.98/bag (Spring 2026)Home Depot ↗Lowe's ↗
  • Wheelbarrow or mixing tub
  • Mixing hoe or drill paddle
  • Margin trowel or float
20 ft (W)20 ft (L)4 in (T)

Multi-bag comparison

Bag sizeBagsPrice/bagTotal
80 lbBest value245$6.98$1710.10
60 lb326$5.98$1949.48
40 lb489$4.98$2435.22

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

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245 bags(80 lb)
$1710.10
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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 20x20 slab?

A 20x20 slab at 4 inches needs about 245 bags of 80 lb or 326 bags of 60 lb concrete, including a 10% waste allowance.

How much does a 20x20 concrete slab cost?

About $1710 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 20x20 slab at 4 inches?

About 133.3 cubic feet, or 146.7 cubic feet once the 10% waste buffer is added.