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How Many Bags of Concrete for a 8x10 Slab?

A 8x10 slab at 4" needs 49 bags of 80 lb concrete.

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80 lb bags · estimated $342.02 at $6.98/bag

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Estimated cost: ~$342.02 (49 × $6.98/bag, Spring 2026 pricing)

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  • 49 × 80 lb concrete mix bags $342.02 @ $6.98/bag (Spring 2026)Home Depot ↗Lowe's ↗
  • Wheelbarrow or mixing tub
  • Mixing hoe or drill paddle
  • Margin trowel or float
10 ft (W)8 ft (L)4 in (T)

Multi-bag comparison

Bag sizeBagsPrice/bagTotal
80 lbBest value49$6.98$342.02
60 lb66$5.98$394.68
40 lb98$4.98$488.04

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

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49 bags(80 lb)
$342.02
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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 8x10 slab?

A 8x10 slab at 4 inches needs about 49 bags of 80 lb or 66 bags of 60 lb concrete, including a 10% waste allowance.

How much does a 8x10 concrete slab cost?

About $342 in 80 lb bags at current prices.

How many cubic feet of concrete is a 8x10 slab at 4 inches?

About 26.7 cubic feet, or 29.3 cubic feet once the 10% waste buffer is added.