Concrete for a 16x20 Slab
Order 4.35 yd with 10% waste — or 178 × 80 lb bags / 238 × 60 lb bags.
By thickness
| Thickness | Cubic yards | +10% waste | 80 lb bags | Typical use |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4" | 3.95 | 4.35 | 178 | Patio, shed pad, walkway |
| 5" | 4.94 | 5.43 | 223 | Light vehicle traffic |
| 6" | 5.93 | 6.52 | 267 | Driveway, garage |
Bags or the truck?
For this 320 sq ft slab at 4": bags ≈ $1,157 (178 × 80 lb — that's 14,240 lb of mixing) vs ready-mix ≈ $687 delivered. The truck wins here. Prices are national ballparks — your local quote rules.
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Common questions
How much concrete do I need for a 16x20 slab?
A 16x20 slab at the standard 4-inch thickness needs 3.95 cubic yards of concrete — order 4.35 yards with a 10% waste margin. At 6 inches it needs 5.93 yards.
How many bags of concrete for a 16x20 slab?
At 4 inches thick: 178 bags of 80 lb concrete mix or 238 bags of 60 lb. At this volume, delivered ready-mix is usually cheaper and far less work than mixing bags.
Should I use bags or ready-mix for a 16x20 slab?
Ready-mix. Bags for this slab would cost about $1,157 in material and require mixing 14,240 lb by hand; a delivered order runs roughly $687 and arrives ready to pour.