Cost of a Concrete Driveway. Longer-lasting, less maintenance, and cost-effective are the top three attributes of driveways installed with decorative concrete. Driveway costs can range from $6 per square foot to more than $15 per square foot depending upon the design and coloring effects desired.ost of a Concrete Driveway. Longer-lasting, less maintenance, and cost-effective are the top three attributes of driveways installed with decorative concrete. Driveway costs can range from $6 per square foot to more than $15 per square foot depending upon the design and coloring effects desired.