60 ft × 12 ft, $6/sq ft, $1 tear-out, $300 extras
- Area = 720 sq ft
- Paving ≈ $4,320
- Tear-out ≈ $720
- Total ≈ $5,340
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Asphalt Driveway Cost Calculator
Estimate asphalt driveway cost using dimensions, cost per sq ft, tear-out cost, and extras.
Results
- Area (sq ft)
- 720.00
- Paving cost
- $4,320
- Tear-out cost
- $720
- Total estimated cost
- $5,340
How to use this calculator
- Enter driveway length and width.
- Set paving cost per sq ft and tear-out cost per sq ft.
- Add any extra costs (permits, drainage, grading).
- Review area, component costs, and total estimate.
Inputs explained
- Paving cost
- Includes material + labor per sq ft; adjust for local rates and thickness.
- Tear-out cost
- Removal/disposal of existing surface. Set to 0 for new construction/no tear-out.
- Additional costs
- Permits, drainage, grading, edging, contingencies.
How it works
Area = Length × Width. Paving cost = Area × $/sq ft. Tear-out cost = Area × tear-out rate. Total = Paving + Tear-out + Extras.
Formula
Area = Length × Width Paving = Area × Cost per sq ft Tear-out = Area × Tear-out cost per sq ft Total = Paving + Tear-out + Additional costs
When to use it
- Budgeting asphalt driveway installation or replacement.
- Comparing cost impact of larger/smaller driveway dimensions.
- Estimating tear-out and add-on costs separately.
Tips & cautions
- Local rates vary; adjust per-sq-ft costs accordingly.
- Thicker asphalt or complex shapes may cost more; raise cost per sq ft to reflect complexity.
- Include drainage/grading in additional costs if needed.
- Simplified; does not model thickness, sub-base prep, or complex layouts.
- Does not include sealing or long-term maintenance.
- Assumes uniform width/length; irregular shapes not modeled.
Worked examples
80 ft × 10 ft, $5.50/sq ft, $0.75 tear-out, $400 extras
- Area = 800 sq ft
- Paving ≈ $4,400
- Tear-out ≈ $600
- Total ≈ $5,400
Deep dive
Estimate asphalt driveway cost by entering dimensions, cost per sq ft, tear-out cost, and extras to see total.
Use it to budget or compare quotes for asphalt driveway projects.
FAQs
- Does thickness matter?
- Yes. Thicker asphalt costs more; adjust cost per sq ft accordingly.
- Do I include base/grading?
- Add base/grading costs into additional costs if not in your per-sq-ft rate.
- Is sealing included?
- No. Sealing/maintenance not included; add to additional costs if desired.
- Irregular shapes?
- This assumes rectangular area; approximate or adjust dimensions to reflect irregular shapes.
- Is this a contractor quote?
- No. It’s a budget estimate. Get contractor quotes for exact pricing.
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Budgetary estimate only. Actual driveway costs vary by region, thickness, base prep, and conditions. Get professional quotes for accuracy.