Asphalt Cost Calculator — Material + Installation ($)
Beyond tonnage: this calculator estimates total project cost by combining material and installation components.
Cost Components — US Project (2026)
| Component | Typical Range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| HMA delivered | $100–$200 / ton | varies by region |
| Labour and equipment | 30–50 % of material | regional |
| Aggregate base | $1.50–$3 / sq ft | by depth |
| Site prep | $1–$3 / sq ft | soil conditions |
| Mobilization (flat) | $500–$1,500 | project size |
| Transport (long haul) | $5–$15 / ton | plant distance |
Sample: 500 sq ft Residential Driveway, 2 in HMA
- HMA tonnage: 6.0 tons (with 10% buffer: 6.6 tons)
- HMA material: 6.6 × $130 = $858
- Aggregate base (6 in): 500 × $2.25 = $1,125
- Labour and equipment: 35% of material = $300
- Site prep: 500 × $2 = $1,000
- Mobilization: $750
- Total estimate: $4,033 (~$8.07/sq ft)