Free Tool · 2026 Maryland Pricing
Price a new or replacement driveway in nine quick steps. Compare asphalt, concrete, stamped concrete, exposed aggregate, pavers, brick, permeable pavers, cobblestone, and gravel, then adjust for your driveway's size and layout, demolition, slope, apron permits, and labor rates in your part of Maryland.
The surface sets most of the price. Each rate includes excavation, a compacted stone base, and finishing.
Curves, loops, and turnarounds add forming, cutting, and paved area.
Measure from the garage or parking spot to the street. A one-car driveway is 10–12 ft wide; two cars need 18–24 ft.
Paved area: 800 sq ft
Tearing out an old driveway is priced by the square foot, including disposal fees.
Much of central Maryland sits on clay that heaves when it freezes. Soft soil and slopes need a deeper base and a plan for water — see our drainage solutions.
Heavier vehicles need a thicker section and a deeper base so the driveway doesn't crack or rut.
The apron is the strip between your property and the road. It sits in the public right-of-way, so the county (or MDOT SHA on a state road) usually requires a permit and sets how it's built.
Options that don't suit the material you picked are greyed out.
Materials cost about the same statewide. Labor, hauling, and access don't.
In 2026 most Maryland homeowners pay $7–12 per sq ft for an asphalt driveway, $10–16 per sq ft for broom-finish concrete, and $22–32 per sq ft for interlocking pavers, installed. For a typical two-car driveway (20 × 40 ft, 800 sq ft) on a flat lot in Montgomery County, that works out to about $6,300–$10,700 in asphalt, $8,500–$13,500 in concrete, and $18,000–$26,200 in pavers.
Tearing out an old driveway, building up a slope, replacing the apron at the street, and adding borders or a trench drain all add to that. Prices also shift across the state: crews in Bethesda and Potomac often cost more than in Frederick or Southern Maryland. The calculator above prices each of these separately so you can see exactly where your budget goes.
Installed prices per square foot, including excavation and a compacted stone base, at Montgomery County labor rates.
$7–12 per sq ft · lasts 15–20 years
Hot-mix asphalt rolled over a compacted stone base. It is the cheapest paved driveway in Maryland and is flexible enough to ride out freeze-thaw cycles, but it needs regular sealcoating and crack filling to reach its full lifespan.
$3–6 per sq ft · lasts Indefinite with top-ups
Crushed stone (often CR-6 base with a clean-stone top layer) over geotextile fabric. It drains well and costs the least to build, but it ruts, migrates into the lawn, and is hard to plow — common on long rural drives in Frederick, Carroll, and Southern Maryland.
$10–16 per sq ft · lasts 30+ years
A reinforced slab with a slip-resistant broom texture and saw-cut control joints. It is the most common driveway we build in Montgomery County: mid-priced, low maintenance, and good for 30 years or more on a properly compacted base.
$14–22 per sq ft · lasts 30+ years
Concrete whose top paste is washed away while it cures to reveal the stone inside. It looks upscale, hides stains and hairline cracks, and offers great traction, for roughly $4–6 more per square foot than broom finish.
$16–26 per sq ft · lasts 25–30 years
Concrete pressed with textured mats while it is still plastic, then colored and sealed to imitate slate, brick, or cobblestone. It costs less than real pavers, but it has to be resealed every 2–3 years and cracks cannot be fixed by swapping a single piece.
$22–32 per sq ft · lasts 30–50 years
Concrete pavers laid on a deep compacted base with edge restraints and polymeric sand joints. Because each paver can move slightly, they handle freeze-thaw without cracking, and repairs blend in invisibly. Vehicle-rated 80 mm pavers are the right choice for heavy loads.
$26–38 per sq ft · lasts 50+ years
Fired-clay brick pavers in herringbone or basketweave patterns. The color runs all the way through and will not fade, so brick fits historic homes and looks better with age. It costs more than concrete pavers and needs a skilled layout around curves.
$28–40 per sq ft · lasts 30–50 years
Pavers with wide joints filled with small clean stone over a deep open-graded stone reservoir, so rain soaks in instead of running off. They cost more because of the deeper base, but they reduce runoff, puddling, and ice, and can count toward county stormwater programs.
$32–55 per sq ft · lasts 75+ years
Granite cobbles or Belgian block set on a stone base or in mortar over concrete. It is the most durable driveway there is and the most expensive, and it is often used just for the apron, a border, or a motor court to get the look for less.
New driveway on a flat lot with no demolition, Montgomery County labor. One-car is 10 × 40 ft (400 sq ft); two-car is 20 × 40 ft (800 sq ft).
| Material | Per sq ft | One-car | Two-car | Lifespan | Upkeep |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asphalt | $7–12 | $3,500–$5,900 | $6,300–$10,700 | 15–20 years | Sealcoat every 2–3 years |
| Gravel | $3–6 | $1,500–$2,900 | $2,700–$5,300 | Indefinite with top-ups | Regrade & top up every 2–4 years |
| Broom-finish concrete | $10–16 | $4,500–$7,100 | $8,500–$13,500 | 30+ years | Seal every 2–3 years |
| Exposed aggregate | $14–22 | $6,100–$9,500 | $11,700–$18,300 | 30+ years | Seal every 2–3 years |
| Stamped concrete | $16–26 | $6,900–$11,100 | $13,300–$21,500 | 25–30 years | Reseal every 2–3 years |
| Interlocking pavers | $22–32 | $9,200–$13,400 | $18,000–$26,200 | 30–50 years | Re-sand joints every 3–5 years |
| Clay brick pavers | $26–38 | $10,800–$15,800 | $21,200–$31,000 | 50+ years | Re-sand joints every 3–5 years |
| Permeable pavers | $28–40 | $11,600–$16,600 | $22,800–$32,600 | 30–50 years | Vacuum joints every 1–2 years |
| Cobblestone / natural stone | $32–55 | $13,200–$22,600 | $26,000–$44,600 | 75+ years | Minimal; re-set stones as needed |
SiteDoctorMD builds concrete, stamped, exposed-aggregate, and paver driveways. Asphalt and gravel are priced here so you can compare every option.
Much of central Maryland sits on clay that holds water and heaves when it freezes. A driveway that lasts needs the soft soil dug out, geotextile fabric, and a thick compacted stone base. Skimping on the base is the most common reason Maryland driveways crack or rut within a few winters.
Removing an old driveway adds about $1–5 per square foot, depending on the material and whether the concrete has rebar. Disposal fees are part of that, and a long, narrow drive can take more truck trips than its square footage suggests.
Sloped lots need more grading, a deeper base, and a plan for where water goes, often a trench drain at the garage or a swale beside the drive. Tight lots in older neighborhoods may need smaller equipment and more hand work.
The apron between your lot and the road sits in the public right-of-way. Counties typically require a permit and their own construction standard for apron work, and entrances onto state roads need an access permit from MDOT SHA. Projects in historic districts can also need design review.
Adding paved area increases runoff. Some counties base stormwater fees on a property's impervious area, and large projects can trigger sediment-control permits. Permeable pavers let water soak in and may qualify for local stormwater incentives, so check with your county before you build.
Materials cost about the same statewide, but labor does not. Crews in Bethesda, Potomac, and Chevy Chase typically charge more than those in Frederick, Southern Maryland, or the Eastern Shore. The calculator adjusts the labor share of each line item for your region.
Straight answers about driveway costs, permits, and materials in Maryland.
In 2026 a new Maryland driveway typically costs $3–6 per sq ft for gravel, $7–12 per sq ft for asphalt, $10–16 per sq ft for broom-finish concrete, $16–26 per sq ft for stamped concrete, and $22–32 per sq ft for interlocking pavers, installed. A typical two-car driveway (20 × 40 ft) in Montgomery County runs about $6,300–$10,700 in asphalt, $8,500–$13,500 in concrete, and $18,000–$26,200 in pavers. Demolition, slope work, apron replacement, and add-ons are extra.
Asphalt is cheaper up front at $7–12 per sq ft versus $10–16 per sq ft for concrete. Concrete lasts longer (30+ years versus 15–20 years for asphalt) and needs less upkeep, while asphalt should be sealcoated every 2–3 years. The right choice usually comes down to looks, budget today, and how long you plan to stay.
Interlocking concrete pavers cost about $22–32 per sq ft installed, clay brick pavers $26–38 per sq ft, permeable pavers $28–40 per sq ft, and granite cobblestone $32–55 per sq ft. A two-car paver driveway (20 × 40 ft) typically runs $18,000–$26,200. Pavers cost more than poured concrete because they need a deeper base, edge restraints, and more labor to lay, but individual pavers can be replaced if one cracks or stains.
It depends on your county and the scope. Work on the apron or curb cut in a county road right-of-way generally needs a right-of-way permit (in Montgomery County, from the Department of Permitting Services), and a new entrance onto a state road needs an access permit from MDOT State Highway Administration. Replacing a driveway in the same footprint entirely on your own lot often needs no permit, but large areas of land disturbance can require a sediment-control permit, and homes in historic districts may need a Historic Area Work Permit. HOAs often require approval too. SiteDoctorMD confirms what's required before work starts, and the calculator adds a permit allowance whenever you include apron work.
With a properly built base, expect 15–20 years from asphalt, 30+ years from concrete, 30–50 years from concrete pavers, and 50+ years from clay brick. Maryland's freeze-thaw cycles and road salt are the biggest threats, which is why air-entrained concrete, regular sealing, and good drainage matter so much here.
Most residential driveways take 2–5 days on site, and paver driveways 1–2 weeks. You can usually drive on pavers and gravel right away, and on new asphalt after 2–3 days. Concrete needs at least 7 days before cars and about 28 days before heavy trucks.
Gravel is the least expensive at $3–6 per sq ft installed, followed by asphalt at $7–12 per sq ft. Gravel needs regular top-ups and regrading, is harder to plow, and tracks stone into the garage. Check whether your county or HOA requires a paved apron where the driveway meets the road.
Permeable pavers cost more ($28–40 per sq ft) because they sit on a deep stone reservoir that lets rain soak into the ground. In return they cut runoff and puddles, reduce ice buildup, and can help on lots with drainage problems. Some Maryland counties run stormwater programs, such as Montgomery County's RainScapes, that have offered incentives for permeable surfaces, so check current eligibility before you build.
Removal and haul-off usually cost $1–2 per square foot for gravel, $2–4 for asphalt or pavers, and $2–5 for concrete, with reinforced concrete at the higher end. For an 800 sq ft two-car driveway, that typically means about $800–4,000 before the new driveway goes in.
Usually only for steep driveways. A snow-melt system adds about $12–25 per square foot plus a dedicated electrical circuit or boiler, and it costs money to run during storms. Maryland gets moderate snowfall, so most homeowners rely on plowing and a well-drained, properly sloped surface. On a steep drive, though, heating just the tire tracks can be a smart safety upgrade.
Reinforced, air-entrained concrete driveways on a properly compacted base.
Interlocking concrete, brick, and cobblestone pavers built for vehicle loads.
Slate, brick, and cobble patterns pressed into poured concrete.
Not ready to replace? Crack repair, leveling, and resurfacing.
Clean concrete edges along driveways and planting beds.
Trench drains, French drains, and grading that keep water off the drive.
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We measure the driveway, check the soil, grade, and drainage, and confirm permit needs with the county before we price it. Every estimate is free, itemized, and backed by our 1-year workmanship warranty.