Does slab thickness matter?

Yes. Thicker slabs/rebar cost 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.

No. Sealing/maintenance not included; add to additional costs if desired.

This assumes a rectangle; 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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Concrete Driveway Cost Calculator

Estimate concrete driveway cost using dimensions, cost per sq ft, tear-out cost, and extras.

Results

Area (sq ft): 720.00
Paving cost: $7,200
Tear-out cost: $1,080
Total estimated cost: $8,680

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 = Area × $/sq ft. Tear-out = 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 concrete 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 slabs or reinforcement may cost more; raise cost per sq ft to reflect complexity.
Include drainage/grading in additional costs if needed.
Simplified; does not model thickness/rebar specifics or complex layouts.
Does not include sealing or long-term maintenance.
Assumes uniform width/length; irregular shapes not modeled.

Worked examples

60 ft × 12 ft, $10/sq ft, $1.5 tear-out, $400 extras

Area = 720 sq ft
Paving ≈ $7,200
Tear-out ≈ $1,080
Total ≈ $8,680

80 ft × 10 ft, $9.5/sq ft, $1.25 tear-out, $500 extras

Area = 800 sq ft
Paving ≈ $7,600
Tear-out ≈ $1,000
Total ≈ $9,100

Deep dive

Estimate concrete 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 concrete driveway projects.

FAQs

Does slab thickness matter?: Yes. Thicker slabs/rebar cost 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 a rectangle; 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, reinforcement, base prep, and conditions. Get professional quotes for accuracy.