Asphalt Calculator
Calculate tons of hot-mix asphalt for a driveway or lot from area and compacted depth, with material cost.
Every figure below is labelled in the currency you pick. Amounts are not converted — enter values in the same currency.
Depth is the decision that matters
A residential driveway typically needs 2–3 inches of compacted asphalt over a 4–8 inch compacted aggregate base. Anything carrying trucks wants 4 inches or more. Skimping on the base to spend more on the surface is the most common and most expensive mistake in a driveway job: asphalt is flexible pavement, and it fails from below.
How to use the Asphalt Calculator
- Fill in each field with your own figures — the defaults are only there as an example.
- The result updates as you type, so there is no button to press.
- Check the breakdown under the main result for the supporting numbers.
- Use the copy button to take the result with you, or share the link to reload the same inputs.
Asphalt Calculator — frequently asked questions
Is this asphalt calculator free to use?
Yes. Every calculator on the site is free, needs no sign-up, and runs entirely in your browser, so your figures never leave your device.
How accurate is the result?
The maths is exact for the formula shown on the page. Accuracy in the real world depends on your inputs and on assumptions the formula cannot see, so treat the output as a well-grounded estimate rather than a quote.
Can I use it on my phone?
Yes. The page is responsive, weighs a few kilobytes and works offline once loaded, so it behaves the same on a phone as on a desktop.
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About this calculator
Written and reviewed by The Samsung Calculator editorial team. Every calculator is written against a published formula, reviewed against at least one independent reference implementation, and dated when it changes.
Last reviewed August 15, 2026 · Calculation runs client-side · No data collected · Report an error