Asphalt prices in District of Columbia

Asphalt in District of Columbia typically costs $111–$222 per ton in 2026 — 10.8% above the U.S. range of $100–$200. District of Columbia ranks 2 of 51 from most to least expensive.

Residential driveways: 2–3 in. Commercial lots: 3–4 in or more.
lb/ft³
%

Asphalt needed

11.4 tons

  • Volume5.83 yd³
  • Area600 ft²
  • Hot-mix material cost$1,265–$2,530

Estimates only. Round up when you order, and confirm structural details with your local building code.

Typical asphalt costs in District of Columbia

ItemDC typical range
Hot-mix asphalt, per ton (material)$111–$222
Installed driveway, per ft²$5.54–$13.30
1-car driveway 50 × 12 ft (600 ft²), installed$3,324–$7,978
2-car driveway 24 × 24 ft (576 ft²), installed$3,191–$7,659
Asphalt for 600 ft² at 3 in (≈10.9 t), material only$1,208–$2,416
Sealcoating, per ft²$1.11–$2.22
Sealcoating a 600 ft² driveway$665–$1,330

District of Columbia vs. neighboring states

StateTypical per tonvs. U.S.
Virginia$101–$201+0.7%
Maryland$104–$208+4.0%
District of Columbia$111–$222+10.8%

The lowest typical prices among District of Columbia and its neighbors are in Virginia. If you live near the state line, a supplier across the border may be worth a quote — but delivery distance usually decides the final price.

What affects the price

Asphalt prices follow crude-oil prices because the binder is a petroleum product. Small residential jobs cost more per square foot because crews and equipment have a fixed mobilization cost.

The numbers on this page are estimates for planning. They take a national 2026 price range and scale it by District of Columbia's overall price level (110.8 against a U.S. average of 100). Prices within the state can differ a lot between a metro area and a rural county.

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