Gravel prices in District of Columbia

Gravel in District of Columbia typically costs $11–$55 per ton in 2026 — 10.8% above the U.S. range of $10–$50. District of Columbia ranks 2 of 51 from most to least expensive.

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Cubic yards

1.94 yd³

  • Tons2.72 short tons
  • Cubic feet52.5 ft³
  • Cubic meters1.49 m³
  • Area covered200 ft²
  • Estimated material cost$30–$151

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

Typical gravel costs in District of Columbia

ItemDC typical range
Gravel, per ton (material)$11–$55
Gravel, per cubic yard (material)$17–$83
Delivery, per ton$11–$28
Path 30 × 3 ft, 3 in deep (≈1.2 t)$13–$66
Patio base 12 × 12 ft, 4 in (≈2.5 t)$28–$139
Driveway 50 × 12 ft, 4 in top-up (≈10.4 t)$115–$576
Pea gravel, per ton$31–$50
Crusher run, per ton$27–$38
River rock, per ton$37–$54
Crushed limestone, per ton$33–$42
Road base, per ton$20–$33

District of Columbia vs. neighboring states

StateTypical per tonvs. U.S.
Virginia$10–$50+0.7%
Maryland$10–$52+4.0%
District of Columbia$11–$55+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

Gravel is cheap to produce and expensive to move, so the distance from the quarry often matters more than the stone itself. Decorative stone and washed, screened products cost more than crusher run and road base.

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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