Quick Answer

Driveway Paving Cost in Atlanta (2026)

Average cost in Atlanta

US$4,819avg

US$1,200 — US$12,700

US$5 — US$10 per sq ft

+2.4% YoY
6 sources
Updated today
Metro Atlanta

Cost Breakdown

Itemized
Labor

Skilled installation and grading

US$1,200 — US$6,100

48%

Materials

Asphalt, concrete, or pavers

US$800 — US$4,000

32%

Site Preparation

Excavation and base leveling

US$300 — US$1,500

12%

Permits & Admin

City of Atlanta filing and tech fees

US$175 — US$500

4%

Waste & Disposal

Hauling and recycling old materials

US$100 — US$600

4%

🧾Sales Tax (4%) — Georgia
Base cost + $193 tax$5,012

Sales Tax at 4%

📋What's Included

Scope

Typically Includes

  • Old surface removal
  • Gravel base preparation
  • Asphalt or concrete paving
  • Grading & compaction
  • Labor

Typically Excludes

  • Heated driveway systems
  • Decorative stamping or staining
  • Retaining walls
  • Drainage systems
  • Sealing (first year)

Based on a standard 2-car driveway (400-600 sq ft) with asphalt.

🧮Estimate Your Cost

Interactive

Estimated Cost

US$4,916

US$3,933 — US$5,899

Based on 6 sources and market data for Atlanta. Actual costs may vary depending on specific project requirements.

🏢Top Driveway Contractors in Atlanta

Verified providers
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Peach State Paving, Striping & Sealcoating Atlanta

6473 Roswell Rd, Atlanta, GA 30328, USA

5.0
★★★★★

52 reviews

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PKS Paving

1340 N County Line Rd, Lithia Springs, GA 30122, USA

4.9
★★★★½

44 reviews

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ACE Paving & Maintenance

3465 Francis Rd, Alpharetta, GA 30004, USA

4.9
★★★★½

42 reviews

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Driveway Plus of Atlanta LLC

2862 Buford Hwy, Duluth, GA 30096, USA

4.8
★★★★½

253 reviews

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Rose Paving

4698 S Old Peachtree Rd, Norcross, GA 30071, USA

4.7
★★★★½

84 reviews

Provider data sourced from public business directories. Ratings and reviews are public and may change. LookupCost is not affiliated with listed providers.

💬What People Actually Paid

Community

Common Questions

In 2026, homeowners in Atlanta typically pay between $5 and $10 per square foot for standard driveway paving, though high-end materials like cobblestone can reach $50 per square foot.

The City of Atlanta requires a minimum permit fee of $150 plus a $25 technology fee, totaling $175. For larger projects, fees are often calculated at $5 per $1,000 of construction value.

Asphalt is cheaper upfront at $3 to $8 per square foot, but concrete ($5 to $10 per square foot) is often preferred in Atlanta's heat as it stays cooler and lasts 50+ years compared to asphalt's 15-30 year lifespan.

A professionally paved driveway can increase an Atlanta home's resale value by $3,000 to $10,000, typically recouping 50% to 80% of the initial project cost.

📊Our Methodology

How we collect data
1

Aggregated from 6+ verified web sources and cost databases

2

Licensed contractor estimates and regional cost guides

3

Government construction and labor statistics

4

Community-reported project costs and reviews

Last data collection: today. Updates run weekly. All costs in USD.