Driveway Paving Cost in Los Angeles (2026)
Average cost in Los Angeles
$4,000 – $25,000
$8 – $25 per sq ft
In Los Angeles, the average is $9,051 and most projects cost between $4,000 and $25,000, or about $8 – $25 per sq ft. Prices are before tax and based on 9 sources.
Cost Breakdown
ItemizedAsphalt, concrete, or pavers and base rock
45%
Installation, grading, and finishing
35%
Removal of old driveway and excavation
12%
City A-Permit, DOT sign-off, and inspections
8%
Sales Tax at 7.25%
📋What's Included
ScopeTypically 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 project
LiveYour estimate in Los Angeles
Likely range $4,073 – $19,912
- Materials45%$4,073
- Labor35%$3,168
- Site Prep & Demolition12%$1,086
- Permits & Fees8%$724
Gravel
$4,952
Asphalt
$9,051
Concrete
$13,149
Interlocking pavers
$21,346
Calibrated to 9 researched sources for Los Angeles. Before tax. Real quotes vary with site conditions.
📈Price Momentum
Year-over-year~1 year ago
$8,498
Today
$9,051
Driveway Paving in Los Angeles is ↑ 6.5% compared to roughly a year ago — about $552 more on the average project.
Comparison derived from the year-over-year change rate, not a month-by-month price index. We don't store historical snapshots yet — when we do, this will become a real time series.
🏢Top Driveway Contractors in Los Angeles
Verified providersBay Cities Paving Inc
931 Mahar Avenue, 1314 North Avalon Boulevard Ste A, Wilmington, CA 90744, USA
28 reviews
Bay Pros Paving Los Angeles
831 Venice Blvd. #105, Los Angeles, CA 90015, USA
17 reviews
Pacific Pavingstone
8309 Tujunga Ave #101, Sun Valley, CA 91352, USA
79 reviews
Titan Pavers Los Angeles - Paver Installation
425 S Fairfax Ave #309, Los Angeles, CA 90036, USA
69 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
A standard residential driveway project typically requires a Class 'A' Permit starting at $322.50, plus a LADOT Driveway Permit Sign-Off fee of approximately $810. Total permit and inspection costs generally range from $1,100 to $1,500 depending on the complexity and curb cut requirements.
In 2026, asphalt driveways in Los Angeles cost between $7 and $13 per sq ft, while standard concrete ranges from $8 to $16 per sq ft. Decorative or stamped concrete can increase costs to $20+ per sq ft.
Paver driveways are a premium option, typically costing between $15 and $30 per sq ft installed. For a standard 500 sq ft two-car driveway, this results in a total project cost of $7,500 to $15,000, though high-end porcelain or natural stone pavers can exceed $25,000.
Asphalt installations are the fastest, usually taking 1-2 days for paving. Concrete and paver projects typically require 3-7 working days for site prep and installation. However, concrete requires a 7-28 day curing period before it can support heavy vehicle traffic.
📊Our Methodology
How we collect dataAggregated from 5+ verified web sources and cost databases
Licensed contractor estimates and regional cost guides
Government construction and labor statistics
Community-reported project costs and reviews
Last data collection: 1 months ago. Updates run weekly. All costs in USD.
About this data
Cost figures are estimates synthesized from public market data using AI research and refreshed regularly. Real project costs vary by scope, materials, contractor, and site conditions. Always get verified quotes from licensed contractors for your specific project.
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