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District of Columbia driveway estimate

Driveway Cost in District of Columbia (2026)

Paving a driveway in District of Columbia runs roughly 30% above the national average on installed labor, which we apply to the per-square-foot rate for every material. Last updated July 6, 2026.

A typical two-car concrete driveway in District of Columbia

600 sq ft (20 × 30 ft), 4 in broom-finish slab, flat lot, new build — a clean baseline before you customize.

$5k – $12k
Input completenesshigh

Based on the model's answered input checks, including defaults. This is not verified price accuracy or a statistical confidence level.

Material takeoff

Concrete (with waste)
8 yd³
Form boards
100 lf
Gravel base course
10 tons

Cost breakdown

concrete surface (installed)
$4k – $9k
Permit allowance
$50 – $250
Total
$5k – $12k
Model estimate
$7,995
  • Rate assumes a 4 in concrete section on a standard base; your 4 in depth scales the material share.
  • Contractors typically cut control joints every 8–12 ft on concrete, depending on slab shape and local practice.
  • Curb cuts and work in the public right-of-way need a District of Columbia public-space permit; parking-pad and flatwork rules are strict.

Where these numbers come from: installed-price surveys + regional references, updated July 6, 2026 — see our methodology.

What drives driveway cost in District of Columbia

District driveways are parking pads, alley aprons, and permeable-surface math: public-space permitting is famously strict, impervious cover affects stormwater fees, and many projects go through review suburban homeowners never see. Pavers and permeable systems fit both the rowhouse aesthetic and the District's stormwater incentives. The 24-inch frost line requires a modest base. Labor costs about 30 percent more than the national norm, and tight alley access adds handling cost to every yard of material.

Estimate your driveway in District of Columbia

Driveway details

Street to garage, in feet.

A two-car drive is ~20 ft.

Thicker sections cost more but carry more load.

Anything but a new build adds removal and disposal.

Estimated total
$4,745–$12,025
Concrete · 4 in
Low $5kMost likely ~$7,995High $12k

$5k – $12k · $13 per square foot (/sq ft)

Input completenesshigh

Based on the model's answered input checks, including defaults. This is not verified price accuracy or a statistical confidence level.

Material takeoff

Concrete (with waste)
8 yd³
Form boards
100 lf
Gravel base course
10 tons

Cost breakdown

concrete surface (installed)
$4k – $9k
Permit allowance
$50 – $250
Total
$5k – $12k
Model estimate
$7,995
  • Rate assumes a 4 in concrete section on a standard base; your 4 in depth scales the material share.
  • Contractors typically cut control joints every 8–12 ft on concrete, depending on slab shape and local practice.
  • Curb cuts and work in the public right-of-way need a District of Columbia public-space permit; parking-pad and flatwork rules are strict.

Compare materials

Asphalt
$4k – $10k
ConcreteSelected
$5k – $12k
Pavers
$8k – $24k
Gravel
$845 – $3k

Each material at its typical depth, same size, site, and state.

iBallpark estimate for planning, not a bid. Assumes a rectangular pad on a standard base; soft soils, drainage work, and curb-cut/apron rules are the usual extras. Get 3 local quotes before signing.

Site data & assumptions: U.S. EIA · OpenEI URDB · Google Solar · NREL PVWatts · DSIRE · IRS · ENERGY STAR · Ballpark Lab model assumptions — see all sources

Frequently asked questions

How much does a driveway cost in District of Columbia?
A typical 600 sq ft (20 × 30 ft) two-car concrete driveway in District of Columbia runs about $5k – $12k installed, with labor roughly 30% above the national average.
Is asphalt cheaper than concrete in District of Columbia?
Yes, up front: the same 600 sq ft driveway in asphalt runs about $4k – $10k versus $5k – $12k in concrete — though concrete typically lasts longer with less resealing.
Do I need a permit for a driveway in District of Columbia?
Curb cuts and work in the public right-of-way need a District of Columbia public-space permit; parking-pad and flatwork rules are strict.

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