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Driveway Cost in Indiana (2026)

Paving a driveway in Indiana runs roughly 8% below 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 Indiana

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

$3k – $9k
Confidencehigh

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
$3k – $9k
Most likely
$5,658
  • 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.
  • County driveway permits are standard outside city limits.

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

What drives driveway cost in Indiana

Indiana leans concrete, as much of the Midwest does, with asphalt competitive on longer drives. The 32-inch frost line requires an honest compacted base, and winter salting is the main threat to a concrete finish — an air-entrained mix and a sealed, salt-free first winter are standard advice. Labor prices about 8 percent below the national average, keeping plain broom-finish concrete one of the better values in the country. Outside city limits, the county driveway permit is the standard step.

Estimate your driveway in Indiana

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
$3,358–$8,510
Concrete · 4 in
Low $3kMost likely ~$5,658High $9k

$3k – $9k · $9 per square foot (/sq ft)

Confidencehigh

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
$3k – $9k
Most likely
$5,658
  • 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.
  • County driveway permits are standard outside city limits.

Compare materials

Asphalt
$3k – $7k
ConcreteSelected
$3k – $9k
Pavers
$6k – $17k
Gravel
$598 – $2k

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.

Data: U.S. EIA · OpenEI URDB · Google Solar · NREL PVWatts · DSIRE · IRS · ENERGY STAR · industry surveys — see all sources

Frequently asked questions

How much does a driveway cost in Indiana?
A typical 600 sq ft (20 × 30 ft) two-car concrete driveway in Indiana runs about $3k – $9k installed, with labor roughly 8% below the national average.
Is asphalt cheaper than concrete in Indiana?
Yes, up front: the same 600 sq ft driveway in asphalt runs about $3k – $7k versus $3k – $9k in concrete — though concrete typically lasts longer with less resealing.
Do I need a permit for a driveway in Indiana?
County driveway permits are standard outside city limits.

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