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Maryland driveway estimate

Driveway Cost in Maryland (2026)

Paving a driveway in Maryland runs roughly 15% 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 Maryland

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

$4k – $11k
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
$4k – $11k
Most likely
$7,072
  • 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 right-of-way permits apply; impervious-area limits in some jurisdictions.

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

What drives driveway cost in Maryland

Maryland driveways price above the national average on labor, with the DC and Baltimore suburbs at the top of the range. The 30-inch frost line and occasional-but-real salting seasons mean base prep and air-entrained concrete still matter, though winters are milder than the Northeast's. The distinctive constraint is the Chesapeake: stormwater and impervious-area rules in many jurisdictions cap paved footprint or require mitigation, which can steer projects toward permeable pavers. County right-of-way permits cover apron work.

Estimate your driveway in Maryland

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
$4,198–$10,638
Concrete · 4 in
Low $4kMost likely ~$7,072High $11k

$4k – $11k · $12 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
$4k – $11k
Most likely
$7,072
  • 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 right-of-way permits apply; impervious-area limits in some jurisdictions.

Compare materials

Asphalt
$4k – $9k
ConcreteSelected
$4k – $11k
Pavers
$7k – $21k
Gravel
$747 – $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.

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 Maryland?
A typical 600 sq ft (20 × 30 ft) two-car concrete driveway in Maryland runs about $4k – $11k installed, with labor roughly 15% above the national average.
Is asphalt cheaper than concrete in Maryland?
Yes, up front: the same 600 sq ft driveway in asphalt runs about $4k – $9k versus $4k – $11k in concrete — though concrete typically lasts longer with less resealing.
Do I need a permit for a driveway in Maryland?
County right-of-way permits apply; impervious-area limits in some jurisdictions.

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