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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.

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.

Driveway cost in Maryland: FAQ

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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