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Mississippi driveway estimate

Driveway Cost in Mississippi (2026)

Paving a driveway in Mississippi runs roughly 13% 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 Mississippi

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

$3k – $8k
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
$3k – $8k
Model estimate
$5,351
  • 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.
  • A new curb cut or apron in the public right-of-way needs Mississippi/municipal approval, and flatwork permits and HOA paving rules vary by town.

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

What drives driveway cost in Mississippi

Mississippi flatwork is among the cheapest in the country on labor — about 13 percent under the national average — and the climate asks little: no frost design, no salt. What it does demand is respect for wet clay subgrades, which pump and rut under load; a compacted stone base keeps concrete from cracking early. Summer downpours make crown and drainage worth designing. Gravel remains standard on rural land, and permitting is minimal outside the cities.

Estimate your driveway in Mississippi

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
$3,176–$8,048
Concrete · 4 in
Low $3kMost likely ~$5,351High $8k

$3k – $8k · $9 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
$3k – $8k
Model estimate
$5,351
  • 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.
  • A new curb cut or apron in the public right-of-way needs Mississippi/municipal approval, and flatwork permits and HOA paving rules vary by town.

Compare materials

Asphalt
$3k – $6k
ConcreteSelected
$3k – $8k
Pavers
$5k – $16k
Gravel
$566 – $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.

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 Mississippi?
A typical 600 sq ft (20 × 30 ft) two-car concrete driveway in Mississippi runs about $3k – $8k installed, with labor roughly 13% below the national average.
Is asphalt cheaper than concrete in Mississippi?
Yes, up front: the same 600 sq ft driveway in asphalt runs about $3k – $6k versus $3k – $8k in concrete — though concrete typically lasts longer with less resealing.
Do I need a permit for a driveway in Mississippi?
A new curb cut or apron in the public right-of-way needs Mississippi/municipal approval, and flatwork permits and HOA paving rules vary by town.

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