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Missouri driveway estimate

Driveway Cost in Missouri (2026)

Paving a driveway in Missouri runs roughly 10% 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 Missouri

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

$3k – $8k
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 – $8k
Most likely
$5,535
  • 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.
  • City permits are common; county road entrances need approval.

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

What drives driveway cost in Missouri

Missouri's mixed climate works both ends of the damage spectrum: enough freeze-thaw to demand a real base and air-entrained concrete, plus summers hot enough to stress asphalt. Concrete carries the residential market in Kansas City and St. Louis. Expansive clays — especially on the Kansas City side — move under slabs, so base prep and joint spacing matter more than finish choices. Labor runs about 10 percent below the national average, making Missouri one of the cheaper states for flatwork.

Estimate your driveway in Missouri

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
$3,285–$8,325
Concrete · 4 in
Low $3kMost likely ~$5,535High $8k

$3k – $8k · $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 – $8k
Most likely
$5,535
  • 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.
  • City permits are common; county road entrances need approval.

Compare materials

Asphalt
$3k – $7k
ConcreteSelected
$3k – $8k
Pavers
$5k – $16k
Gravel
$585 – $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 Missouri?
A typical 600 sq ft (20 × 30 ft) two-car concrete driveway in Missouri runs about $3k – $8k installed, with labor roughly 10% below the national average.
Is asphalt cheaper than concrete in Missouri?
Yes, up front: the same 600 sq ft driveway in asphalt runs about $3k – $7k versus $3k – $8k in concrete — though concrete typically lasts longer with less resealing.
Do I need a permit for a driveway in Missouri?
City permits are common; county road entrances need approval.

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