Asphalt Calculator

Estimate how much hot-mix asphalt you need in tons (and cubic yards) for driveways and parking areas.

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How to calculate asphalt

Volume = Length × Width × Thickness. Divide cubic feet by 27 for cubic yards, then multiply by about 1.95 tons per cubic yard (hot-mix asphalt ≈ 145 lb/cu ft). Asphalt is usually ordered by the ton.

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FAQ

How much asphalt for a driveway?

Area × thickness ÷ 27 × 1.95 tons/cu yd. A 600 sq ft drive at 3 in ≈ 9 tons.

How thick should an asphalt driveway be?

Usually 2–3 inches of compacted hot mix over a gravel base.