Paver Cost Calculator — Estimate Patio & Walkway Budget
Estimate total paver project cost including pavers, sand base, and gravel. Covers concrete, clay, and natural stone pavers with average U.S. prices.
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Polymeric sand joints: 1/4 in typical
Use 10% for simple shapes, 15% for cuts
Results
Pavers Needed
264pavers
Total Area
120sq ft
Sand Base (50 lb bags)
12bags
1-inch bedding layer
Gravel Base
1.5tons
4-inch compacted gravel base
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Paver project costs have two components that are easy to overlook: the pavers themselves are often the smallest line item. The base preparation — compacted gravel, bedding sand, edge restraint, and joint sand — commonly equals or exceeds the paver cost for larger patios and driveways.
Use the Paver Calculator below to get accurate quantities for pavers, base aggregate, and sand. Then apply the current pricing in the formula section to produce a complete material cost estimate before requesting contractor quotes.
How to Estimate Paver Project Material Cost
Total material cost = (Paver sq ft × paver price/sq ft) + (Base volume × gravel price) + (Sand volume × sand price) + (Perimeter lf × edge restraint price/lf).
Paver Material Cost Reference
- Concrete pavers: $2–$5/sq ft
- Clay brick pavers: $3–$7/sq ft
- Natural stone pavers: $6–$20/sq ft
- Compacted gravel base: $1.50–$3/sq ft
- Bedding sand: $0.50–$1/sq ft
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do pavers cost per square foot?
Concrete pavers cost $2–$5 per square foot for materials. Clay brick pavers run $3–$7/sq ft. Natural stone (bluestone, travertine) ranges from $6–$20/sq ft. These are material-only prices — base, sand, and labor add $5–$15/sq ft installed.
What is included in paver project cost beyond the pavers?
A complete paver installation requires: 4–6 inches of compacted gravel base ($1.50–$3/sq ft), 1 inch of bedding sand ($0.50–$1/sq ft), edge restraint ($1–$2/lf of perimeter), and polymeric joint sand ($0.50–$1/sq ft). Materials total typically $5–$10/sq ft before labor.
How much does a 10×10 paver patio cost in materials?
A 10×10 ft patio (100 sq ft) typically costs $400–$800 in materials: $200–$500 in pavers, $100–$200 in gravel base, $50–$100 in bedding sand, and $50–$100 in edge restraint and joint sand. Labor adds $500–$1,500 for a contractor installation.
Are large-format pavers more expensive than small ones?
Per unit, yes. A 12×12 concrete paver runs $1.50–$3.00 each versus $0.50–$1.00 for a 4×8 brick paver. But large-format pavers cover more area per unit, so the per-square-foot cost is often similar or lower once you account for fewer pieces and less joint sand.
How much does paver installation add to the cost?
Professional paver installation adds $8–$20 per square foot in labor, depending on pattern complexity, site access, and region. Simple 90-degree running bond patterns cost less than herringbone or fan patterns that require more cuts.
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