Asphalt Calculator
Tons of asphalt for a driveway.
Enter your values
Enter the length in ft.
Enter the width in ft.
Enter the thickness in inches.
Enter the price per ton in $.
Results update instantly as you type — no submit needed. Your values are remembered on this device, and the shareable link reopens the calculator with exactly these numbers.
- Asphalt needed
- 13.05 tons
- With 5% waste
- 13.7 tons
- Volume
- 180 cubic feet
- Estimated cost
- $1,712.81
- Area covered
- 720 sq ft
Quick answer
Asphalt weighs about 145 lb per cubic foot, so tonnage depends on area and compacted thickness.
Tons = area × thickness(ft) × 145 ÷ 2000
At a glance
| What it does | Tons of asphalt for a driveway. |
|---|---|
| Category | Home & DIY |
| Inputs needed | Length, Width, Thickness, Price per ton |
| Main output | Asphalt needed |
| Formula | Tons = area × thickness(ft) × 145 ÷ 2000 |
| Cost | Free — no sign-up, no download |
How to use the Asphalt Calculator
- 1Measure the length and width of the area.
- 2Choose a compacted thickness (2–4 inches typical).
- 3Enter your local price per ton.
Inputs explained
- Length(ft)
- Enter the length in ft.
- Width(ft)
- Enter the width in ft.
- Thickness(inches)
- Enter the thickness in inches.
- Price per ton($)
- Enter the price per ton in $.
Worked example
Using the values the calculator loads with:
Inputs
- Length60 ft
- Width12 ft
- Thickness3 inches
- Price per ton125 $
Results
- Asphalt needed13.05 tons
- With 5% waste13.7 tons
- Volume180 cubic feet
- Estimated cost$1,712.81
- Area covered720 sq ft
Frequently asked questions
How thick should a driveway be?
2–3 inches of asphalt over a 4–8 inch gravel base for residential use.
Does asphalt shrink when compacted?
Yes — order by compacted thickness, suppliers allow for it.
What do I need to enter into the Asphalt Calculator?
Just 4 values: length, width, thickness, price per ton. Every field starts with a realistic example, so you can change one number at a time and watch the result update instantly.
How does the Asphalt Calculator work out the answer?
Asphalt weighs about 145 lb per cubic foot, so tonnage depends on area and compacted thickness. It applies the formula Tons = area × thickness(ft) × 145 ÷ 2000 and shows the working so you can check each step by hand.
Is the Asphalt Calculator free, and do I need an account?
It is completely free with no sign-up, no download and no usage limit. Everything is calculated in your browser, so the numbers you type never leave your device.
Results are estimates for general information. For medical, legal, structural or financial decisions, confirm with a qualified professional.