Driveway resurfacing cost in 2026
Driveway resurfacing costs $1 to $7 per square foot in 2026, and most people pay about $3.
What moves the price
- The driveway material changes the price, since asphalt, concrete, tar and chip and pavers all cost different amounts.
- The size of the driveway sets most of the total.
- The amount of crack and base repair needed before the new layer goes on can add cost.
- Colored or stamped finishes cost more than plain overlays.
- Where you live changes labor rates, minimum job fees and permit costs.
What is included
The range is per square foot, asphalt. The price per square foot usually covers the materials and the labor to lay the new layer. Repairs, permits and small job minimum fees are often extra. Small jobs may carry a minimum service fee of $100 to $250.
Driveway resurfacing cost per square foot by material
| Material | Cost per square foot |
|---|---|
| Asphalt | $1 to $3 |
| Gravel | $1 to $3 |
| Tar and chip | $2 to $5 |
| Concrete | $3 to $7 |
| Rubber | $8 to $15 |
| Pavers | $10 to $30 |
Average prices in US dollars. Source: HomeGuide.
Asphalt driveway resurfacing cost by size
| Driveway size | Cost range |
|---|---|
| 10 ft x 20 ft (1 car) | $200 to $750 |
| 12 ft x 24 ft (1 car) | $300 to $1,100 |
| 20 ft x 20 ft (2 car) | $400 to $1,500 |
| 24 ft x 24 ft (2 car) | $550 to $2,200 |
| 24 ft x 36 ft (3 car) | $850 to $3,250 |
Average prices in US dollars. Source: HomeGuide.
Why this costs more in 2026
Labor is the biggest part of most home jobs, and skilled trade pay keeps rising. Many materials and parts are imported, and freight went up after the oil shock that began with the Iran war in February 2026. Steel, copper, aluminum and resin all cost more too, so quotes for driveway resurfacing are higher than they were a few years ago.
Ways to pay less
- Fix small cracks early so the driveway only needs a thin overlay and not a full replacement.
- Ask for quotes from several paving crews and compare the price per square foot.
- Pick plain asphalt over colored or stamped finishes if the budget is tight.
What price guides say
We checked 3 price guides and read every number on their pages. They do not all measure the same thing, so the ranges on this page come from putting them side by side.
- HomeGuide: Asphalt Driveway Resurfacing Cost (2026)
- LawnStarter: How Much Does It Cost to Resurface an Asphalt Driveway in 2026?
- HomeAdvisor: How Much Does It Cost to Resurface an Asphalt Driveway? (updated July 2022)
Common questions
How much does this cost in 2026?
Driveway resurfacing costs $1 to $7 per square foot in 2026, and most people pay about $3. Most people pay about $3 per square foot. The low end is $1 and the high end is $7.
What changes the price the most?
The biggest factors are: The driveway material changes the price, since asphalt, concrete, tar and chip and pavers all cost different amounts; The size of the driveway sets most of the total; The amount of crack and base repair needed before the new layer goes on can add cost.
How can I pay less?
Fix small cracks early so the driveway only needs a thin overlay and not a full replacement. Ask for quotes from several paving crews and compare the price per square foot. Pick plain asphalt over colored or stamped finishes if the budget is tight.
Where do these numbers come from?
From 3 named price guides: HomeGuide, LawnStarter, HomeAdvisor. Each one is linked on this page with the date we read it.
Related costs
Compare prices
Related jobs people check next, with the usual 2026 price.
| Job | Usual price |
|---|---|
| Gravel driveway installation cost | $4K to $10K |
| Heated driveway cost | $12 to $28 |
| Concrete driveway cost | $2.1K to $14.5K |
| Paver driveway cost | $10 to $30 |