How Much Does Gravel Cost in 2026?
Gravel costs $25–$300 per cubic yard delivered in 2026. Crushed stone is cheapest at $25–$60; pea gravel is $30–$70; river rock and decorative gravels run $60–$300. A typical driveway base (15 cubic yards) costs $400–$900 delivered. Use our gravel calculator for volume and tonnage.
Key facts at a glance
- •Crushed stone / class 5: $25–$60 per cu yd
- •Pea gravel: $30–$70 per cu yd
- •River rock: $60–$200 per cu yd
- •1 cu yd gravel ≈ 1.4 tons
- •Minimum delivery: typically 1 ton
Gravel cost per cubic yard by type
| Type | Low | Average | High |
|---|---|---|---|
Crushed stone / class 5 | $25 | $40 | $60 |
Pea gravel | $30 | $50 | $70 |
Decomposed granite | $45 | $75 | $110 |
River rock | $60 | $100 | $200 |
Lava rock | $100 | $175 | $300 |
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How much does a ton of gravel cost?+
Crushed stone: $20–$45 per ton. Pea gravel: $25–$50 per ton. River rock: $40–$140 per ton. Tonnage pricing is typical for delivery; cubic yard pricing for retail.
How many tons of gravel in a cubic yard?+
Most gravel weighs 1.3–1.5 tons per cubic yard. Pea gravel: ~1.4 tons. Crushed stone: ~1.4 tons. River rock: 1.5–1.7 tons.
How much gravel for a driveway?+
Standard residential driveway (10×40 ft) at 6 inch depth: 7.4 cubic yards (~10.4 tons). Cost: $185–$445 delivered for crushed stone.