How Much Do Asphalt Millings Cost in 2025?

This article was updated using automation technology and thoroughly reviewed for accuracy by HomeAdvisor Editor Ryan Noonan.

While costs vary by project size and scope, the total project price for asphalt millings averages $15,250, with an overall average range of $7,875 and $22,625. The cost range of recycled asphalt is $10 to $20 per ton, or $15 on average. The cost of your asphalt millings project depends on the quantity you need, delivery, labor, and the size of your project. Hiring a professional to complete your asphalt millings project ensures expert results and a long-lasting finish.

What Is Recycled Asphalt?

Recycled asphalt, also called reclaimed asphalt or milled asphalt, is a reprocessed pavement that contains asphalt and aggregates. It's a highly recyclable material and is considered to be environmentally friendly, offering comparable durability at a lower cost. 

For your reclaimed asphalt driveway, a milling machine breaks up the asphalt into smaller pieces while heating it. The milled asphalt then binds to create a gravel-like appearance, maintaining a single, solid piece of asphalt.

Asphalt Millings Cost Factors

Calculating the cost of asphalt milling involves several factors—here’s a closer look at how the costs break down.

Costs by Measurement

Suppliers and paving companies in your area sometimes use different metrics to price asphalt milling materials, most commonly either tons, yards, or square feet. You can convert these numbers to compare costs and pricing structures from various contractor estimates.

Cost per Ton

Recycled asphalt millings cost between $10 and $20 per ton on average. One ton of asphalt millings covers approximately 80 square feet with a 3-inch thickness.

Cost per Square Foot

A recycled asphalt driveway will cost around $3 to $8 per square foot. This estimate is based on the typical thickness of a milled asphalt driveway, which ranges from three to four inches.

Millings vs. New Asphalt

Milling an existing driveway eliminates the need to purchase new materials and transport them to the project site, providing significant cost-saving opportunities.

Asphalt milling costs between $10 and $20 per ton on average. A new asphalt driveway costs an average of $100 to $200 per ton, nearly 10 times the price of milled asphalt. New asphalt can be advantageous for extensive repair needs; however, transportation costs, additional labor requirements, and delays can impact a new asphalt project’s total timeline and expense.

Amount and Size

The amount of asphalt you need for a space depends on several factors. Larger areas, such as two-car driveways or basketball courts, cost more for materials and labor than a single-car driveway. Asphalt depth also affects the total cost. Driveways and other areas need at least a 2-inch asphalt depth, but some projects may require up to six inches to ensure durability.

Project Type

Different asphalt uses also influence the requirements and specifications, usually in relation to base preparation or finishing treatments. While driveways may not require extensive leveling, grading, or other base preparation, labor costs may be involved to ensure proper durability and smoothness. Some homeowners opt for finishing treatments, such as sealant application, which can likewise increase costs. Uniquely shaped driveways may also add to labor needs.

See the material and total cost ranges for these common milled asphalt projects:

Driveway

The average residential driveway is around 16 feet wide by 38 feet long, totaling 608 square feet. Since each ton produces about 80 square feet of asphalt, you'll need 7.6 tons of milled asphalt to pave a driveway. Round up and price out eight tons to be on the safe side.

Basketball or Tennis Court

For a basketball court, you'll need around 65 tons of recycled asphalt. Materials for paving a basketball court with milled asphalt cost between $10,000 and $30,000. This only accounts for a fraction of the cost of installing a basketball court with regular asphalt, which averages $35,000.

An average-sized tennis court requires approximately 39 tons of reclaimed asphalt, resulting in a total material cost of $6,000 to $15,000.

Delivery

Crushed asphalt delivery costs between $30 and $100 per truckload. A truckload can carry anywhere from eight to 20 tons, depending on the truck's size. Companies may offer promotional free deliveries to homeowners who place large orders. Conversely, companies may not provide delivery for small amounts of milled asphalt, and you'll need to arrange your own delivery method.

Labor

Labor complexity can influence your final bill. Labor costs often include clearing existing surfaces, base preparation, and installation of the new surface. Additional needs like excavation, adding drainage lines, accessibility to your location, local rates, and other factors may increase your project costs.

Budgeting for Asphalt Millings

You can optimize the cost-effectiveness of asphalt milling with these budgeting strategies:

• Get multiple quotes: Obtain quotes from several local asphalt milling contractors and consider their experience, expertise, and reputation.

• Simplify the design: Opt for a straightforward design without complex edges, curves, or decorative features to avoid extra labor and material costs.

• Prepare the site: Clear the area and remove any rocks, debris, personal belongings, or landscaping to minimize unnecessary work for contractors.

• Perform maintenance: To maximize the value of your investment, regularly perform repairs and upkeep to extend the lifespan of your project.

How HomeAdvisor Gets Its Cost Data

No place is more important than your home, which is why HomeAdvisor connects homeowners with local pros to transform their houses into homes they love. To help homeowners prepare for their next project, HomeAdvisor provides readers with accurate cost data and follows strict editorial guidelines. After a project is complete, we survey real customers about the costs to develop the pricing data you see, so you can make the best decisions for you and your home. We pair this data with research from reputable sources, including the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, academic journals, market studies, and interviews with industry experts—all to ensure our prices reflect real-world projects.