Tampa asphalt prices at a glance: a new driveway costs an estimated $4.50–$8.00 per square foot, plus $1.00–$1.50 to remove an old one (about $3,300–$5,700 for a two-car tear-out and repave), an overlay about $2.50–$5.00 per square foot, sealcoating $250–$450 for most driveways, and parking lot restriping $4–$6 per stall. These are estimates; a free site visit gives you the exact figure.
The headline numbers
| Job | Estimate | What it covers |
|---|---|---|
| Driveway tear-out and repave (two-car) | $3,300–$5,700 | About 600 sq ft, removal included |
| Driveway overlay | $1,500–$3,000 | 1.5–2 in. over a sound base |
| Driveway sealcoating | $250–$450 | Typical drive, two coats |
| Parking lot mill and overlay | $2.50–$5.00 per sq ft | Before base repairs |
| Parking lot restriping | $4–$6 per stall | Existing layout |
Driveways
Driveway prices hinge on what has to come out and what the new driveway sits on. A gravel or shell drive with a sound stone layer is the cheapest to pave, because some of the base is already there. Tearing out cracked concrete costs more than removing old asphalt, because concrete is heavier to break and haul.
| Job | Estimate | What it covers |
|---|---|---|
| New asphalt driveway on a new base | $4.50–$8.00 per sq ft | Excavation, 4–6 in. rock base, 2–3 in. compacted asphalt |
| Removing the old driveway | $1.00–$1.50 per sq ft | Old asphalt or concrete broken up and hauled away |
| Tear-out and repave, two-car driveway | $3,300–$5,700 | About 600 sq ft: removal plus new base and asphalt |
| Gravel or shell drive converted to asphalt | $4.00–$7.00 per sq ft | Existing stone regraded and reused as base where sound |
| Driveway extension or side parking pad | $1,200–$3,500 | Widening for a third car, boat or RV |
| Right-of-way or apron permit | Set by the city or county | Filed by us; fee passed through at cost |
How we build them: driveway paving in Tampa.
Parking lots
Commercial work is priced per square foot, but the number that matters most is how much of the lot needs base repair before anything is paved. A lot with a healthy base and tired surface is a straightforward mill and overlay. A lot with failed drive lanes needs those dug out first, and that can double the cost of those areas.
| Job | Estimate | What it covers |
|---|---|---|
| New parking lot: base and asphalt | $3.50–$8.00 per sq ft | Grading, limerock base, 2–3 in. surface course |
| Mill and overlay | $2.50–$5.00 per sq ft | Old surface milled off, new 1.5–2 in. layer laid |
| Base failure areas dug out and rebuilt | $4.00–$9.00 per sq ft | Where alligator cracking shows the base has gone |
| Drainage correction and catch basin repair | Priced after survey | Regrading low spots, resetting inlets |
| Restriping after paving | $4–$6 per stall | Same layout, painted once the asphalt has cured |
More on phasing and thickness: parking lot paving.
Repairs and resurfacing
| Job | Estimate | What it covers |
|---|---|---|
| Driveway pothole or small patch | $250–$650 | Saw-cut, base topped up, hot asphalt compacted in |
| Commercial cut-and-patch | $6–$12 per sq ft | Larger areas, priced by the square foot |
| Hot-pour crack filling | $1–$3 per linear ft | Cracks routed or blown clean, rubberized filler |
| Driveway resurfacing (overlay) | $2.50–$5.00 per sq ft | New 1.5–2 in. layer over a sound base |
| Crumbling edge rebuilt | $300–$900 | Where the drive meets the lawn or the street |
See asphalt repair and resurfacing for how each repair is done.
Sealcoating
| Job | Estimate | What it covers |
|---|---|---|
| Driveway sealcoat, two coats | $250–$450 | Typical 600–800 sq ft drive, cracks filled first |
| Driveway sealcoat by area | $0.30–$0.55 per sq ft | Larger or unusual driveways |
| Parking lot sealcoat | $0.15–$0.30 per sq ft | Two coats, sanded mix, lot done in sections |
| Oil-stain priming | $20–$60 per stain | Stops sealer peeling over drips |
| Small-job minimum | $150–$300 | Covers mobilizing a crew and equipment |
Why it is worth doing every few years: sealcoating in Tampa.
Line striping
| Job | Estimate | What it covers |
|---|---|---|
| Restripe on the existing layout | $4–$6 per stall | Standard 4 in. lines, traffic paint |
| New layout, measured and painted | $8–$15 per stall | After paving or a redesign |
| Accessible stall with symbol and access aisle | $25–$60 per stall | Painted to ADA dimensions; signs extra |
| Arrows, stop bars and stencil lettering | $20–$60 each | FIRE LANE, NO PARKING, STOP |
| Wheel stops supplied and pinned | $60–$120 each | Precast concrete or recycled rubber |
| Mobilization | $250–$400 | One charge per visit on small lots |
Accessible-space rules and paint choices: parking lot striping.
Cost per square foot, worked through
Per-square-foot figures are a useful way to compare, but small jobs do not scale down neatly. A crew, a roller, a paver and a truckload of hot asphalt cost much the same to send whether the job is 400 square feet or 1,200, which is why a small driveway works out more expensive per square foot than a large one. As an example, a 20 by 30 foot driveway is 600 square feet; at $4.50 to $8.00 per square foot for the new base and asphalt plus $1.00 to $1.50 for removal ($5.50 to $9.50 in all), that is $3,300 to $5,700. A 2,000 square foot circular drive on the same terms would land nearer the low end per foot. That is an illustration, not a quote.
What moves a Tampa paving price
- The base. Sandy, organic or waterlogged subgrade has to be dug out and replaced, and it is the biggest swing in any quote.
- Drainage. Low lots near retention ponds or in older neighborhoods with shallow swales may need regrading.
- Trees. Oak roots under a driveway mean extra excavation, and protected trees inside the City of Tampa limit how close we can dig.
- Access. Narrow side yards, gated communities and tight cul-de-sacs slow trucks and add labor.
- Asphalt prices. Plant prices follow oil, so quotes are usually valid for a set number of days.
- Permits. Work in the right-of-way needs a city or county permit; the fee varies by jurisdiction and is passed through at cost.
Why Tampa quotes disagree
When customers show us other quotes, the difference nearly always comes from one of these:
- Thickness. "New asphalt" can mean one inch or three. Ask for the compacted thickness in writing.
- Base work. One quote rebuilds the base, another paves over what is there. The cheaper one costs more within a few years.
- Removal and disposal. Hauling away old concrete or asphalt is real cost. Make sure it is included.
- Square footage. Quotes measured from the curb, from a satellite photo or by eye can differ by a fifth or more.
- Door-to-door offers. A crew with "leftover asphalt" is not giving you a deal. It is a well-known scam across Florida.
About these numbers: Tampa paving contractors rarely publish price lists, so every range on this page is an estimate pieced together from Florida contractor figures, public bid results and national cost guides, reviewed October 8, 2026. Your property's real price comes from a free measurement and a written quote.
Prices by area
We price the same way across our area, though access and permits vary. Local notes for Brandon, Riverview and Lutz, or go back to asphalt paving in Tampa.
Cost questions
How much does it cost to pave a driveway in Tampa?
An estimated $4.50–$8.00 per square foot for new asphalt on a new base, plus about $1.00–$1.50 per square foot if an old driveway has to come out first. For a typical two-car driveway of about 600 square feet, that comes to roughly $3,300–$5,700. Overlaying a sound driveway costs about half that.
Is asphalt cheaper than concrete in Florida?
Yes, usually by a third or more at installation. Concrete driveways commonly run higher per square foot and take longer to cure. Over the life of the driveway the gap narrows, because asphalt needs sealcoating every few years.
Why do paving prices change through the year?
Asphalt is made from oil, so plant prices move with fuel costs, and contractors fill up in the dry season from November to May. Booking in the slower summer months can mean more choice of dates, though rain delays are more likely.
Do you charge for estimates?
No. We measure on site and give you a written, itemized quote at no charge and with no obligation.
Last updated October 8, 2026