Gravel Cost by State — 2026 Price Guide for All 50 States

Gravel prices vary dramatically by state — from $15 per ton in limestone-rich Indiana to over $80 per ton in coastal California. Here is a state-by-state breakdown of what to expect for the most common gravel types.

Gravel prices by US region (2026)

Midwest — Cheapest region

Abundant limestone and granite quarries

State	Crushed stone (per ton)	Pea gravel (per ton)
Indiana	$12–$22	$22–$38
Ohio	$13–$23	$23–$40
Illinois	$14–$25	$25–$42
Missouri	$13–$22	$22–$38
Michigan	$15–$28	$28–$45

South — Below average cost

State	Crushed stone	Pea gravel
Texas	$14–$28	$28–$48
Georgia	$14–$26	$26–$44
Florida	$18–$32	$32–$55
Tennessee	$13–$24	$24–$40
North Carolina	$15–$28	$28–$48

Northeast — Above average cost

Longer transport distances, higher labor

State	Crushed stone	Pea gravel
New York	$22–$40	$40–$70
New Jersey	$24–$42	$42–$72
Massachusetts	$25–$45	$45–$80
Connecticut	$26–$46	$46–$82

West — High cost

State	Crushed stone	Pea gravel
California	$25–$50	$45–$80
Washington	$22–$40	$40–$70
Oregon	$20–$38	$35–$65
Colorado	$18–$35	$32–$58
Arizona	$20–$38	$35–$65

High-cost markets

State	Crushed stone	Why so expensive
Hawaii	$55–$100+	Island import costs
Alaska	$50–$90+	Remote logistics

What drives regional price differences

Quarry proximity — The single biggest factor. Each mile of truck transport adds cost.
Aggregate type — Limestone states (IN, OH, KY) have lower costs than granite or basalt regions.
Fuel costs — High diesel prices in 2022–2024 raised prices in transport-dependent states.
Local demand — High construction activity markets (TX, FL, AZ) have competitive pricing despite distance.
Local regulations — Some states restrict quarrying, limiting supply and raising prices.

How to get the best price

Buy from a local landscape supply yard (not a big-box store) for bulk pricing
Coordinate with neighbors to split a full-truck delivery and share the load fee
Pick up if possible — saves $50–$150 per load for small quantities
Buy off-season — late fall and winter often see lower demand and better prices
Get 3 quotes — prices vary 20–40% between suppliers in the same area

Frequently Asked Questions

What state has the cheapest gravel?

States with abundant limestone and granite quarries — Indiana, Ohio, Missouri, Kentucky, and Georgia — tend to have the lowest gravel prices ($15–$25 per ton). States that must import aggregate (Hawaii, Alaska, New England) have the highest prices ($35–$75 per ton).

How much does gravel delivery cost?

Delivery costs $50–$150 per load within 20 miles for most suppliers. Some charge by the mile beyond a base radius. Full truckloads (10–20 tons) are often free delivery. Partial loads and short-haul deliveries carry the highest per-ton delivery charges.

Is it cheaper to pick up gravel or have it delivered?

Pickup saves $50–$150 per load but requires access to a suitable vehicle (pickup truck can carry 0.5–1 ton max). For small orders under 1 ton, pickup makes sense. For driveway or landscaping projects over 2 tons, delivery is almost always more practical.

How much does pea gravel cost per ton by state?

Pea gravel runs $25–$45 per ton in the Midwest and South. In the Pacific Northwest, expect $35–$60/ton. In California, $45–$80/ton. In New England, $50–$90/ton. Hawaii and Alaska can exceed $100/ton due to import costs.

Why is gravel so expensive in some states?

Gravel prices are driven by local quarry proximity, fuel costs for transport, and regional demand. Areas without local quarries must truck aggregate long distances — each mile of transport adds cost. Crushed limestone is cheapest near limestone belt states (IN, OH, KY, MO, KS).