Landscaping

Paver Base Calculator

Estimate paver base gravel, bedding sand, cubic yards, tons, bags, excavation depth, compaction or waste, and optional user-entered material cost for patios, walkways, and driveways.

Written by Arthur Weng Reviewed July 10, 2026 Sources

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Calculator inputs

Project shapeLengthselected unitWidthselected unitDiameterselected unitUsed when project shape is Circle.Custom areaselected unit squaredUsed when project shape is Custom area.UnitProject typeGravel base depthinSand bedding depthinWaste or compaction factor%Crushed gravel settles about 15 to 25% when compacted, so a 4-inch compacted base needs roughly 20% extra loose material. Increase this for soft soil or deeper bases.Material densitytons/cu ydBag size or bag yieldcu ft/bagCurrencyYour material price (optional)per bagOptional user-entered price per bag or mix unit. The site does not fetch store data.

Enter your own local prices or fees only if you want a cost estimate.

Calculated in your browser.Project dimensions stay on this device. Review the assumptions below before buying material.

Paver Base Calculator Results

Results update in your browser as you edit inputs. Use the shopping-list button for a printable project summary.

Enter project dimensions to calculate material quantity.

Detailed guide

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