Gravel in Laurel, FL

Delivered gravel prices in West Florida around Laurel commonly run about $30 to $60 per cubic yard, depending on type (washed, crushed, or pea gravel) and local supplier availability. Using a working conversion of about 1.4 tons per cubic yard, that equals roughly $21 to $43 per ton. Prices vary by supplier, so check your zip code for exact quotes.

Hello Gravel has a minimum order of 3 tons, and many areas offer free delivery for typical loads, but small rural stops near Laurel may incur delivery fees of about $50 to $150 for short loads. Standard delivery requires 2+ business days; next-day delivery is available for orders placed before noon CST for an additional fee.

Use cubic yards = (square feet x depth in inches) / 324. For a 20x20 area (400 sq ft) you need about 2.5 yd3 (3.5 tons) at 2u0022, 3.7 yd3 (5.2 tons) at 3u0022, and 4.9 yd3 (6.9 tons) at 4u0022. For a 20 ft long driveway assumed 10 ft wide (200 sq ft) you need about 1.25 yd3 (1.8 tons) at 2u0022, 1.85 yd3 (2.6 tons) at 3u0022, and 2.5 yd3 (3.5 tons) at 4u0022; for 1,000 sq ft you need about 6.2 yd3 (8.7 tons), 9.3 yd3 (13.0 tons), and 12.4 yd3 (17.3 tons) respectively.

For West Florida conditions we recommend a compacted base of 4 to 6 inches of coarse, well-draining material (such as crushed stone or recycled concrete) with 2 to 4 inches of surface gravel on top. Because Laurel soils tend toward sandy or seasonally wet conditions, add a geotextile fabric and verify drainage before installing to prevent rutting. Proper compaction with a plate compactor and clear slope for runoff will improve longevity.

At a typical delivered rate of $30 to $60 per cubic yard, 8 cubic yards would cost roughly $240 to $480 for the material alone. Expect modest delivery fees in rural areas, so total supply and delivery commonly lands between $300 and $600 depending on material type and access.

Bulk delivered gravel is usually the most cost-effective per ton or cubic yard because you buy by the yard and avoid bag handling. Contractor-installed jobs include labor, grading, and compaction and typically add $1.50 to $4.00 per sq ft (or $20 to $50+ per cubic yard) on top of material costs. Bagged or pickup gravel is easiest for very small jobs but is the most expensive per unit and gets costly for anything larger than a wheelbarrow load.

Cheaper alternatives include crushed concrete, recycled asphalt, and compacted shell in some coastal areas; crushed concrete and recycled asphalt often run 10% to 30% less than new crushed stone per yard. Supply and install costs still depend on grading and compaction; expect overall installed prices roughly similar to or a bit lower than gravel, while bagged decorative options are usually much more expensive per square foot.

Labor and installation vary by crew and site access, but contractors in West Florida commonly charge about $1.50 to $4.00 per sq ft for a complete gravel driveway job, which includes grading, base placement, and compaction. If quoted by the cubic yard, expect roughly $20 to $50+ per cubic yard in installation labor on top of material costs, depending on site prep and equipment needed.

A typical tri-axle dump truck carries about 10 to 12 cubic yards of gravel. At a 3u0022 finished depth, 10 yd3 covers roughly 1,080 sq ft, so one truck is often enough for a small driveway; delivered cost for one truckload to rural Laurel commonly ranges from $300 to $800 depending on material price, truck access, and any delivery fee.

Yes, many Laurel homeowners can DIY a small gravel driveway. Basic tools include a shovel, rake, wheelbarrow, tamping or plate compactor (rental about $70 to $150/day), and possibly a skid steer or tractor for larger jobs; expect DIY costs to be mainly material plus modest rental fees, often several hundred dollars for a 20x20 area versus $600 to $1,200+ to hire a contractor.

Order through Hello Gravel's website and enter your Laurel address to check availability and pricing; add any access notes or color preferences in the Order Notes at checkout. You can request tailgate spreading at checkout, but drivers perform spreading at their discretion on site and Hello Gravel cannot guarantee spreading services.

Laurel is a small, rural community, so local suppliers will use regionally sourced materials that reflect West Florida geology and color variations. Consider drainage, seasonal rains, and whether your access road is sandy or grassy—choosing angular crushed stone for better interlock or adding geotextile fabric will help stability in these conditions.