Driveway Cost in Mississippi
2026 estimates — concrete, asphalt, pavers & gravel
600 sqft (2-car) concrete driveway, Mississippi labor rates. Updated June 2026.
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Driveway Cost by Material — Mississippi 2026 (600 sqft)
| Material | 600 sqft (MS) | Per sqft |
|---|---|---|
| Asphalt | $2,160 | $3.60/sqft |
| Concrete | $3,840 | $6.40/sqft |
| Brick / Stone Pavers | $8,160 | $13.60/sqft |
| Gravel / Crushed Stone | $960 | $1.60/sqft |
| Tar-and-Chip | $2,160 | $3.60/sqft |
Driveway Installation in Mississippi — Key Facts
1. Best Material for Mississippi
Mississippi contractors offer 10–20% discounts in late fall/winter when demand is lower. Get quotes in late September for spring installation to lock in pricing. Asphalt costs 40–50% less than concrete upfront but needs sealing every 3–5 years; concrete lasts 30–50 years with minimal maintenance.
2. Mississippi Cost vs. National Average
Driveway costs in Mississippi are below the national average (cost index: 0.80×). A 2-car concrete driveway (600 sqft) costs $3,840 in Mississippi vs $$4,800 nationally.
3. Repair vs. Replace
Repair is worth it if your driveway is under 15 years old with isolated cracks. Asphalt resurfacing costs $$960 for 600 sqft. Replace when asphalt is 20+ years old with widespread cracking or concrete has major heaving.
FAQs — Driveway Cost in Mississippi
Driveway installation in Mississippi costs $3,600 on average for a 600 sqft driveway — below the national average. Asphalt runs $2,160; concrete runs $3,840 for the same area.
In Mississippi, asphalt costs about 44% less upfront than concrete. Asphalt ($3.60/sqft) vs concrete ($6.40/sqft) for 600 sqft is a difference of $1,680. Concrete lasts 30–50 years; asphalt 20–30 years with sealing every 3–5 years.
Asphalt: 1–2 days to install (ready to drive in 2–3 days). Concrete: 1–2 days to pour, 7 days curing before driving. Pavers: 2–5 days. All require 1–2 days of grading and base preparation. Weather delays are common in Mississippi — spring and fall are ideal installation seasons.
Asphalt driveways in Mississippi should be sealed every 3–5 years. First seal 6–12 months after installation to allow asphalt to cure. Sealing costs $0.15–$0.25/sqft DIY or $0.25–$0.50/sqft professionally. A 600 sqft driveway costs $90–$300 to seal professionally. In Mississippi, the best time to seal is late spring or early fall when temps are 50–90°F. Concrete driveways should be sealed every 3–5 years as well.
A new driveway improves curb appeal significantly and typically returns 50–75% of its cost at resale. In Mississippi, a $3,600 driveway can add $1,980–$2,520 to perceived home value. A cracked, potholed driveway reduces offers — buyers factor in replacement cost. Decorative concrete or pavers have higher ROI than plain concrete in higher-value neighborhoods.
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- →Concrete avg: $3,840 (600 sqft)
- →Asphalt: $2,160 (600 sqft)
- →Range: $2,700 – $5,040
- →Cost index: below national avg