Cost Guides
What materials really cost in 2026 — national averages, prices by region, and a free calculator to estimate your own project.
How Much Does Gravel Cost?
Gravel costs about $30 per ton on average in 2026. See gravel and stone prices by region, what drives the cost, and estimate your project with our calculator.
How Much Does Concrete Cost?
Ready-mix concrete averages about $160 per cubic yard in 2026; bags run $4–$6. See concrete prices by region and estimate your slab or footing.
How Much Does Mulch Cost?
Bulk mulch averages about $40 per cubic yard in 2026; 2 ft³ bags run around $4. Compare mulch, topsoil and compost prices by region and estimate your beds.
How Much Do Pavers Cost?
Pavers average about $4.00 per square foot for material in 2026, plus base sand and gravel. See paver prices by region and estimate your patio or walkway.
How Much Does Drywall Cost?
Drywall costs about $14 per 4×8 sheet in 2026. See drywall prices by region, what a full room costs, and estimate your project with our calculator.
How Much Does Flooring Cost?
Laminate and vinyl plank flooring averages $1.50–$4 per sq ft for material in 2026. Tile runs $3–$7. See flooring prices by region and estimate your project.
How Much Does Interior Paint Cost?
Interior paint averages about $38 per gallon in 2026. See paint prices by region, how many gallons per room, and estimate your project with our paint calculator.
How Much Does Rebar Cost?
#4 rebar averages about $12 for a 20-foot stick in 2026 (~$0.60/linear ft). See rebar prices by region and estimate your project with our calculator.
How Much Does a Retaining Wall Cost?
Retaining wall block averages about $3.50 each in 2026 — roughly $10–$15 per sq ft of face. See retaining wall prices by region and estimate blocks with our calculator.
How Much Does a Fence or Deck Cost?
Wood fence pickets average about $3.25 each in 2026. Deck boards run about $9 each. See fence and deck prices by region and estimate your project.