Asphalt Driveway Cost in Florence, Oregon: 2026 Price Guide

What Does an Asphalt Driveway Cost in Florence?

Florence sits on the Lane County coast where the Siuslaw River meets the Pacific, surrounded by sand dunes and shaped by salt air, heavy rain, and a high water table. Those coastal conditions make driveway work here different from anywhere inland. A driveway built for the valley will not hold up to the sand, moisture, and salt that define the Oregon coast, and that reality shows up in both how a driveway should be built and what it costs.

There is no single price for a Florence driveway. The total depends on the driveway's size, the ground beneath it, how much old material must be removed, and how the coastal conditions affect base preparation and drainage. This guide lays out the industry baseline ranges, then explains the coastal factors that push real costs around, so you can budget realistically and read a contractor quote with confidence. These are reference ranges, not Cojo prices.

Florence Asphalt Driveway Prices: The Breakdown

Industry baseline ranges shown below. Actual costs vary based on size, base condition, drainage needs, removal, and current market conditions.

Project Type	Industry Baseline per Square Foot
New asphalt driveway (standard)	$3–$7
New driveway with base work	$5–$10
Removal of old surface	$1–$3
Full replacement (all-in)	$5–$13

For a typical Florence residential driveway of 600 to 800 square feet, a new asphalt installation has historically been baselined in the $3,000 to $7,000 range. Coastal driveways frequently run toward and beyond the higher end of these ranges, because sandy soils and a high water table often demand more base work and drainage than an inland install. Your actual cost depends on your property and its exposure to coastal conditions.

For statewide context, see our Oregon asphalt driveway cost breakdown.

Why Coastal Conditions Drive Florence Costs

Sandy Soils and the High Water Table

The biggest cost factor on the Florence coast is the ground itself. Sandy soils do not provide the stable support that firmer inland soils do, and a high water table means moisture sits close to the surface. A driveway base built straight on loose sand will shift and settle, cracking the asphalt above. Proper coastal installs often require deeper excavation, a thicker compacted aggregate base, and sometimes a geotextile stabilizing fabric between the sand and the rock. This adds cost compared with an inland driveway, but it is what keeps the surface from failing.

Drainage in a High-Water-Table Setting

Water management is critical on the coast. With the water table high and rainfall heavy, a driveway has to be graded carefully so water sheds off rather than pooling or undermining the base. Some sites need additional drainage features. This work matters more here than almost anywhere inland, and it factors into the quote.

Salt Air and Surface Care

Salt air does not destroy asphalt the way it corrodes metal, but the combination of constant moisture, salt, and sand abrasion ages a surface faster than a dry inland climate. That makes ongoing maintenance — sealcoating and crack repair — more important for protecting your investment, though it does not change the install price directly.

Other Factors That Affect the Cost

Driveway Size

Size is the biggest single variable. Per-square-foot pricing usually drops as the area grows, since setup and mobilization spread across more surface.

Removal of Existing Material

Replacing an old asphalt or gravel driveway means removing and hauling away the existing surface. On the coast, the nearest disposal or recycling site may be a longer haul, which can add to the total.

Site Complexity

Flat, open driveways are the most economical to pave. Curves, second-home access aprons, and tight maneuvering around landscaping add labor time.

Current Market Reality

The baseline ranges above reflect historically reported national averages from contractor surveys and cost databases. Actual project costs in Florence and across the Oregon coast frequently exceed these baselines, driven by:

• Coastal base requirements — Sandy soil and high water table often demand deeper excavation and more base material
• Drainage needs — High-water-table sites may require extra grading or drainage features
• Removal and haul distance — Coastal disposal logistics can add to the total
• Material and fuel pricing — Asphalt is petroleum-based, and coastal delivery distance can factor in
• Site complexity — Second-home aprons, landscaping, and access add labor

Use published ranges as a starting reference, not a budget target. The accurate figure comes from a site-specific quote that accounts for coastal conditions.

Getting an Accurate Florence Quote

A reliable coastal quote comes from a contractor who visits your property, measures the driveway, evaluates the sandy base and water table, and plans drainage for the coastal climate. Cojo Excavation & Asphalt provides free, no-obligation estimates for Florence homeowners, based on the real conditions on your lot, with no hidden fees. See our asphalt maintenance services for how we help Lane County coast properties stay in good shape.