Paver Calculator — How Many Pavers You Need
Enter your dimensions for an instant answer — the exact quantity to buy (waste included), a material cost, and an estimated installed cost. Change any figure to update the result live.
Your project
Standard size shown by default. Change any value — the answer recomputes instantly.
You need
713pavers
Exact need: 648 pavers · plus 10% waste allowance
Material cost
$285.2–$1,069.5
Installed (US avg)
$1,264–$2,394
Shopping list
| ITEM | QTY | PRICE RANGE |
|---|---|---|
| pavers | 713 | $285.2–$1,069.5 |
| Estimated material total | $285.2–$1,069.5 |
Companion materials
- Bedding sand (1 in): ≈ 0.6 tons
- Gravel base (4 in): ≈ 2.49 tons
Material spec & worked example
Waste allowance
10%
Typical price
$0.4–$1.5 pavers (4"x8")
12 ft × 12 ft patio, 4"×8" pavers: you need 648 pavers (buy 713 with waste), about $285.2–$1,069.5 in materials. See how we calculate this →
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How many pavers do I need per square foot?
A 4"×8" paver covers 0.222 sq ft, so you need about 4.5 pavers per square foot, plus ~10% for cuts and waste.
What goes under pavers?
Typically 4–6 inches of compacted gravel base plus a 1-inch sand bedding layer.