Asphalt Paving cost in Compton, CA
Compton homeowners typically pay $2,000 – $4,600 for asphalt paving. Local labor and materials price 10% above the national average.
Compton average
$3,300
Typical low
$2,000
Typical high
$4,600
Per square foot
$3 – $8
Sample ZIP
90220
What drives Compton pricing
Local labor
Licensed Compton contractors carry California workers' comp and prevailing wage pressure, and crews here quote roughly 10% above the national labor average. Demand in the Los Angeles market peaks in spring, so booking early usually beats a rush premium.
Permits & code
Compton follows the California Building Standards Code, so most structural, electrical, plumbing and re-roof work needs a permit from the Compton building department plus Title 24 energy compliance. Seismic bracing and soft-story retrofit rules apply to many older LA-area properties, and hillside lots trigger extra geotechnical review.
Climate & conditions
Compton sits in a warm Mediterranean climate with intense summer sun, so expect UV-stable, heat-tolerant materials and shaded scheduling in peak summer.
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Estimated project cost
$1,944 – $2,668
Most homeowners pay around $2,306
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Cost by material in Compton
Installed Compton pricing per square foot.
| Option | Installed cost |
|---|---|
| Basic overlay | $3 – $5 |
| Standard 2-inch asphalt | $5 – $6 |
| Heavy-duty 3-inch asphalt | $6 – $8 |
| Permeable / decorative asphalt | $8 – $11 |
Where the money goes in Compton
A typical $3,300 Compton project, broken down by line item.
- Labor0.45% · $15
- Materials0.38% · $13
- Permits & inspections0.05% · $2
- Overhead & profit0.12% · $4
Common add-ons
Extras that show up on Compton quotes but rarely in the headline price.
Sealcoating
Base regrading
Drainage or culvert work
Apron or curb work
Ways to save in Compton
- Pave when a neighbor is paving so the crew shares mobilization.
- Overlay instead of full replacement when the base is still solid.
- Collect three written bids on an identical scope — spreads of 20–40% are normal.
- Book in the off-season and stay flexible on the start date to save 5–15%.
- Bundle nearby work into one mobilization so you only pay setup and travel once.
- Ask what the contractor would change to cut 10% without hurting durability.
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