Pea Gravel Prices — Live Index
$30–$75 $/ton (May 2026) · +1.2% vs last month · +6% vs last year. Derived from BLS PPI — Construction Sand and Gravel Mining, verified 2026-06-08, refreshed monthly.
Pea Gravel Price History
This chart shows estimated $/ton prices derived from the BLS Producer Price Index since 2010. When the line goes up, the material costs more. The current estimated price is $45/ton as of 2026-05.
Current estimate: $45/ton (PPI 601.4, 2026-05). Source: BLS Producer Price Index (series PCU212321212321)
Pea Gravel price by unit
| Unit | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| per ton | $30 | $75 |
| per cubic yard | $40.5 | $101.25 |
| per cubic foot | $1.5 | $3.75 |
Converted at 1.35 tons per cubic yard (2,700 lb/yd³). Delivered weight varies with moisture and gradation.
Pea Gravel price by region
National pricing scaled by the BEA Regional Price Parity index (a cost-of-living proxy, not a per-state material quote).
| Region | Index (US=100) | Estimated range |
|---|---|---|
| Arkansas | 86.6 | $26–$65 $/ton |
| Arizona | 99.9 | $30–$75 $/ton |
| District of Columbia | 112.8 | $34–$85 $/ton |
How today compares
Over the last 16 years of BLS PPI — Construction Sand and Gravel Mining data, pea gravel prices are currently at their all-time peak and 122.9% above the low of January 2010.
Methodology
Same PPI base as crushed gravel (PCU212321212321 index 594.808). Pea gravel commands 25–30% premium over base gravel for additional washing and screening to uniform ⅜" size. Mine-gate $17.25/ton + higher processing = retail $45/ton mid-estimate. Range $30–75 reflects grade, color, and region. Series cadence: monthly. The dollar range is re-derived whenever the underlying index moves more than 5% from the derivation point.
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Pea Gravel price FAQ
How much does pea gravel cost in May 2026?
$30–$75 $/ton, with a mid-estimate of $45 $/ton. This is derived from BLS PPI — Construction Sand and Gravel Mining and refreshed monthly.
Are pea gravel prices going up or down?
Up +1.2% versus last month and +6% versus a year ago, based on the BLS producer price index through May 2026.
What is pea gravel per cubic yard?
About $40.5–$101.25 per cubic yard, converted from the $30–$75 $/ton range using a density of 1.35 tons per cubic yard.
How do today's pea gravel prices compare to the historical range?
Current prices are at their 16-year peak (May 2026) and 122.9% above the low (Jan 2010).
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- Crushed gravel prices
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