Driveway Gravel ordered online by the ton. A dump truck delivers to your Wilmington address and unloads right where you point.






The delivered price for driveway gravel depends on the material you choose, the tonnage you need, and the distance from the source to your address. Wilmington gets about 61 inches of precipitation a year, so drainage and washout planning drive the spec as much as budget does.
You order by the ton, and the total shows at checkout once you enter your ZIP. Gravel Monkey delivers by dump truck to your property, with loads from 1 to 40-plus tons.
Not every driveway gravel suits every job. The table below lists the sizes we supply, what each is for, and a note on where it fits best.
| Product | Use | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Driveway Gravel | General driveway top layer | All-around surface for moderate traffic. |
| 3/8" Driveway Gravel | Smooth top dressing, comfortable underfoot | Good for walk-on driveways and parking pads. |
| 3/4" Driveway Gravel | The standard driveway size, locks together well | Best balance of compaction and stability. |
| 1"-1 1/2" Driveway Gravel | Heavier traffic and soft ground | Use under the surface layer or for truck access. |
| 1 1/2" Driveway Gravel | Deep base layer under a finer top | Provides load-bearing support on weaker soils. |
| 2"-3" Driveway Gravel | Rural lanes, mud control, first lift | For muddy spots or building up a soft foundation. |
Your project type determines which gravel size works best. The table below matches common projects to recommended products.
| Project | What to order | Depth or note |
|---|---|---|
| New driveway base | 1 1/2" Driveway Gravel or 2"-3" Driveway Gravel | 4 to 6 inches of base, then a top layer of 3/4" |
| Resurfacing an existing driveway | 3/4" Driveway Gravel | 2 to 3 inches after compacting |
| Muddy rural lane | 2"-3" Driveway Gravel | 6 inches or more, depending on softness |
| Parking pad | 3/8" Driveway Gravel or 3/4" Driveway Gravel | 3 to 4 inches, compacted for a firm surface |
| Culvert and shoulder repair | 1"-1 1/2" Driveway Gravel | Backfill and level, topped with 3/4" if needed |
Wilmington sees about 81 wet days a year, meaning you need to schedule the delivery onto firm ground. The roughly 49 days that drop below freezing affect the winter work window and how much the ground moves. Snowfall adds about an inch a year, which can cause plowing damage to a loose gravel surface. Frost is not the constraint here, so the calendar is driven by rain and by how wet the ground is.
Soils mapped in the Wilmington area are commonly moderately well drained. That means you may need more base stone under the surface layer if your property sits on the wetter side. The ground around Wilmington takes water in at a moderate rate, so standard base depth is usually enough for most driveways. Each site is different, so inspect the soil before ordering.
Coverage depends on the size of the area and the depth of the layer. To get a close estimate, use our driveway gravel calculator. Enter your length, width and desired depth, and it tells you the tons required. Order a little extra for compaction loss.
Buying is straightforward. Pick your product, enter the tonnage, and choose a delivery date at checkout. The date must be at least 3 business days after the order date. You select a morning or afternoon window. A valid phone number is required, and you get a confirmation email followed by a second email with the scheduled window and a photo of the loaded material. Delivery only goes ahead once you approve that second email. Someone must be at the site during the window. The road width needs at least 12 feet for the truck. Use code FIRSTTIMER50 to get $50 off a first order.
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Pair driveway gravel with these materials to complete your job.
Yes. Wilmington gets about 61 inches of precipitation a year, which is more than the national average. Washout can move gravel off the surface if the base and drainage are not done right. A proper base of larger stone and a well-graded surface layer reduces that risk.
The cost is calculated at checkout based on your ZIP and the tonnage ordered. Orders require a minimum of 3 business days lead time. You see the exact price before you confirm.
Yes. You or someone you nominate must be at the site during the chosen delivery window. If nobody is there, a missed-delivery fee can apply and the order is not refunded.
Yes. Use the code FIRSTTIMER50 at checkout to get $50 off your first order.
Ready to order? Visit our Wilmington hub to start. Enter your address, choose your gravel, and get the delivered price at checkout.
We also deliver to nearby areas.
See the delivered price for your address and order driveway gravel by the ton online. Loads run from 1 to over 40 tons, with free delivery on qualifying orders.
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