Material price index

Asphalt Price Index Over Time: 2026 BLS Chart

The BLS PPI: Paving mixtures and blocks index reached 429.36 in June 2026, up 6.3% over one year and up 34.4% over five years.

Latest BLS index - June 2026

Refreshed July 16, 2026 from the BLS Public Data API v2. BLS may revise preliminary PPI values after first publication.

Index value
429.36
1 year
+6.3%
5 years
+34.4%
10 years
+49.2%

Asphalt index trend

Monthly BLS observations for series WPU139401.

June 2018308.7

June 2018 to June 2026 · 5 monthly observations

439.3403.2367.0330.9294.7June 2018June 2020June 2022June 2024June 2026

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Updated July 16, 2026. Price index, not a local supplier quote.

Methodology

The latest value is the newest monthly observation returned for BLS series WPU139401. The 1-year, 5-year, and 10-year changes compare it with the same calendar month in the earlier year, not an annual average.

The interactive chart and downloadable CSV use every monthly observation returned in the 12-calendar-year update window. The chart defaults to 10 years and can show 1 year, 5 years, or the full available window. BLS series can use different reference periods, so compare percentage movement across materials, not raw index levels.

Latest BLS note: Preliminary. All indexes are subject to monthly revisions up to four months after original publication.

Related source series

SeriesCodeLatest indexObservationUse
AsphaltWPU05810212361.3June 2026binder/input context
Asphalt paving mixture manufacturingPCU324121324121439.091June 2026industry output index

How contractors should use it

Use the asphalt index as a national trend line before checking local plant quotes or DOT bid tabs.

Limits

  • - Paving indexes do not include traffic control, milling, base repair, mobilization, or haul conditions.
  • - Public works bids often need local DOT unit-price data in addition to national indexes.

FAQ

Is this a current local material price?

No. These pages use official price indexes. They show price movement over time, not a supplier quote for a specific location, delivery distance, grade, mix, or quantity.

Why use BLS Producer Price Index data?

The BLS Producer Price Index is an official monthly source for price movement by commodity and industry. It is suitable for long-term trends, charting, and citation.

How should contractors use these indexes?

Use them as a source-backed trend check before updating allowances, quote validity periods, escalation assumptions, and estimating templates. Always confirm project pricing with local suppliers.

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