Fill dirt costs $5 to $25 per cubic yard per HomeGuide, or $5 to $30 per HomeAdvisor.1,2 A delivered truckload averages $842, with most paying $344 to $1,339 per HomeAdvisor and Angi – sister brands sharing one dataset.2,3*
$5 – $25
per cubic yard, HomeGuide
$842
average delivered truckload
$344 – $1,339
truckload range, HA/Angi
$50 – $150
delivery fee per trip
Quick math: 10 cubic yards at HomeGuide’s $5 to $25 is $50 to $250 for material – our multiplication – plus $50 to $150 delivery, so a small delivery lands near $100 to $400. Bulk orders drop the per-yard rate; small orders pay minimums.
Published prices at a glance
Three references, all fetched and read October 2026 (HomeAdvisor and Angi share one dataset, so count them as a single estimate):
| Measure | HomeGuide1 | HomeAdvisor2 | Angi3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fill dirt per cubic yard | $5 – $25 | $5 – $30 | unscreened $8 – $15, screened $12 – $20, structural $15 – $25 |
| Delivered truckload (10-15 yd) | $150 – $600 average | $344 – $1,339 (avg $842) | same data, 4,281 verified projects |
| Delivery fee | $50 – $150 per trip | $100 – $300 (avg $175) | $150 – $200 |
| 5 cubic yards | – | – | $40 – $125 |
| 20 cubic yards | – | – | $160 – $500 |
| 60 cubic yards | – | – | $480 – $1,500 |
| Spreading labor | – | $65 – $100 per hour | – |
| Bagged fill (0.5-0.75 cu ft) | $2 – $6 each | – | – |
Where they disagree: HomeGuide’s 10-15 yard delivered average ($150 to $600) sits well below HomeAdvisor’s truckload average ($842) – HomeGuide’s figure reads like material plus a short-haul trip, while HomeAdvisor’s verified projects include full delivery fees, spreading and fuel surcharges. Budget from the HomeAdvisor number if a truck is coming to you.1,2
Fill dirt vs the rest of the pile
Fill dirt is the cheap bulk material for raising grade; topsoil is the growing layer for the top few inches – see our topsoil cost guide. For sand pricing see sand cost.
What pushes the price up
Quality: unscreened fill runs $8 to $15 per yard, screened $12 to $20, and engineered structural fill $15 to $25 per Angi. Mixed fill with debris ($8 to $13) settles unpredictably – avoid it under anything structural.3
Delivery: $50 to $300 per trip depending on distance and access; some suppliers waive it for short hauls under about 10 miles per HomeGuide.1,2
Volume in reverse: bulk lowers the per-yard rate; small orders hit minimums – 5 yards costs $40 to $125 per Angi’s volume table.3
Spreading: rough spreading after the dump runs $65 to $100 per hour per HomeAdvisor. Big regrades are heavier work – see our yard leveling cost guide.2
Three worked examples (we did the math)
| Project | HomeGuide basis | HomeAdvisor / Angi basis |
|---|---|---|
| 5 cu yd unscreened, fill holes | 5 x $5 – $25 = $25 – $125 material | volume table: $40 – $125 (5 x $8 – $15 = $40 – $75 material) |
| 20 cu yd screened, level a yard | 20 x $5 – $25 = $100 – $500 + $50 – $150 delivery = $150 – $650 | 20 x $12 – $20 = $240 – $400 material; volume table $160 – $500 |
| One truckload delivered, 12 yd | 10-15 yd delivered: $150 – $600 average | truckload average $842, range $344 – $1,339 |
These are example projects, not quotes – quality, distance and region set the real number. Work out how many yards you need with our topsoil and fill dirt calculator.
Related guides and tools
Topsoil cost | Sand cost | Yard leveling cost | Topsoil and fill dirt calculator
FAQ
How much is a truckload of fill dirt? $344 to $1,339 with an average of $842 per HomeAdvisor and Angi project data; HomeGuide puts a 10-15 yard delivery at $150 to $600 when haul distance is short.1,2,3
What is the difference between fill dirt and topsoil? Fill dirt is subsoil for raising grade – stable, cheap, little organic matter. Topsoil is the nutrient top layer plants grow in. Fill the bulk with fill dirt, then cap with 4 to 6 inches of topsoil.1
Can I get free fill dirt? Often yes – construction sites and pool diggers give it away, but it is unscreened and may carry debris or contaminants. Fine for rough filling; skip it under structures or gardens.
How many cubic yards do I need? Length x width x depth in feet, divided by 27. A 20×10 ft area raised 6 inches: 20 x 10 x 0.5 / 27 = 3.7, so order 4 to 5 yards – our math. Round up.
Sources
- HomeGuide – Fill Dirt, Sand and Topsoil Delivery Costs
- HomeAdvisor – Cost to Deliver Soil, Mulch or Rocks
- Angi – How Much Does a Truckload of Fill Dirt Cost?
*Prices are 2025-2026 national averages from the cited sources and vary by quality, volume, distance and region. Get at least three itemized quotes.