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Play sand in St. Petersburg — the quick facts

Full truck (21 tons)
From $59.09/ton, delivery included
Small load (2 tons)
From $735.86 delivered
Minimum order
1 ton. Smaller loads cost more per ton because delivery is included
Lead time
2–3 business days, on a weekday you choose
One truck carries
About 21 tons
ZIPs we deliver
33701–33716
Local ground
Sandy flatwoods soil
Best months
October–May

Prices updated Nov 10, 2026

Play Sand Delivered in St. Petersburg, FL

Soft, fine sand for backyard sandboxes, play areas and sensory tables at home, schools and daycares. Finer and softer than fill or construction sand. The ground around St. Petersburg holds water for a while after rain, so spread sand on a dry day, when it's lighter and easier to work. October–May is the easiest time to have it delivered.

From $59.09/ton on a full truck (21 tons), delivery included. Smaller loads cost more per ton because delivery is included: 2 tons from $735.86 delivered. Prices updated Nov 10, 2026

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Delivery in 2–3 business days, on a weekday you choose

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  • Professional dump-truck delivery
  • Delivery in 2–3 business days, on a weekday you choose

How much play sand do I need?

Includes 15% extra for settling and edges. Prices shown are the lowest delivered price in St. Petersburg; your exact price depends on your ZIP.

ProjectNeededOrderDeliveredQuote
Backyard sandbox, 8 ft × 8 ft × 10 in≈ 3.0 tons3 tonsfrom $759.48
Residential playground, 200 sq ft × 12 in≈ 11.1 tons12 tonsfrom $987.60
Backyard sand court, 20 ft × 30 ft × 9 in≈ 24.9 tons25 tonsfrom $1,927.75

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Play sand vs fill sand: which do you need?

Play sand

Choose play sand for sandboxes, play areas, and recreation: it's finer and softer than fill sand.

Fill Sand

Choose fill sand for backfill, bedding, and grading — it's cheaper and compacts well but isn't cleaned for play.

Fill sand delivery in St. Petersburg, FL →

What to know about play sand in St. Petersburg

Local ground

The ground here is sandy flatwoods that holds water after rain, so place play sand on a dry day and grade it so rain runs away from buildings.

Drainage

The ground around St. Petersburg holds water for a while after rain, so spread sand on a dry day, when it's lighter and easier to work.

Best months

Around St. Petersburg: October–May. Drier ground means cleaner spreading and better truck access.

How play sand delivery works

  • A dump truck tips the load in one pile. One truck carries about 21 tons.
  • Dumped from the street or driveway. A backyard works if the entrance is wide enough. Off the public road, you take responsibility for any damage.
  • Best if someone is there to show the driver the spot. Not required: ask for a photo of the drop.
  • Delivery in 2–3 business days, on a weekday you choose.

Play sand delivery in St. Petersburg: FAQ

How much does play sand delivery cost in St. Petersburg?

Delivery is included in every price. Play sand starts at $59.09/ton on a full truck (21 tons, $1,240.89). There's no separate delivery fee, so smaller loads cost more per ton. The minimum order is 1 ton. In 33701, 33702 and 33703, 2 tons is $735.86 and 6 tons is $832.32 delivered. Enter your ZIP above for your exact price.

How much play sand do I need for a backyard sandbox in St. Petersburg?

For a backyard sandbox of 8 ft × 8 ft × 10 in, plan on about 3.0 tons. Your own size and depth change the amount: set them in the quote form on this page for the exact amount and your delivered price in St. Petersburg.

Do you deliver play sand to all of St. Petersburg?

Yes. We deliver bulk play sand across St. Petersburg and to nearby towns in Pinellas County. Enter your ZIP to confirm your address is in range and see your delivered price.

How soon can I get play sand delivered in St. Petersburg?

Delivery takes 2–3 business days. You pick the weekday at checkout, and a later date is fine too.

Do I need to be home for the play sand delivery?

Best if someone is there to show the driver the spot. Not required: ask for a photo of the drop.

Can the truck drop the play sand in my backyard?

Dumped from the street or driveway. A backyard works if the entrance is wide enough. Off the public road, you take responsibility for any damage.

When is the best time to order play sand in St. Petersburg?

October–May is the easier window: drier ground means cleaner spreading and better truck access. We deliver year-round; just avoid scheduling right after heavy summer rain if access is tight.

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