DIY CalculatorA cubic yard is a cube 3 feet on each side: 27 cubic feet, or about 0.76 cubic meters.
Good to know
- Cubic yards = length (ft) × width (ft) × depth (ft) ÷ 27.
- Convert inches of depth to feet by dividing by 12 (3 in = 0.25 ft).
- Add 5–10% for waste and uneven ground.
- A pickup truck bed holds about 2 cubic yards of light material.
Cubic yards for common areas and depths
| Area | 2 in deep | 3 in deep | 4 in deep | 6 in deep | 12 in deep |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 sq ft | 0.62 yd³ | 0.93 yd³ | 1.23 yd³ | 1.85 yd³ | 3.7 yd³ |
| 200 sq ft | 1.23 yd³ | 1.85 yd³ | 2.47 yd³ | 3.7 yd³ | 7.41 yd³ |
| 500 sq ft | 3.09 yd³ | 4.63 yd³ | 6.17 yd³ | 9.26 yd³ | 18.52 yd³ |
| 1,000 sq ft | 6.17 yd³ | 9.26 yd³ | 12.35 yd³ | 18.52 yd³ | 37.04 yd³ |
How to use this calculator
- Measure the length and width (or the diameter of a round area). Use any unit — feet, inches, yards or meters.
- Split odd shapes into rectangles, circles and triangles, and add each one with “Add another area”.
- Enter the depth. Results update as you type: cubic yards, tons and bags.
- Optionally enter a price to estimate the cost.
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Frequently asked questions
How do I calculate cubic yards?
Multiply length × width × depth in feet, then divide by 27. For example, 10 ft × 10 ft × 0.5 ft = 50 cubic feet = 1.85 cubic yards.
How many square feet does a cubic yard cover?
324 square feet at 1 inch deep, 162 at 2 inches, 108 at 3 inches, 81 at 4 inches, and 54 at 6 inches.