Square Feet To Cubic Yards Calculator

How do I convert square feet to cubic yards?

sq ft
in

Your area and depth equal

4.63cubic yards

Exact figure with no waste added. Most suppliers round to the half or quarter yard.

EACH BOX = 1 CUBIC YARD (3 FT × 3 FT × 3 FT)
Cubic feet125
Coverage per cubic yard108 sq ft at 3 in
Rounded up to order4.75 cu yd

If you already know the area, skip measuring length and width. Enter square feet and depth for cubic yards.

How it works

Square feet × depth in inches ÷ 12 gives cubic feet. Divide by 27 for cubic yards.

Before you order

  • Use average depth when the surface slopes.
  • Bulk suppliers usually round up, so check before you pay for extra.
  • Convert area units first if your measurement came from a square-yard quote.

Common questions

How many square feet does a cubic yard cover?

324 sq ft at 1 inch deep, 162 at 2 inches and 108 at 3 inches.

Why is it divided by 27?

A cubic yard is 3 feet on each side, and 3 × 3 × 3 is 27.