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Cubic Yard Calculator

Calculate cubic yards for any material ordered by the yard: soil, mulch, gravel, or concrete.

Your numbers

ft
ft
in

Cubic yards

2.469

Cubic feet
66.67
Cubic meters
1.888

Results are estimates for planning. Check important figures with a qualified professional.

Quick answer

The Cubic Yard Calculator shows cubic yards for soil, concrete, mulch, or gravel from length, width, and depth. How it works: Cubic yards = length (ft) × width (ft) × depth (ft) ÷ 27. For example, with length of 20 ft, width of 10 ft, and depth of 4 in, the cubic yards is 2.469.

How to use the Cubic Yard Calculator

  1. Enter length.
  2. Enter width.
  3. Enter depth.
  4. Read cubic yards and the breakdown. Use Share to send the exact numbers, or Print to save a PDF.

How it's calculated

  • Cubic yards = length (ft) × width (ft) × depth (ft) ÷ 27

Worked example

With length of 20 ft, width of 10 ft, and depth of 4 in:

Cubic yards: 2.469. Cubic feet: 66.67.

Questions people ask

How much area does one cubic yard cover?

At 3 inches deep, about 108 square feet. At 4 inches, about 81 square feet.