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Cubic Yard Calculator
Free online calculator for concrete, mulch, gravel, soil, and sand. Get cubic yards, tons, and bags in seconds.
How to use the cubic yard calculator
- Pick the shape of your area, such as a rectangle or circle.
- Enter the measurements, using feet, inches, yards, meters, or centimeters.
- Choose a material to see weight and bags, and add a waste percentage.
- Read the result in cubic yards and order a little extra.
A cubic yard is 3 feet long, 3 feet wide, and 3 feet tall. That is 27 cubic feet. Suppliers sell concrete, mulch, gravel, soil, and sand by the cubic yard, so this is the number you need to order.
Calculators by shape
Rectangle Cubic Yard CalculatorFind cubic yards for a rectangle shaped area.Circle Cubic Yard CalculatorFind cubic yards for a circle shaped area.Cylinder Cubic Yard CalculatorFind cubic yards for a cylinder shaped area.Triangle Cubic Yard CalculatorFind cubic yards for a triangle shaped area.Trapezoid Cubic Yard CalculatorFind cubic yards for a trapezoid shaped area.Oval Cubic Yard CalculatorFind cubic yards for a oval shaped area.Cone Cubic Yard CalculatorFind cubic yards for a cone shaped area.Pile Cubic Yard CalculatorFind cubic yards for a pile shaped area.Trench Cubic Yard CalculatorFind cubic yards for a trench shaped area.L Shape Cubic Yard CalculatorFind cubic yards for a l shape shaped area.Sloped Area Cubic Yard CalculatorFind cubic yards for a sloped area shaped area.Irregular Area Cubic Yard CalculatorFind cubic yards for a irregular area shaped area.
Calculators by material
Concrete CalculatorHow many cubic yards, tons, and bags of concrete you need.Mulch CalculatorHow many cubic yards, tons, and bags of mulch you need.Gravel CalculatorHow many cubic yards, tons, and bags of gravel you need.Dirt CalculatorHow many cubic yards, tons, and bags of dirt you need.Topsoil CalculatorHow many cubic yards, tons, and bags of topsoil you need.Sand CalculatorHow many cubic yards, tons, and bags of sand you need.Fill Dirt CalculatorHow many cubic yards, tons, and bags of fill dirt you need.Compost CalculatorHow many cubic yards, tons, and bags of compost you need.Crushed Stone CalculatorHow many cubic yards, tons, and bags of crushed stone you need.Pea Gravel CalculatorHow many cubic yards, tons, and bags of pea gravel you need.River Rock CalculatorHow many cubic yards, tons, and bags of river rock you need.Decomposed Granite CalculatorHow many cubic yards, tons, and bags of decomposed granite you need.
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Popular converters
Cubic Feet to Cubic YardsConvert cubic feet to cubic yards with a worked table.Cubic Yards to TonsConvert cubic yards to tons with a worked table.Tons to Cubic YardsConvert tons to cubic yards with a worked table.Square Feet to Cubic YardsConvert square feet to cubic yards with a worked table.Cubic Yards to Cubic FeetConvert cubic yards to cubic feet with a worked table.Cubic Meters to Cubic YardsConvert cubic meters to cubic yards with a worked table.
Popular projects
Concrete Slab CalculatorSlabs for patios, sheds, garage floors, and pads are the most common ready mix order, and the thickness matters as much as the footprint.Driveway CalculatorA driveway needs concrete or asphalt on top and compacted stone below, so plan both volumes.Gravel Driveway CalculatorA gravel drive is built in layers: a coarse base, then a finer surface, and each layer needs its own order.Flower Bed Mulch CalculatorA fresh layer of mulch is the quickest way to tidy a bed, and measuring it takes only a minute.Lawn Topsoil CalculatorA new lawn starts with a layer of good soil, and large yards need a delivery truck rather than bags.Raised Garden Bed CalculatorRaised beds are filled with a blend of soil and compost, so a small bed needs less than a full cubic yard.
Price estimator
Add your price per cubic yard or ton, delivery fee, and tax to see the total cost. Open the cubic yard price estimator.
Popular questions
How Many Cubic Feet Are in a Yard of Mulch?A yard of mulch is 27 cubic feet.How Many Tons Are in a Cubic Yard?The answer depends on the material.How Many Cubic Yards Are in a Dump Truck?Most dump trucks carry between 5 and 20 cubic yards by volume.How to Calculate Cubic Yards from Square FeetTo turn square feet into cubic yards you need one more number: the depth.How Much Does a Cubic Yard of Concrete Cost?The price of ready mix concrete depends on your area, the strength you order, the size of the order, and delivery fees.Square Yard CalculatorConvert square yard calculator with a worked table.Cubic Yard Calculator for SoilSoil is sold by the cubic yard, but the right type changes the weight and the price.Cubic Yard Calculator App for Your PhoneYou do not need to download anything.
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Frequently asked questions
How do I calculate cubic yards?
Multiply length, width, and depth in feet to get cubic feet, then divide by 27. Convert inches to feet by dividing by 12.
How many cubic feet are in a cubic yard?
There are 27 cubic feet in one cubic yard.
How many cubic yards do I need for mulch?
A cubic yard of mulch covers about 108 square feet at 3 inches deep.
How much does a cubic yard weigh?
It depends on the material. Mulch is around 700 pounds, topsoil around 2,200, and gravel around 2,800 as planning values.
Should I order extra?
Yes. Most projects need 5 to 10 percent extra for waste and uneven ground.