Topsoil Calculator
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New lawns want 4–6 in of topsoil; raised vegetable beds 8–12 in. A 30 × 20 ft lawn area at 4 in needs about 8.2 yd³ with 10% for settling.
Topsoil needed
8.15 yd³
8.96 tons at 2,200 lb/yd³
- Weight
- 8.96 tons17,926 lb · 8.13 t
- Cubic feet
- 220 ft³
- Cubic meters
- 6.23 m³
- Area covered
- 600 ft²
Densities are typical loose figures; ask your supplier for theirs. Delivery minimums are often 1–3 yd³.
Quick reference
| Area | 2 in deep | 4 in deep | 6 in deep | 12 in deep |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50 ft² | 0.31 yd³ · 0.34 t | 0.62 yd³ · 0.68 t | 0.93 yd³ · 1.02 t | 1.85 yd³ · 2.04 t |
| 100 ft² | 0.62 yd³ · 0.68 t | 1.23 yd³ · 1.36 t | 1.85 yd³ · 2.04 t | 3.7 yd³ · 4.07 t |
| 200 ft² | 1.23 yd³ · 1.36 t | 2.47 yd³ · 2.72 t | 3.7 yd³ · 4.07 t | 7.41 yd³ · 8.15 t |
| 300 ft² | 1.85 yd³ · 2.04 t | 3.7 yd³ · 4.07 t | 5.56 yd³ · 6.11 t | 11.11 yd³ · 12.22 t |
| 500 ft² | 3.09 yd³ · 3.4 t | 6.17 yd³ · 6.79 t | 9.26 yd³ · 10.19 t | 18.52 yd³ · 20.37 t |
| 1000 ft² | 6.17 yd³ · 6.79 t | 12.35 yd³ · 13.58 t | 18.52 yd³ · 20.37 t | 37.04 yd³ · 40.74 t |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a yard of topsoil weigh?
About 2,000–2,400 lb dry; wet soil can reach 3,000 lb.
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