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Concrete Calculator

Work out how much concrete you need for a project — enter the area and depth, and get the volume in cubic yards and cubic feet, plus the number of bags.

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Concrete Calculator

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Your area
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Coverage per cubic yard
Above about 1 cubic yard (45 × 80 lb bags) ready-mix is usually cheaper and much easier; many plants charge a short-load fee below 4–5 yd³.

Densities are typical values — moisture, grading and compaction change them. Confirm with your supplier and round up.

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How it works — in four simple steps

No signup and nothing to install — it all runs in your browser.

1

Measure your area

Measure the length and width in feet (or the diameter for a round area) and enter them.

2

Set the depth

Enter how deep you want the concrete in inches — a typical range is suggested for you.

3

Calculate

Read the volume in cubic yards and cubic feet, plus the bag count.

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Order with a little spare

Keep the 10% waste allowance on, or add your own margin, so you don't run short.

Pro tip

4″ is standard for patios and walkways, 5–6″ for driveways — and always order 5–10% extra.

Features

Estimates in the units you buy

Enter the area and depth and get the volume in cubic yards and cubic feet, plus how many bags you'll need — the quantities suppliers actually sell by, so you can order with confidence.

Rectangle or circle

Works for straight rectangular areas and for round patios, fire-pit surrounds or planters — switch shape and enter the diameter.

Built-in waste allowance

A 10% extra is added by default for waste, compaction and uneven ground, so you're less likely to run short mid-job. Turn it off for an exact volume.

Ready-mix yards and bag counts

Get the volume in cubic yards for a ready-mix order, plus how many 60 lb and 80 lb bags it would take if you're mixing it yourself.

About the Concrete Calculator

Estimating concrete comes down to one idea: volume = area × depth. Measure the area you're covering (length × width, or π × radius² for a circle), multiply by how deep you want the concrete, and you have the volume. This calculator does that and converts the result into the units suppliers sell by — cubic yards, cubic feet and bags.

Depth is entered in inches because most concrete layers are only a few inches deep, while the area is in feet — the tool handles the unit conversion for you. A 10% waste allowance is added by default, since real ground is uneven and material compacts. Everything is calculated in your browser.

Examples

A 10 ft × 10 ft slab at 4 inches needs about 1.23 cubic yards — or roughly 56 × 80 lb bags (75 × 60 lb) for a small pour.

Frequently asked questions

4 answers
How much concrete do I need?
Multiply the slab area by its thickness and convert to cubic yards. A 100 sq ft slab at 4 inches is about 1.23 cubic yards. The calculator also shows the equivalent number of 60 lb and 80 lb bags.
How many bags of concrete make a yard?
An 80 lb bag yields about 0.60 cubic feet, so roughly 45 bags make a cubic yard; a 60 lb bag yields about 0.45 cubic feet, roughly 60 bags per yard. The tool counts the bags for your volume.
Should I order ready-mix or use bags?
Bags are convenient for small pours (footings, posts, a small pad). For anything above about a cubic yard, ready-mix delivery is usually cheaper and easier. The calculator gives you both figures.
How thick should a concrete slab be?
Patios and walkways are commonly 4 inches; driveways 4–6 inches. Thicker slabs need proportionally more concrete.