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.

Concrete Calculator

Estimates only — material density varies with type, moisture and compaction. Order a little extra and confirm with your supplier. 🔒 Calculated in your browser.

🔒 Nothing you enter is sent anywhere or stored. All processing happens in your browser.

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.

How it works — in four simple steps

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

Step 01

Measure your area

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

Step 02

Set the depth

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

Step 03

Calculate

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

Step 04

Order with a little spare

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

How it works

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

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.