Cubic Yard Calculator

Convert length, width and depth into cubic yards — the unit used to order concrete, gravel, soil and mulch in the U.S.

Cubic yards

1.85 yd³

  • Cubic feet50 ft³
  • Cubic meters1.42 m³
  • Liters1,416 L

Estimates only. Round up when you order, and confirm structural details with your local building code.

How to use it

  1. Enter length, width and depth, each in whatever unit you measured.
  2. Enter how many identical areas you have.

The formula

Cubic feet = length × width × depth (all in feet)

Cubic yards = cubic feet ÷ 27

Worked example

Length10 ft
Width10 ft
Depth / height6 in
Quantity1

Result

Cubic yards1.85 yd³
Cubic feet50 ft³
Cubic meters1.42 m³
Liters1,416 L

Tips before you order

  • One cubic yard is a cube 3 ft on each side.
  • Depths are usually measured in inches: divide by 12 to get feet before multiplying.

Questions

How many cubic feet in a cubic yard?

27 (3 ft × 3 ft × 3 ft).

How many square feet does a cubic yard cover?

It depends on depth: 324 ft² at 1 in, 162 ft² at 2 in, 108 ft² at 3 in, 81 ft² at 4 in.