Soil Calculator

How much soil do I need?

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Order this much topsoil

2.25cubic yards

Includes 5% extra, rounded up to the nearest quarter yard.

20 ft8 ft0"3"6"9"12"
Exact volume53.3 cu ft
0.75 cu ft bags75 bags
Wheelbarrow loads (5 cu ft)13
Approximate weight2.5 tons
Half-ton pickup trips4

Choose topsoil, garden soil, compost or fill dirt, then enter your area. You will see the amount in yards, bags and weight.

How it works

Area in square feet × depth in feet gives cubic feet, and 27 cubic feet make a yard. Weight depends on the soil type you select.

Before you order

  • Wet soil can weigh far more than the dry figure, so plan truck trips cautiously.
  • Buy amended garden soil for planting and plain fill for grading.
  • Rake and water new soil to see how far it settles before adding more.

Common questions

What is the difference between soil and fill dirt?

Fill dirt has little organic matter and holds its shape, so it suits grading. Garden soil and topsoil are meant for growing.

Should I buy soil in bags or bulk?

Bags are usually simpler for small jobs. Bulk delivery tends to win once a job needs a yard or more.