Cubic Yard Calculator
Convert length × width × depth in feet/inches into cubic yards for any bulk material.
✓ Formula shown✓ No signupUpdated 2026-10-22
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Worked examples
| Dimensions | Cubic yards | Cubic feet |
|---|---|---|
| 10×10 ft × 6" | 1.85 yd³ | 50 ft³ |
| 10×10 ft × 12" | 3.7 yd³ | 100 ft³ |
| 20×10 ft × 3" | 1.85 yd³ | 50 ft³ |
| 12×12 ft × 4" | 1.78 yd³ | 48 ft³ |
How the calculation works (sources & assumptions)
Cubic yards = ft × ft × (in ÷ 12) ÷ 27. One cubic yard is a 3×3×3 ft cube, roughly one full-size pickup bed level-loaded with mulch, or half to two-thirds of one with dense stone (check payload).
FAQ
How many cubic feet in a cubic yard?
27.
How many cubic yards in a 10x10 area at 6 inches?
1.85 yd³.
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