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Topsoil Calculator

Filling a raised bed, leveling a lawn, or topping up a low spot — enter dimensions and we'll calculate cubic yards plus a 15% settling buffer (soil settles a lot).

~75 lb/ft³ 4" default depth 0.75 / 1 / 1.5 / 2 cu ft bags tons output

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Area: 80 sq ft

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Length (ft)

Width (ft)

Depth (in)

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+15% settling buffer Topsoil settles after a few rains. Recommended on.

Cost compare (bulk vs bagged)

Bulk $ / cu yd

Bag price ($)

Edit defaults — bulk delivery + bag pricing varies wildly by region.

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Cost compare

Bulk $45

Bagged $109

Bulk saves $63 for this project.

Density assumption

Dry screened topsoil averages ~2000 lb/yd³ (1.0 tons). Wet or compost-blended soil can reach 2700 lb/yd³ (1.35 tons).

Tip: Spring & fall are best for soil delivery. Avoid wet seasons — wet topsoil weighs ~30% more and compacts in the truck.

Topsoil depth guide

Lawn leveling (low spots) ½"-1"

Lawn topdressing (full) ¼"-½"

Sodding new lawn 4"-6"

Raised vegetable bed 8"-12"

Flower bed (perennials) 6"-8"

Tree planting Match root ball depth