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Gravel for 1,000 sq ft
Gravel for 1,000 ft² at 4 in deep · 667 × 0.5 ft³ (≈50 lb) bag
Gravel for 1,000 ft² by depth
| Depth | yd³ | ft³ | Bags | Tons | Bulk / bagged cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 in | 6.17 | 166.7 | 334 | 8.64 | $309 / $1,837 |
| 3 in | 9.26 | 250.0 | 500 | 12.96 | $463 / $2,750 |
| 4 in | 12.35 | 333.3 | 667 | 17.28 | $617 / $3,668 |
| 6 in | 18.52 | 500.0 | 1000 | 25.93 | $926 / $5,500 |
Driveways usually need 4–6 in of compacted base plus a top layer; paths and patios 2–4 in. Gravel weighs about 1.4 tons per cubic yard.
How it is calculated
Volume = area × depth: 1,000 ft² × (4 ÷ 12) ft = 333.3 ft³; ÷ 27 = 12.35 yd³. 1,000 ft² is, for example, a 31.6 × 31.6 ft square or a 100 × 10 ft strip.
FAQ
How much gravel do I need for 1,000 square feet?
At 4 in deep, 1,000 ft² needs 12.35 cubic yards (333.3 ft³) – about 667 × 0.5 ft³ (≈50 lb) bag. That weighs roughly 17.3 tons.
Is it cheaper to buy gravel in bulk or bags for 1,000 sq ft?
At typical prices ($50/yd³ bulk vs $5.50 per bag) bulk costs about $617 versus $3,668 in bags, before delivery. Bulk delivery usually wins above about 1 cubic yard.
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