Home › Topsoil by area › 1,000 ft²
Topsoil for 1,000 sq ft
Topsoil for 1,000 ft² at 4 in deep · 445 × 0.75 ft³ bag
Topsoil for 1,000 ft² by depth
| Depth | yd³ | ft³ | Bags | Tons | Bulk / bagged cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 in | 6.17 | 166.7 | 223 | 6.79 | $216 / $780 |
| 4 in | 12.35 | 333.3 | 445 | 13.58 | $432 / $1,558 |
| 6 in | 18.52 | 500.0 | 667 | 20.37 | $648 / $2,334 |
| 8 in | 24.69 | 666.7 | 889 | 27.16 | $864 / $3,112 |
Use 2 in to top-dress a lawn, 4–6 in for new lawns and 6–12 in for raised or new garden beds. Loose topsoil settles about 10–20%.
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 topsoil do I need for 1,000 square feet?
At 4 in deep, 1,000 ft² needs 12.35 cubic yards (333.3 ft³) – about 445 × 0.75 ft³ bag. That weighs roughly 13.6 tons.
Is it cheaper to buy topsoil in bulk or bags for 1,000 sq ft?
At typical prices ($35/yd³ bulk vs $3.50 per bag) bulk costs about $432 versus $1,558 in bags, before delivery. Bulk delivery usually wins above about 1 cubic yard.
Other areas: 600 ft² · 750 ft² · 800 ft² · 1,200 ft² · 1,500 ft² · 2,000 ft² · all areas · topsoil calculator
Free calculator by BuildTally