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Topsoil for 1,500 sq ft
Topsoil for 1,500 ft² at 4 in deep · 667 × 0.75 ft³ bag
Topsoil for 1,500 ft² by depth
| Depth | yd³ | ft³ | Bags | Tons | Bulk / bagged cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 in | 9.26 | 250.0 | 334 | 10.19 | $324 / $1,169 |
| 4 in | 18.52 | 500.0 | 667 | 20.37 | $648 / $2,334 |
| 6 in | 27.78 | 750.0 | 1000 | 30.56 | $972 / $3,500 |
| 8 in | 37.04 | 1000.0 | 1334 | 40.74 | $1,296 / $4,669 |
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: 1,500 ft² × (4 ÷ 12) ft = 500.0 ft³; ÷ 27 = 18.52 yd³. 1,500 ft² is, for example, a 38.7 × 38.7 ft square or a 150 × 10 ft strip.
FAQ
How much topsoil do I need for 1,500 square feet?
At 4 in deep, 1,500 ft² needs 18.52 cubic yards (500.0 ft³) – about 667 × 0.75 ft³ bag. That weighs roughly 20.4 tons.
Is it cheaper to buy topsoil in bulk or bags for 1,500 sq ft?
At typical prices ($35/yd³ bulk vs $3.50 per bag) bulk costs about $648 versus $2,334 in bags, before delivery. Bulk delivery usually wins above about 1 cubic yard.
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