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Topsoil for 2,500 sq ft
Topsoil for 2,500 ft² at 4 in deep · 1112 × 0.75 ft³ bag
Topsoil for 2,500 ft² by depth
| Depth | yd³ | ft³ | Bags | Tons | Bulk / bagged cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 in | 15.43 | 416.7 | 556 | 16.98 | $540 / $1,946 |
| 4 in | 30.86 | 833.3 | 1112 | 33.95 | $1,080 / $3,892 |
| 6 in | 46.30 | 1250.0 | 1667 | 50.93 | $1,620 / $5,834 |
| 8 in | 61.73 | 1666.7 | 2223 | 67.90 | $2,160 / $7,780 |
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: 2,500 ft² × (4 ÷ 12) ft = 833.3 ft³; ÷ 27 = 30.86 yd³. 2,500 ft² is, for example, a 50.0 × 50.0 ft square or a 250 × 10 ft strip.
FAQ
How much topsoil do I need for 2,500 square feet?
At 4 in deep, 2,500 ft² needs 30.86 cubic yards (833.3 ft³) – about 1112 × 0.75 ft³ bag. That weighs roughly 34.0 tons.
Is it cheaper to buy topsoil in bulk or bags for 2,500 sq ft?
At typical prices ($35/yd³ bulk vs $3.50 per bag) bulk costs about $1,080 versus $3,892 in bags, before delivery. Bulk delivery usually wins above about 1 cubic yard.
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