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Topsoil for 3,000 sq ft
Topsoil for 3,000 ft² at 4 in deep · 1334 × 0.75 ft³ bag
Topsoil for 3,000 ft² by depth
| Depth | yd³ | ft³ | Bags | Tons | Bulk / bagged cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 in | 18.52 | 500.0 | 667 | 20.37 | $648 / $2,334 |
| 4 in | 37.04 | 1000.0 | 1334 | 40.74 | $1,296 / $4,669 |
| 6 in | 55.56 | 1500.0 | 2000 | 61.11 | $1,944 / $7,000 |
| 8 in | 74.07 | 2000.0 | 2667 | 81.48 | $2,593 / $9,334 |
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: 3,000 ft² × (4 ÷ 12) ft = 1000.0 ft³; ÷ 27 = 37.04 yd³. 3,000 ft² is, for example, a 54.8 × 54.8 ft square or a 300 × 10 ft strip.
FAQ
How much topsoil do I need for 3,000 square feet?
At 4 in deep, 3,000 ft² needs 37.04 cubic yards (1000.0 ft³) – about 1334 × 0.75 ft³ bag. That weighs roughly 40.7 tons.
Is it cheaper to buy topsoil in bulk or bags for 3,000 sq ft?
At typical prices ($35/yd³ bulk vs $3.50 per bag) bulk costs about $1,296 versus $4,669 in bags, before delivery. Bulk delivery usually wins above about 1 cubic yard.
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