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Topsoil for 4,000 sq ft
Topsoil for 4,000 ft² at 4 in deep · 1778 × 0.75 ft³ bag
Topsoil for 4,000 ft² by depth
| Depth | yd³ | ft³ | Bags | Tons | Bulk / bagged cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 in | 24.69 | 666.7 | 889 | 27.16 | $864 / $3,112 |
| 4 in | 49.38 | 1333.3 | 1778 | 54.32 | $1,728 / $6,223 |
| 6 in | 74.07 | 2000.0 | 2667 | 81.48 | $2,593 / $9,334 |
| 8 in | 98.77 | 2666.7 | 3556 | 108.64 | $3,457 / $12,446 |
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: 4,000 ft² × (4 ÷ 12) ft = 1333.3 ft³; ÷ 27 = 49.38 yd³. 4,000 ft² is, for example, a 63.2 × 63.2 ft square or a 400 × 10 ft strip.
FAQ
How much topsoil do I need for 4,000 square feet?
At 4 in deep, 4,000 ft² needs 49.38 cubic yards (1333.3 ft³) – about 1778 × 0.75 ft³ bag. That weighs roughly 54.3 tons.
Is it cheaper to buy topsoil in bulk or bags for 4,000 sq ft?
At typical prices ($35/yd³ bulk vs $3.50 per bag) bulk costs about $1,728 versus $6,223 in bags, before delivery. Bulk delivery usually wins above about 1 cubic yard.
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