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Topsoil for 500 sq ft
Topsoil for 500 ft² at 4 in deep · 223 × 0.75 ft³ bag
Topsoil for 500 ft² by depth
| Depth | yd³ | ft³ | Bags | Tons | Bulk / bagged cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 in | 3.09 | 83.3 | 112 | 3.40 | $108 / $392 |
| 4 in | 6.17 | 166.7 | 223 | 6.79 | $216 / $780 |
| 6 in | 9.26 | 250.0 | 334 | 10.19 | $324 / $1,169 |
| 8 in | 12.35 | 333.3 | 445 | 13.58 | $432 / $1,558 |
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: 500 ft² × (4 ÷ 12) ft = 166.7 ft³; ÷ 27 = 6.17 yd³. 500 ft² is, for example, a 22.4 × 22.4 ft square or a 50 × 10 ft strip.
FAQ
How much topsoil do I need for 500 square feet?
At 4 in deep, 500 ft² needs 6.17 cubic yards (166.7 ft³) – about 223 × 0.75 ft³ bag. That weighs roughly 6.8 tons.
Is it cheaper to buy topsoil in bulk or bags for 500 sq ft?
At typical prices ($35/yd³ bulk vs $3.50 per bag) bulk costs about $216 versus $780 in bags, before delivery. Bulk delivery usually wins above about 1 cubic yard.
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