Area Converter
Convert between metric and imperial area units.
Ctrl+Enter to convert from first field
Common Conversions
| From | To | Multiply by |
|---|---|---|
| 1 acre | sq feet | 43,560 |
| 1 hectare | acres | 2.47105 |
| 1 sq mile | acres | 640 |
| 1 sq meter | sq feet | 10.7639 |
| 1 sq yard | sq meters | 0.836127 |
| 1 sq km | sq miles | 0.386102 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many square feet are in an acre? +
One acre equals 43,560 square feet. An acre is roughly the size of a football field without the end zones (which is about 48,000 sq ft).
How do I convert square meters to square feet? +
Multiply the number of square meters by 10.7639 to get square feet. For example, a 100 m2 apartment is about 1,076 sq ft.
What is the difference between a hectare and an acre? +
A hectare is 10,000 square meters (about 2.471 acres). Hectares are the standard land measurement in most countries outside the US, while acres are common in the US and UK.
How many acres are in a square mile? +
One square mile contains exactly 640 acres. This relationship dates back to the English statute system and is still used in US land surveying.