How much topsoil do you need for 250 square feet?

Spreading topsoil 4 inches deep over 250 sq ft takes 3.09 cubic yards — roughly 3.5 tons, or 112 bags of 0.75 cu ft.

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Weight uses about 1.15 tons per cubic yard; wet soil weighs more.

Topsoil needed3.09 cu yd

Approx. weight3.55 tons

0.75 cu ft bags112

1 cu ft bags84

Depth	Cubic yards	Approx. tons	0.75 cu ft bags
1 in	0.77	0.89	28
2 in	1.54	1.77	56
4 in	3.09	3.55	112
6 in	4.63	5.32	167

At this volume, bulk delivery is the way to go — most suppliers deliver by the yard with a minimum order.

250 × 4 in ÷ 12 ÷ 27 = 3.09 cu yd

How many yards of topsoil for 250 sq ft?

3.09 cubic yards at 4 inches deep; 1.54 at 2 inches.

Want the full method, tips and other sizes? See the topsoil calculator guide.

Last reviewed November 1, 2026. Results are estimates — confirm with your supplier.