Soil & Topsoil Calculator

Calculate how much soil or topsoil you need for garden beds, raised beds, or fill areas. Results in cubic yards and bags.

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How Much Soil Do I Need?

Topsoil weighs approximately 2,000 lbs (1 ton) per cubic yard. For raised beds, a depth of 6–12 inches is typical.

Example: 4×8 ft raised bed, 12″ deep → 32 cu ft → 1.19 cubic yards

Last updated: 2026-08-08