Concrete Calculator

Order the right amount of concrete. Down to the yard.

Enter your slab, footing, column, or stair dimensions and get exact cubic yards, bag counts, and total project cost — including waste, rebar, and labor.

Fresh wet concrete being poured and screeded on a residential driveway with rebar visible

Your project

Material & cost

Volume breakdown

Base volume

66.67 cu ft

With waste

73.33 cu ft

Cubic yards

2.72 yd³

Surface area

200 sq ft

Total project cost

$448

2.72 cubic yards · 10% waste included

Concrete

$448

Rebar

$0

Labor

$0

Bags

0

2.72 yd³, $448 all-in.

Order 2.72 cubic yards including 10% waste. Most ready-mix companies require 1-yard minimums.

Schedule the pour for a dry day above 50°F. Concrete cures slowest in cold weather and cracks fastest in hot, dry wind.

Pro tip

Pour above 50°F and below 90°F. Cover with plastic for 7 days.

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Frequently asked

How accurate is a concrete calculator?

Very accurate for volume — within 1–2% if your dimensions are correct. Always order 5–10% extra to handle waste and uneven subgrade.

How many cubic yards do I need for a 10x10 patio at 4 inches thick?

1.23 cubic yards. Add 10% waste and order 1.4 yards — most ready-mix companies require a 1-yard minimum anyway.

How many bags of concrete make a cubic yard?

About 60 bags of 60lb mix or 45 bags of 80lb mix per cubic yard. Bags are cheaper than ready-mix only for projects under 1 yard.

How thick should my concrete be?

4 inches for patios and walkways, 5–6 inches for driveways, 6+ inches with rebar for garage floors and anything bearing heavy loads.

Is the Concrete Calculator free?

Yes — cubic yard estimates, bag counts, and cost breakdowns are all free. Premium unlocks saved multi-pour projects, side-by-side comparisons, and a printable contractor-ready PDF.