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How Much Compost for 500 Square Feet?
3.09cubic yards
at 2 inches deep — about 84 bags (1 cu ft each) or 1.54 tons
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| Depth | Cubic yards | Cubic feet | 1 cu ft bags | Approx. tons |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 in | 1.54 yd³ | 41.7 ft³ | 42 | 0.77 |
| 2 in (typical) | 3.09 yd³ | 83.3 ft³ | 84 | 1.54 |
| 3 in | 4.63 yd³ | 125 ft³ | 125 | 2.31 |
For amending beds, spread 1–3 inches of compost and work it into the top 6 inches of soil. For lawn top-dressing, ¼–½ inch is plenty.
The math: 500 sq ft × depth in feet ÷ 27 = cubic yards. One cubic yard of compost covers 324 sq ft at 1" · 162 sq ft at 2" · 108 sq ft at 3".
Compost compresses — if it will sit in a pile for weeks before spreading, order about 10% extra.
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