How Many Cubic Feet in a Cubic Yard?

There are 27 cubic feet in a cubic yard. This is based on 1 yard = 3 feet, so 1 cubic yard = 3 x 3 x 3 = 27 cubic feet.

How many cubic feet in a cubic yard? — see the answer and conversion table below.

Use the related converter below for custom values.

Formula

Answer: There are 27 cubic feet in a cubic yard. This is based on 1 yard = 3 feet, so 1 cubic yard = 3 x 3 x 3 = 27 cubic feet.

Example

Question: How many cubic feet in a cubic yard? Answer: There are 27 cubic feet in a cubic yard. This is based on 1 yard = 3 feet, so 1 cubic yard = 3 x 3 x 3 = 27 cubic feet.

How to Use

  1. Read the direct answer at the top of the page
  2. Check the conversion table for common values
  3. Use the related converter for custom values
  4. Browse the FAQ for common follow-up questions

Frequently Asked Questions

How many cubic feet in a yard of concrete?

There are 27 cubic feet in 1 cubic yard of concrete. A standard 80-lb bag of concrete yields about 0.6 cubic feet.

How many cubic feet in a yard of mulch?

There are 27 cubic feet in 1 cubic yard of mulch. A standard bag of mulch (2 cu ft) means about 13.5 bags per yard.

How many cubic yards in a dump truck?

A standard dump truck holds 10-14 cubic yards. A small pickup holds 1-2.5 cubic yards.

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