Square Footage Calculator

Calculate the area in square feet for rooms, lots, and various shapes. Convert between area units.

Result

Total Area

300.00 sq ft

Calculation

Rectangle: 20.00 ft x 15.00 ft
Area = length x width = 300.00 sq ft

Conversions

Area per unit300.00 sq ft
Quantity1
Total area300.00 sq ft
Square meters27.87 m²
Square yards33.33 sq yd
Acres0.0069 acres
Calculation Complete

A square footage calculator computes the area of rooms, lots, or irregularly shaped spaces from length and width measurements.

Select the shape of the area, choose your measurement unit, enter the dimensions, and optionally set a quantity if you have multiple identical areas. The calculator converts all inputs to square feet.

Examples

Room measurement

A 12 ft x 15 ft room = 180 sq ft. This is about 16.7 square meters.

Circular patio

A circular patio with 8 ft radius: Area = pi x 64 = 201.06 sq ft.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many square feet in an acre?
1 acre = 43,560 square feet. The calculator shows the acre equivalent for any area.
How do I measure an irregular room?
Break the room into rectangles and triangles, calculate each separately, then add the areas together. For four-sided irregular shapes, enter the four side lengths.

Quick Tips

  • •For L-shaped rooms, calculate each rectangle separately and add them together.
  • •When measuring in inches, the calculator converts to feet automatically.
  • •Use the quantity field for repeating areas like identical tiles or rooms.