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Calculate how many cubic yards of concrete you need for a slab, walkway, or pad.

Details

4 inches is standard for walkways/patios; driveways often use 5-6 inches.

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About This Calculator

This calculator computes the volume of concrete needed for a slab, driveway, walkway, or pad based on its length, width, and thickness, converting to cubic yards — the standard unit concrete is typically ordered in.

How This Is Calculated

Volume (cubic yards) = (Length × Width × Thickness in feet) ÷ 27

A 20×10 ft slab at 4 inches thick needs about 2.47 cubic yards of concrete.

Assumptions

  • Assumes a flat, rectangular pour area — irregular shapes need to be broken into rectangular sections and summed.
  • Does not include rebar, forms, or labor costs.

Frequently Asked Questions

Concrete is a three-dimensional volume, not a flat area — thickness matters as much as length and width, so ready-mix suppliers measure and sell it by cubic yard.

Last updated January 15, 2026. Results are estimates for informational purposes only — read our disclaimer.