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Concrete Slab Calculator

Calculate cubic yards for a slab or driveway, 80-lb bags for small pours, and a rough material cost. Free concrete calculator for contractors and DIYers.

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Cubic yards formula

Length × width × (thickness in inches ÷ 12) ÷ 27 = cubic yards. Add 5–10% for over-excavation and spillage. An 80-lb bag yields about 0.6 cubic feet.

For contractors: price the whole job

Concrete is only part of the cost. Demo, base, reinforcement, forms, finishing labor, pump, short-load fees and haul-off all need to be priced to your margin.

FAQ

How many yards for a 24x24 slab at 4 inches?

About 7.1 cubic yards, so order 7.5–8.

How many 80-lb bags make a yard?

About 45 bags per cubic yard.