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Sand Calculator
To calculate sand, enter the length, width, and depth; this tool returns the volume in cubic yards, the weight in tons, and a cost estimate. Sand weighs about 1.35 tons per cubic yard.
Real math, not AI guesses.
You need
0.5 tons
Estimated cost
~$20
- Volume
- 0.37 cu yd
- Tons (≈1.35 t/yd³)
- 0.5
Estimate only — actual quantities and prices vary by region and supplier. Verify with a professional before purchasing. Default price is a national average (as of 2026-06); edit it to match your supplier.
How to calculate sand
The formula: tons = (length × width × depth⁄12) ÷ 27 × 1.35
- Measure the length and width in feet and the depth in inches.
- Multiply length × width × (depth ÷ 12) for cubic feet, then divide by 27 for cubic yards.
- Multiply cubic yards by 1.35 to estimate tons.
- A 1 inch sand bed is typical under pavers.
Prices shown are national averages (as of 2026-06) and vary by region, brand, and supplier. They are estimates, not quotes.
Sand FAQ
How much sand do I need for paver base?+
For a 12 ft × 10 ft patio with a 1 inch sand bed, you need about 0.37 cubic yards, or roughly half a ton of sand.
How many cubic yards in a ton of sand?+
Sand weighs about 1.35 tons per cubic yard, so one ton is roughly 0.74 cubic yards.