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Volumen Total
—Yardas Cúbicas
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Peso Estimado
—Toneladas
Basado en densidad de Tierra Vegetal (1.1 t/yd³)
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Equivalente en Sacos
— sacos (2.0 pies³)
Calculadora Gratuita de Tierra Vegetal
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Ingresa tus dimensiones en la Calculadora de Tierra Vegetal y descubre al instante cuántas yardas cúbicas pedir y su peso en toneladas.
Topsoil Coverage per Cubic Yard (by Depth)
| 1 inch deep | 324 sq ft |
| 2 inches deep | 162 sq ft |
| 3 inches deep | 108 sq ft |
| 4 inches deep | 81 sq ft |
| 6 inches deep | 54 sq ft |
| 12 inches deep | 27 sq ft |
Tierra Vegetal Guía de Referencia
Referencia de Densidad y Peso de Tierra Vegetal
| Sistema de Medición | Volumen Total | Peso Estimado |
|---|---|---|
| Imperial (EE. UU.) | 1 Yardas Cúbicas | 1.1 Toneladas (2,200 lbs) |
| Métrico (UE) | 1 m³ | 1.44 Tonnes (1,439 kg) |
* Nota: El peso exacto puede variar según el contenido de humedad y la compactación.
Topsoil Costs in 2026 (Estimates)
| Bulk screened topsoil, delivered (per cubic yard) | $25 – $45 |
| 40 lb bag (retail) | $2.50 – $4.00 |
| One cubic yard in 40 lb bags (36 bags) | $90 – $144 |
| Garden blend / raised bed mix (per cubic yard) | $35 – $55 |
| 4×8 raised bed, 12 in deep, bulk (about 1.2 cu yd) | $30 – $54 |
| 10 cubic yards screened, delivered (per cubic yard) | $22 – $40 |
Prices are 2026 US averages. Actual costs vary by region and supplier.
Topsoil Types Compared
| Screened Topsoil | Best for new lawns, seeding and top-dressing. Sifted free of rocks and roots. $25 – $45 per cubic yard delivered |
| Unscreened Topsoil | Best for filling low spots and rough grading on a budget. May contain rocks, roots and clumps. About $15 – $30 per cubic yard (estimate) |
| Garden Blend / Raised Bed Mix | Best for raised beds and vegetable gardens. Topsoil blended with compost for nutrients and drainage. About $35 – $55 per cubic yard (estimate) |
| Sandy Loam | Best for leveling under sod and improving drainage in clay soil. Lower in nutrients, so add compost for planting. About $25 – $40 per cubic yard (estimate) |
Yields based on manufacturer specifications. Always check the yield printed on your bag.
Profundidades Recomendadas para Tierra Vegetal
| Proyecto / Uso | Profundidad Recomendada |
|---|---|
| Nuevo Césped (Siembra) | 4–6 pulgadas |
| Resiembra de Césped Existente | 1–2 pulgadas |
| Jardinera Elevada | 8–12 pulgadas |
| Relleno para Plantar Árboles | 6–8 pulgadas |
Cómo Calcular el Volumen de Tierra Vegetal
La mayoría de los proveedores venden tierra vegetal por yarda cúbica. Para convertir el área a yardas cúbicas, usa esta fórmula:
Volume (cu yd) = (Length × Width × Depth) ÷ 27
Nuestra calculadora también multiplica el resultado por 1.1 toneladas/yd³ (la densidad estándar de tierra vegetal) para mostrar el peso estimado.
Topsoil Calculator: What Topsoil Is, Settling & Screened vs Unscreened
What Topsoil Actually Is
Topsoil is the top 6 to 12 inches of the earth, the dark layer where roots grow and organic matter collects. It is not the same as the pale subsoil beneath it, which landscapers sell as fill dirt. Good topsoil contains roughly 2 to 5 percent organic matter, along with the minerals and microbes that let grass seed germinate and vegetables thrive. When you spread 4 to 6 inches of it for a new lawn, you are giving roots a full season of growing room before they reach the poorer soil below. That depth is why our topsoil calculator asks for your target inches rather than guessing from area alone: at 4 inches, one cubic yard covers 81 square feet, while at 6 inches it covers only 54.The Settling Rule: Always Add 10 to 15 Percent
Loose topsoil is full of air pockets. After the first few waterings and rains, those pockets collapse and the layer you spread settles by 10 to 15 percent. A bed filled to exactly 12 inches will sit at roughly 10 to 10.5 inches within a month. This is the single most common reason people run short and make a second trip. The fix is simple: order 10 to 15 percent more than the raw math shows. For a 4x8 raised bed at 12 inches, the raw volume is about 1.2 cubic yards, so ordering 1.3 to 1.4 yards lands you at the right finished depth. The calculator above includes weight and bag estimates so you can plan for that extra material in whatever form you buy it.Screened vs Unscreened: Which Should You Buy?
Screened topsoil has been passed through a mesh (usually 1/2 to 3/4 inch) that removes rocks, roots, and clumps, leaving a fine, even material that rakes out smoothly. It is the right choice for lawns, seed beds, and any finish surface, at $25 to $45 per cubic yard delivered. Unscreened topsoil is the same soil before sifting: cheaper at roughly $15 to $30 per yard, but inconsistent, and a single load can hide stones the size of your fist. Use unscreened soil only where the surface will be buried or rough-graded, such as filling a large depression before a screened finish layer goes on top. For raised beds, skip both and buy a garden blend of topsoil and compost, which feeds plants from day one.Consejos de Expertos
1
Siempre ordena un 10–15% extra para compensar el asentamiento después de regar.
2
Prueba el pH de tu suelo antes de mezclar la tierra. La mayoría de los pastos prosperan entre 6.0 y 7.0 de pH.
3
Para pedidos grandes, un camión de volteo estándar tiene capacidad para 10 a 14 yardas cúbicas.
Preguntas Frecuentes
¿Qué tan profunda debe ser la tierra para un césped nuevo?▼
Para un césped nuevo, coloca de 4 a 6 pulgadas de tierra vegetal. Usa la Calculadora de Tierra Vegetal para obtener el volumen.
¿Cómo estima el peso la Calculadora de Tierra Vegetal?▼
Una yarda cúbica seca pesa unas 2,000 lbs (1 tonelada). Mojada, puede pesar hasta 2,600 lbs (1.3 toneladas).
¿Cuántos pies cuadrados cubre una yarda?▼
Cubre unos 100 pies cuadrados a 3 pulgadas de profundidad, o 81 pies cuadrados a 4 pulgadas de profundidad.