Area Converter
Convert between 15+ area units instantly with our free area converter. See all conversions at once—square feet to square meters, acres to hectares, and more. Supports metric (m², km², hectares), imperial (ft², acres, sq miles), and regional units (bigha, marla, cent, guntha). Perfect for real estate, construction, agriculture, and land measurement. Key conversions: 1 m² = 10.764 ft² | 1 acre = 4,047 m² | 1 hectare = 2.471 acres.
Quick Area Conversion Reference
Area measures two-dimensional space. Here are the most common conversions you need to know:
Acres ↔ Hectares: 1 acre = 0.4047 ha | 1 ha = 2.471 acres
Acres ↔ Square Feet: 1 acre = 43,560 ft² | 1 acre = 4,047 m²
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📋 Area Conversion Tables
Quick reference tables for the most common area unit conversions:
Square Feet to Square Meters Conversion
| Square Feet (ft²) | Square Meters (m²) | Square Yards (yd²) | Acres |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 | 9.29 | 11.11 | 0.0023 |
| 500 | 46.45 | 55.56 | 0.0115 |
| 1,000 | 92.90 | 111.11 | 0.0230 |
| 2,000 | 185.81 | 222.22 | 0.0459 |
| 5,000 | 464.52 | 555.56 | 0.1148 |
| 10,000 | 929.03 | 1,111.11 | 0.2296 |
| 43,560 | 4,046.86 | 4,840 | 1.0000 |
| 100,000 | 9,290.30 | 11,111.11 | 2.2957 |
Acres to Hectares Conversion
| Acres | Hectares (ha) | Square Meters (m²) | Square Feet (ft²) | Square Miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.25 | 0.101 | 1,012 | 10,890 | 0.00039 |
| 0.5 | 0.202 | 2,023 | 21,780 | 0.00078 |
| 1 | 0.405 | 4,047 | 43,560 | 0.00156 |
| 2 | 0.809 | 8,094 | 87,120 | 0.00313 |
| 5 | 2.023 | 20,234 | 217,800 | 0.00781 |
| 10 | 4.047 | 40,469 | 435,600 | 0.01563 |
| 100 | 40.469 | 404,686 | 4,356,000 | 0.15625 |
| 640 | 259.00 | 2,589,988 | 27,878,400 | 1.0000 |
Regional Units Conversion (Bigha, Marla, Kanal)
| Unit | Square Feet (ft²) | Square Meters (m²) | Acres | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Marla | 272.25 | 25.29 | 0.00625 | Pakistan/Punjab standard |
| 1 Kanal | 5,445 | 505.86 | 0.125 | = 20 Marla |
| 1 Bigha (UP) | 27,225 | 2,529.29 | 0.625 | Uttar Pradesh standard |
| 1 Cent | 435.6 | 40.47 | 0.01 | South India (1/100 acre) |
| 1 Guntha | 1,089 | 101.17 | 0.025 | Maharashtra/Karnataka |
| 1 Ground | 2,400 | 222.97 | 0.0551 | Tamil Nadu/Chennai |
📏 Visual Size Comparisons for Area Units
1 Square Meter
About the size of a large doormat or small rug. Roughly 10.76 square feet. A single parking space is about 12-15 m².
100 Square Feet
Size of a small bathroom or walk-in closet. Equals 9.29 m² or about 11 square yards. A typical bedroom is 100-150 ft².
1,000 Square Feet
A small apartment or modest home. Equals 92.9 m² or about 0.023 acres. Typical 1-2 bedroom apartment size.
1 Acre
About 75% of a football field. Equals 43,560 ft² or 4,047 m². A typical suburban lot is 0.25-0.5 acres.
1 Hectare
Size of 2.5 football fields. Equals 10,000 m² or 2.47 acres. Used globally for measuring farmland.
1 Square Mile
About 640 acres or 259 hectares. Size of a small town. Manhattan is about 23 square miles.
Area Conversion Formulas
Master these key formulas to convert between any area units:
• Square Meters to Square Feet: m² × 10.7639 = ft²
• Square Feet to Square Meters: ft² × 0.0929 = m²
Land Units:
• Acres to Hectares: acres × 0.4047 = hectares
• Hectares to Acres: hectares × 2.4711 = acres
• Acres to Square Feet: acres × 43,560 = ft²
• Hectares to Square Meters: hectares × 10,000 = m²
Pro Tip: 1 acre = 43,560 ft² = 4,840 yd² = 4,046.86 m² = 0.4047 ha
🔍 Frequently Asked Questions About Area Conversion
How many square feet are in a square meter?
There are 10.7639 square feet in one square meter. To convert m² to ft², multiply the square meters by 10.7639. For example: 50 m² × 10.7639 = 538.2 ft².
How do I convert square feet to square meters?
To convert square feet to square meters, divide by 10.7639 or multiply by 0.0929. Formula: ft² ÷ 10.7639 = m². Example: 1,000 ft² = 92.9 m².
How many square feet are in an acre?
There are exactly 43,560 square feet in one acre. This is the standard definition used in the US and UK. One acre also equals 4,840 square yards or 4,046.86 square meters.
How many acres are in a hectare?
There are approximately 2.471 acres in one hectare. Conversely, 1 acre = 0.4047 hectares. Hectares are the standard metric unit for measuring land area globally.
How many square meters are in a hectare?
There are exactly 10,000 square meters in one hectare. A hectare is defined as a 100m × 100m square. This makes metric land calculations straightforward.
How many acres are in a square mile?
There are exactly 640 acres in one square mile. A square mile equals 5,280 ft × 5,280 ft = 27,878,400 square feet, or approximately 2.59 square kilometers.
What is a bigha and how big is it?
A bigha is a traditional Indian land unit that varies by region. In Uttar Pradesh, 1 bigha = 27,225 ft² (0.625 acres). In Punjab it's smaller (~9,070 ft²). Always verify the local definition.
How many marla are in a kanal?
There are exactly 20 marla in 1 kanal. One kanal equals 5,445 square feet or 505.86 square meters. This unit is common in Pakistan and North India for property measurement.
What is a cent in land measurement?
A cent is 1/100th of an acre, equal to 435.6 square feet or 40.47 square meters. It's commonly used in South India (Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka) for measuring small land plots.
How do I convert square yards to square feet?
Multiply square yards by 9 to get square feet (1 yd = 3 ft, so 1 yd² = 9 ft²). Example: 100 square yards = 900 square feet.
What is the difference between area and perimeter?
Area measures the space inside a shape (in square units like m² or ft²). Perimeter measures the distance around the outside (in linear units like m or ft).
How do I calculate the area of an irregular shape?
Break the irregular shape into regular shapes (rectangles, triangles, circles), calculate each area separately, then add them together. For very complex shapes, use surveying tools or GPS.
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❓ Area Converter FAQ
There are 10.7639 square feet in one square meter. To convert square meters to square feet, multiply by 10.7639. For the reverse conversion (ft² to m²), divide by 10.7639 or multiply by 0.0929.
There are exactly 43,560 square feet in one acre. This equals 4,840 square yards, 4,046.86 square meters, or 0.4047 hectares. An acre is about 90% the size of an American football field.
To convert acres to hectares, multiply by 0.4047. For example: 5 acres × 0.4047 = 2.02 hectares. To convert hectares to acres, multiply by 2.4711. One hectare is slightly less than 2.5 acres.
Metric units (m², hectares, km²) use powers of 10 and are standard worldwide. Imperial units (ft², acres, sq miles) are used mainly in the US, UK, and former British colonies. Metric is simpler for calculations while imperial is traditional.
These are traditional land measurement units used in India and Pakistan. Marla (272.25 ft²) is the smallest, kanal (20 marla = 5,445 ft²) is medium, and bigha (varies by region, ~27,225 ft² in UP) is largest. Sizes vary by region, so always verify locally.
There are exactly 640 acres in one square mile. This relationship comes from the US Public Land Survey System. One square mile also equals 2.59 square kilometers or 259 hectares.
Our converter uses precise mathematical conversion factors based on international standards. Results are accurate to several decimal places. For legal or official purposes, always verify with a licensed surveyor or official documentation.
Yes, this tool is excellent for converting property sizes between units for valuations, comparisons, and listings. However, for official legal documents and transactions, always use professionally surveyed measurements and consult with licensed real estate professionals.
This area converter and its conversion factors have been verified against international measurement standards for accuracy.
Last reviewed and updated: February 15, 2026
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