Square Feet to Acres Converter
Convert square feet (sq ft) to acres for land measurement
Square Feet to Acres Calculator
Enter area in square feet to convert to acres
0.000000 acres
acres = sq ft ÷ 43,560
Conversion Formula
Common Square Feet to Acres Conversions
Quick reference for property and land sizes
Small lot
1,000 sq ft
0.023 acres
Typical residential lot
5,000 sq ft
0.115 acres
Large residential lot
10,000 sq ft
0.230 acres
Half acre
21,780 sq ft
0.500 acres
One acre
43,560 sq ft
1.000 acres
Two acres
87,120 sq ft
2.000 acres
Five acres
217,800 sq ft
5.000 acres
Ten acres
435,600 sq ft
10.000 acres
What is an Acre?
An acre is a unit of area measurement equal to 43,560 square feet. It's commonly used for measuring land, farms, and large properties in the United States.
Why Convert to Acres?
Acres provide a more manageable way to express large areas. Instead of saying 87,120 square feet, you can simply say 2 acres, making it easier to understand and compare land sizes.
When Do You Need It?
Real estate transactions, property development, agricultural planning, zoning applications, and any situation involving large land measurements.
Conversion Examples
Step-by-Step Example:
Convert 87,120 sq ft to acres:
1. Divide by 43,560: 87,120 ÷ 43,560 = 2
Result: 87,120 sq ft = 2 acres
Helpful Facts
- •1 acre = 43,560 square feet exactly
- •1 acre ≈ 208.7 feet × 208.7 feet (square)
- •Football field ≈ 1.32 acres (including end zones)
- •Average home lot ≈ 0.2 acres (8,712 sq ft)
- •City block ≈ 2-5 acres depending on location