How Many Bags of Mulch in a Yard?
A cubic yard of mulch is 27 cubic feet — about 13–14 standard 2-cubic-foot bags. Use the calculator to size your whole project.
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Planning more than one thing? Open the Yard Planner → to trace your whole yard over an aerial photo and total every material at once.
How to measure for mulch
- Measure the length and width of your area in feet.
- Multiply them for square feet (or just enter length and width above).
- Choose a depth — we default to 3 inches for mulch.
- Read your total in cubic yards, or the number of bags.
How Many Bags of Mulch in a Yard? coverage at a glance (3" deep)
| Area (sq ft) | Cubic yards | Bags |
|---|---|---|
| 100 | 1.0 | 14 |
| 200 | 2.0 | 28 |
| 300 | 3.1 | 42 |
| 500 | 5.1 | 69 |
| 1,000 | 10.2 | 138 |
Includes a 10% overage allowance. Estimates are low-fi — confirm with your supplier.
Frequently asked questions
How many bags of mulch are in a cubic yard?
With 2-cubic-foot bags, about 13–14 (27 ÷ 2 = 13.5). With 3-cubic-foot bags, 9.
When is bulk cheaper than bags?
Usually past about 8–10 bags. Beyond that, a bulk cubic yard typically costs less per cubic foot and saves trips.