How much topsoil for a 20 ft × 24 ft?

A 20 ft × 24 ft topsoil project is pre-filled below. Adjust any value to match your exact job.

Quick answerA 20 ft × 24 ft topsoil project needs 5.93 cubic yards (bulk) — buy 6.22 to cover waste — about $155.5–$311 in materials (US national average, 2026).
Your project
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You need
6.22cubic yards (bulk)
Exact need: 5.93 cubic yards (bulk) · plus 5% waste allowance
Material cost
$155.5–$311
Installed (US avg)
$482–$753
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Items to buy with quantity and price range
ITEMQTYPRICE RANGE
cubic yards (bulk)6.22$155.5–$311
Estimated material total$155.5–$311
Alternative buy formats
  • 224 × 40 lb bags — $672–$1,344

20 ft × 24 ft at different depths

20 ft × 24 ft footprint of topsoil
DepthYou needBuy (with waste)Material cost
1″1.48 cubic yards (bulk)1.56 cubic yards (bulk)$39 – $78
2″2.96 cubic yards (bulk)3.11 cubic yards (bulk)$77.75 – $155.5
3″4.44 cubic yards (bulk)4.67 cubic yards (bulk)$116.75 – $233.5
4″5.93 cubic yards (bulk)6.22 cubic yards (bulk)$155.5 – $311
6″8.89 cubic yards (bulk)9.33 cubic yards (bulk)$233.25 – $466.5