Area Unit Converter
A powerful, visual tool for converting area measurements. Easily switch between metric and imperial units like square meters, square feet, acres, and hectares with our interactive grid.
Visual Area Reference
Football Field (NFL)
~1.32 acres (including end zones)
Basketball Court
~436.6 m² (NBA standard)
One Acre
43,560 sq ft (approx 75% of a football field)
How to Use This Tool
Pick Your Unit
Select the unit you want to convert FROM by clicking its card.
Input Number
Type the area value into the input box that highlights.
Instant Results
Watch as all other units automatically update to match.
Understanding Area Measurement
Area quantifies the extent of a two-dimensional surface. Unlike length (1D) or volume (3D), area focuses strictly on the "flat" space within a boundary. It's essential for land surveys, floor plans, and construction projects.
Measurements can vary significantly depending on location. The Metric system (meters) is the standard for most scientific and international applications, while the Imperial system (feet, acres) largely dominates US real estate and land management.
The Metric System
Scientific Standard
Based on the meter, scaling by powers of ten. Common in Europe, Asia, and science.
- Square Meter (m²): The fundamental unit for area.
- Hectare (ha): 10,000 m². Standard for agriculture and land planning.
- Square Kilometer (km²): 1 million m². Used for cities and countries.
Imperial & US Customary
Traditional Units
Still widely used in the USA, UK, and some Caribbean nations for everyday measurement.
- Square Foot (sq ft): 144 square inches. The standard for homes/apartments.
- Acre (ac): 43,560 sq ft. The standard for plot land sizes.
- Square Mile (sq mi): 640 acres. Used for large geographical regions.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many acres are in a hectare?
One hectare is equivalent to approximately 2.471 acres. A helpful way to visualize it: a hectare is roughly two and a half times larger than an acre.
What does "sq ft" mean?
"Sq ft" stands for square feet. It is the area of a square with sides that measure one foot in length. It is the most common unit for pricing and measuring residential property in the United States.
How do I calculate the area of a room?
For a standard rectangular room, simply measure the Length and the Width of the room in feet. Multiply these two numbers (Length × Width) to get the area in square feet.