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Area Converter

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Convert area units quickly with our Area Converter. Supports metric, imperial units including square meters, feet, acres, hectares.

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Change any value and the other will be calculated automatically

Square Meter (m²)

Square Kilometer (km²)

Square Centimeter (cm²)

Square Millimeter (mm²)

Square Decimeter (dm²)

Square Dekameter (dam²)

Square Hectometer (hm²)

Hectare (ha)

Acre (ac)

Square Foot (ft²)

Square Yard (yd²)

Square Mile (mi²)

Square Inch (in²)

Square Micrometer (µm²)

Square Nanometer (nm²)

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Guide

Convert between different area units quickly and accurately with our Area Converter. This tool supports conversions between metric, imperial, and other area measurement units including square meters, square feet, acres, hectares, and more.

Supported Area Units

Our converter supports a comprehensive range of area measurement units:

Unit Type	Available Units	Common Uses
Metric	Square millimeter (mm²), Square centimeter (cm²), Square meter (m²), Square kilometer (km²)	International standards, scientific calculations
Imperial/US	Square inch (in²), Square foot (ft²), Square yard (yd²), Square mile (mi²)	US construction, real estate
Land Area	Acre, Hectare	Agriculture, land measurement
Other	Are, Square rod, Square chain	Specialized measurements

Key Features

Instant Conversion: Real-time calculations as you type
High Precision: Accurate results with multiple decimal places
Bidirectional: Convert from any unit to any other unit
Formula Display: Shows conversion formula for learning
Mobile Friendly: Works on all devices and screen sizes

How to Use the Area Converter

Enter the area value you want to convert in the first input field
Select the unit you’re converting from using the dropdown menu
Choose the target unit from the second dropdown menu
The converted result appears instantly in the second field
View the conversion formula below for reference

Common Area Conversions

Here are some frequently used area conversion reference points:

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From	To	Multiply by	Example
Square meters	Square feet	10.764	1 m² = 10.764 ft²
Square feet	Square meters	0.0929	1 ft² = 0.0929 m²
Acres	Square meters	4,047	1 acre = 4,047 m²
Hectares	Acres	2.471	1 hectare = 2.471 acres
Square kilometers	Square miles	0.386	1 km² = 0.386 mi²

Applications and Use Cases

Real Estate: Calculate property sizes and compare listings
Construction: Plan building projects and material requirements
Agriculture: Measure farmland, crop areas, and yields
Education: Solve math problems and learn metric conversions
Engineering: Design specifications and technical drawings
International Trade: Convert between different measurement systems

Understanding Area Measurements

Area represents the amount of space inside a two-dimensional shape. Different countries and industries use various units:

Metric System: Used worldwide, based on powers of 10
Imperial System: Common in the US and UK for everyday measurements
Land Units: Specialized units like acres and hectares for large areas

The National Institute of Standards and Technology maintains official conversion standards, while BIPM oversees international metric definitions.

 FAQ

What is the most accurate way to convert area units?

Use precise conversion factors and avoid rounding intermediate steps. Our converter uses exact mathematical relationships defined by international standards to ensure maximum accuracy.
Can I convert between metric and imperial area units?

Yes, our converter seamlessly handles conversions between all measurement systems including metric (square meters, centimeters), imperial (square feet, inches), and specialized units like acres and hectares.
How many square feet are in an acre?

One acre equals exactly 43,560 square feet. This is a standard conversion used in real estate and land measurement throughout the United States.
What's the difference between hectare and acre?

A hectare is a metric unit equal to 10,000 square meters, while an acre is an imperial unit equal to 43,560 square feet. One hectare equals approximately 2.47 acres.
Why do I need to convert area measurements?

Area conversions are essential for international business, construction projects, real estate transactions, scientific research, and when working with plans or specifications from different countries that use different measurement systems.