Area Converter
Convert between square meters, hectares, square feet, acres, and more area units.
The Area Converter converts between metric and imperial area units. Whether you are measuring land, floor space, or any surface, this tool handles all common area units.
Supported Units
- Metric: Square millimeters, Square centimeters, Square meters, Hectares, Square kilometers
- Imperial: Square inches, Square feet, Acres, Square miles
Key Conversion Factors
1 square meter = 10.7639 square feet. 1 hectare = 10,000 m² = 2.47105 acres. 1 acre = 43,560 square feet. 1 square mile = 640 acres = 2.59 km². 1 square kilometer = 100 hectares.
Area conversions are critical in real estate, agriculture, construction, and land surveying. Understanding the relationship between hectares, acres, and square meters helps when dealing with property listings and land measurements across different countries.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many square feet are in an acre?
One acre equals 43,560 square feet. An acre is roughly the size of a football field (which is 48,000 sq ft including end zones).
What is a hectare?
A hectare is a metric unit of area equal to 10,000 square meters (100m × 100m). It equals approximately 2.471 acres.
How do I convert square meters to square feet?
Multiply by 10.7639. For example, 100 m² = 1,076.39 sq ft. This is commonly needed for real estate conversions.