Square Yard

yd²

Area of a 1-yard square

About Square Yard (yd²)

Equal to 9 square feet (approximately 0.836 square meters), the square yard is the traditional unit for pricing carpet, flooring, and fabric in the United States. When purchasing wall-to-wall carpeting, prices and quantities are typically quoted in square yards.

Category
Area
Symbol
yd²
Also known as
sq yd yd2 square yards

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Square Yard (yd²)?

Area of a 1-yard square

How many Square Foot (ft²) are in one Square Yard (yd²)?

One Square Yard (yd²) equals 9 Square Foot (ft²).

How many Square Meter (m²) are in one Square Yard (yd²)?

One Square Yard (yd²) equals 0.836127 Square Meter (m²).

How many Square Kilometer (km²) are in one Square Yard (yd²)?

One Square Yard (yd²) equals 8.361274 × 10⁻⁷ Square Kilometer (km²).

How do I convert Square Yard to Square Foot?

To convert Square Yard to Square Foot, multiply the value by 9 (1 yd² = 9 ft²).