Square Units Converter

Convert between various square measurement units accurately. Support for metric and imperial square units.

Converter

Result

Square Meter (m²)
0 m²
Square Kilometer (km²)
0 km²
Square Foot (ft²)
0 ft²
Square Inch (in²)
0 in²
Square Mile (mi²)
0 mi²

Formula & Guide

Conversion Formulas

Metric to Imperial

Imperial = Metric × Conversion Factor

Multiply metric value by conversion factor

Imperial to Metric

Metric = Imperial ÷ Conversion Factor

Divide imperial value by conversion factor

Formula Variables

1 m²

Square Meter

= 10.7639 ft² = 1,550 in²

1 km²

Square Kilometer

= 0.386102 mi² = 1,000,000 m²

1 ft²

Square Foot

= 144 in² = 0.092903 m²

1 in²

Square Inch

= 0.00064516 m² = 0.1550 in²

1 mi²

Square Mile

= 2589988.11 m² = 0.386102 mi²

Step-by-Step Scenario

Example Scenario

Value

50 m²

Target Unit

square feet

1

Identify Conversion Factor

  • 1 m² = 10.7639 ft²
2

Apply Conversion Formula

  • ft² = m² × 10.7639
  • ft² = 50 × 10.7639
ft² = 538.195

Additional Examples

Square Feet to Square Meters

Input: 100 ft²

Result

100 ÷ 10.7639 = 9.2903 m²

Square Kilometers to Square Miles

Input: 10 km²

Result

10 × 0.386102 = 3.86102 mi²

Characteristics of Square Units Conversion

Precise Factors

All conversions use exact conversion factors. For example, 1 m² = exactly 10.7639 ft², ensuring accurate results.

Multiple Units

Supports all common square units: metric (m², km²) and imperial (ft², in², mi²) for comprehensive conversion.

Instant Results

Real-time conversion as you type. All units are calculated simultaneously for easy comparison.

Bidirectional

Convert from any unit to any other unit. No need to convert to a base unit first.

Important Notes

  • Conversion factors are exact and standardized. 1 m² = exactly 10.7639 ft² by international agreement.
  • For practical measurements, round results to 2-4 decimal places. The calculator shows up to 6 decimals for precision.
  • Metric system is base-10, making conversions easier. Imperial system uses various conversion factors.
  • When converting large areas, square kilometers and square miles are more practical than square meters and square feet.
  • For construction and architecture, precise conversions are essential. Always verify critical measurements.

Frequently Asked Questions

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