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How Many Bags of Concrete for a 12x24 Shed Base?

A 12x24 slab at 4" needs 176 bags of 80 lb concrete.

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80 lb bags · estimated $1228.48 at $6.98/bag

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Estimated cost: ~$1228.48 (176 × $6.98/bag, Spring 2026 pricing)

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  • 176 × 80 lb concrete mix bags $1228.48 @ $6.98/bag (Spring 2026)Home Depot ↗Lowe's ↗
  • Wheelbarrow or mixing tub
  • Mixing hoe or drill paddle
  • Margin trowel or float
24 ft (W)12 ft (L)4 in (T)

Multi-bag comparison

Bag sizeBagsPrice/bagTotal
80 lbBest value176$6.98$1228.48
60 lb235$5.98$1405.30
40 lb352$4.98$1752.96

Prices are spring 2026 estimates. Above ~60 bags, price a ready-mix truck too — it is often cheaper.

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176 bags(80 lb)
$1228.48
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How this is calculated

We convert your dimensions to cubic feet, add a 10% waste buffer for spillage and an uneven subgrade, then divide by the bag's yield and round up to the next full bag.

FAQ

How many bags of concrete for a 12x24 shed base?

A 12x24 shed base at 4 inches needs about 176 bags of 80 lb or 235 bags of 60 lb concrete, including a 10% waste allowance.

How much does a 12x24 concrete shed base cost?

About $1228 in 80 lb bags at current prices. Above ~60 bags, a ready-mix truck is often cheaper — the page shows both.

How many cubic feet of concrete is a 12x24 slab at 4 inches?

About 96 cubic feet, or 105.6 cubic feet once the 10% waste buffer is added.