How Many Bags of Concrete Are in a Yard?
One cubic yard is 27 cubic feet. That is 45 bags of 80 lb, 60 bags of 60 lb, or 90 bags of 40 lb concrete.
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Bag prices as of Spring 2026: 80 lb $6.98 · 60 lb $5.98 · 40 lb $4.98
| Bag size | Yield (cu ft) | Price | Cost / cu ft | Bags per yard | Bags per pallet |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 80 lb | 0.60 | $6.98 | $11.63 | 45 | 42 |
| 60 lb | 0.45 | $5.98 | $13.29 | 60 | 56 |
| 40 lb | 0.30 | $4.98 | $16.60 | 90 | 80 |
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How this is calculated
These figures come straight from each bag's cubic-foot yield — no project waste buffer applied, since they're fixed reference conversions.
FAQ
How many bags of concrete make a yard?
One cubic yard is 27 cubic feet. That is 45 bags of 80 lb, 60 bags of 60 lb, or 90 bags of 40 lb concrete.
How many 80 lb bags are in a yard of concrete?
45 bags of 80 lb concrete make one cubic yard, since each bag yields 0.60 cubic feet (27 divided by 0.60 = 45).
Is it cheaper to buy bags or a yard of ready-mix?
For small jobs, bags are convenient. Once you approach a full yard (about 45 bags of 80 lb), a ready-mix truck is usually cheaper and far less work.