Acre to Square Meter Converter
Convert Acres to Square Meters
Quick Conversions
How to Convert Acres to Square Meters
To convert from acres (ac) to square meters (m²), you multiply the area in acres by 4046.86. For more information about acres as a unit of measurement, visit our acres page.
Formula
Square Meters = Acres × 4046.86
or
m² = ac × 4046.86
Step-by-step process
- Take the area in acres.
- Multiply it by 4046.86.
- The result is the equivalent area in square meters.
Examples
- 0.1 ac = 0.1 × 4046.86 = 404.686 m²
- 0.5 ac = 0.5 × 4046.86 = 2023.43 m²
- 1 ac = 1 × 4046.86 = 4046.86 m²
- 5 ac = 5 × 4046.86 = 20234.3 m²
When to Convert Acres to Square Meters
This conversion is useful when working with land measurements in countries that use metric units.
Real Estate
Property sizes are often advertised in acres in countries like the United States, and converting to square meters can be useful for international comparisons.
Agriculture
Farm sizes and agricultural plots are commonly measured in acres, but converting to square meters can be useful for detailed planning.
Common Acres to Square Meters Conversions
Here is a table of common conversions for quick reference:
| Acres (ac) | Square Meters (m²) | Acres (ac) | Square Meters (m²) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.1 | 404.686 | 10 | 40,468.6 |
| 0.2 | 809.372 | 20 | 80,937.2 |
| 0.5 | 2,023.43 | 50 | 202,343 |
| 1 | 4,046.86 | 100 | 404,686 |
| 2 | 8,093.72 | 200 | 809,372 |
| 5 | 20,234.3 | 500 | 2,023,430 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many square meters are in an acre?
There are 4046.86 square meters in an acre.
How do I convert square meters to acres?
To convert from square meters to acres, you divide the area in square meters by 4046.86. For example, 10,000 m² is equal to 10,000 / 4046.86 = 2.471 ac.