Square Kilometer to Square Mile Converter
Convert Square Kilometers to Square Miles
Quick Conversions
How to Convert Square Kilometers to Square Miles
To convert from square kilometers (km²) to square miles (mi²), you divide the area in square kilometers by 2.58999. For more information about square kilometers as a unit of measurement, visit our square kilometers page.
Formula
Square Miles = Square Kilometers / 2.58999
or
mi² = km² / 2.58999
Step-by-step process
- Take the area in square kilometers.
- Divide it by 2.58999.
- The result is the equivalent area in square miles.
Examples
- 1 km² = 1 / 2.58999 = 0.386102 mi²
- 2 km² = 2 / 2.58999 = 0.772204 mi²
- 5 km² = 5 / 2.58999 = 1.93051 mi²
- 10 km² = 10 / 2.58999 = 3.86102 mi²
When to Convert Square Kilometers to Square Miles
This conversion is useful for measuring very large areas, such as countries or continents.
Geography and Cartography
Square miles are used to measure the area of large landmasses, such as countries, states, or large geographical regions.
Environmental Science
Environmental studies often involve analyzing large areas of land, such as ecosystems or conservation areas, where square miles are a suitable unit.
Common Square Kilometers to Square Miles Conversions
Here is a table of common conversions for quick reference:
| Square Kilometers (km²) | Square Miles (mi²) | Square Kilometers (km²) | Square Miles (mi²) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0.3861 | 20 | 7.722 |
| 2 | 0.7722 | 30 | 11.583 |
| 3 | 1.1583 | 40 | 15.444 |
| 4 | 1.5444 | 50 | 19.305 |
| 5 | 1.9305 | 60 | 23.166 |
| 6 | 2.3166 | 70 | 27.027 |
| 7 | 2.7027 | 80 | 30.888 |
| 8 | 3.0888 | 90 | 34.749 |
| 9 | 3.4749 | 100 | 38.61 |
| 10 | 3.861 | 250 | 96.525 |
| 15 | 5.7915 | 500 | 193.05 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many square miles are in a square kilometer?
There are approximately 0.386102 square miles in a square kilometer.
How do I convert square miles to square kilometers?
To convert from square miles to square kilometers, you multiply the area in square miles by 2.58999. For example, 1 mi² is equal to 1 * 2.58999 = 2.58999 km².