Square Meter to Acre Converter
Convert Square Meters to Acres
Quick Conversions
How to Convert Square Meters to Acres
To convert from square meters (m²) to acres (ac), you divide the area in square meters by 4046.86. For more information about square meters as a unit of measurement, visit our square meters page.
Formula
Acres = Square Meters / 4046.86
or
ac = m² / 4046.86
Step-by-step process
- Take the area in square meters.
- Divide it by 4046.86.
- The result is the equivalent area in acres.
Examples
- 1000 m² = 1000 / 4046.86 = 0.2471 ac
- 2000 m² = 2000 / 4046.86 = 0.4942 ac
- 4046.86 m² = 4046.86 / 4046.86 = 1 ac
- 5000 m² = 5000 / 4046.86 = 1.2355 ac
When to Convert Square Meters to Acres
This conversion is useful for measuring land area, especially in countries that use imperial units.
Real Estate
Property sizes are often advertised in acres in countries like the United States, making this conversion essential for international buyers or sellers.
Agriculture
Farm sizes and agricultural plots are commonly measured in acres.
Common Square Meters to Acres Conversions
Here is a table of common conversions for quick reference:
| Square Meters (m²) | Acres (ac) | Square Meters (m²) | Acres (ac) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 | 0.0247 | 5000 | 1.2355 |
| 200 | 0.0494 | 10000 | 2.471 |
| 500 | 0.1236 | 20000 | 4.942 |
| 1000 | 0.2471 | 50000 | 12.355 |
| 2000 | 0.4942 | 100000 | 24.71 |
| 3000 | 0.7413 | 200000 | 49.42 |
| 4000 | 0.9884 | 500000 | 123.55 |
| 4046.86 | 1 | 1000000 | 247.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many square meters are in an acre?
There are 4046.86 square meters in an acre.
How do I convert acres to square meters?
To convert from acres to square meters, you multiply the area in acres by 4046.86. For example, 2 ac is equal to 2 * 4046.86 = 8093.72 m².