Square Meter to Square Kilometer Converter
Convert Square Meters to Square Kilometers
Quick Conversions
How to Convert Square Meters to Square Kilometers
To convert from square meters (m²) to square kilometers (km²), you divide the area in square meters by 1,000,000. For more information about square meters as a unit of measurement, visit our square meters page.
Formula
Square Kilometers = Square Meters / 1,000,000
or
km² = m² / 1,000,000
Step-by-step process
- Take the area in square meters.
- Divide it by 1,000,000.
- The result is the equivalent area in square kilometers.
Examples
- 10,000 m² = 10,000 / 1,000,000 = 0.01 km²
- 500,000 m² = 500,000 / 1,000,000 = 0.5 km²
- 1,000,000 m² = 1,000,000 / 1,000,000 = 1 km²
- 5,000,000 m² = 5,000,000 / 1,000,000 = 5 km²
When to Convert Square Meters to Square Kilometers
This conversion is useful for measuring large areas of land.
Geography and Cartography
Square kilometers are the standard unit for measuring the area of countries, cities, and other large geographical features.
Land Management
Government agencies and private organizations use square kilometers to manage large tracts of land, such as national parks and forests.
Common Square Meters to Square Kilometers Conversions
Here is a table of common conversions for quick reference:
| Square Meters (m²) | Square Kilometers (km²) | Square Meters (m²) | Square Kilometers (km²) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1,000 | 0.001 | 1,000,000 | 1 |
| 5,000 | 0.005 | 2,000,000 | 2 |
| 10,000 | 0.01 | 5,000,000 | 5 |
| 50,000 | 0.05 | 10,000,000 | 10 |
| 100,000 | 0.1 | ||
| 250,000 | 0.25 | ||
| 500,000 | 0.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many square meters are in a square kilometer?
There are 1,000,000 square meters in a square kilometer.
How do I convert square kilometers to square meters?
To convert from square kilometers to square meters, you multiply the area in square kilometers by 1,000,000. For example, 2 km² is equal to 2 * 1,000,000 = 2,000,000 m².