How Many 80 lb Bags of Concrete Are in a Yard?
45 bags. Each 80 lb bag yields 0.60 cubic feet, and a cubic yard is 27 cubic feet (27 divided by 0.60 = 45).
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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 80 lb bags in a yard?
45 bags. Each 80 lb bag yields 0.60 cubic feet, and a cubic yard is 27 cubic feet (27 divided by 0.60 = 45).
How much does a yard of concrete in 80 lb bags cost?
About $314 for 45 bags at current prices, before the effort of mixing each one by hand.
How many 80 lb bags are on a pallet?
A standard pallet holds about 42 bags of 80 lb concrete, close to a full cubic yard.