Square Feet to Square Yards Converter
Convert square feet (sq ft) to square yards (sq yd) instantly. Type a value — the result updates as you type, and the swap button converts the other way.
Square Feet to Square Yards formula
sq yd = sq ft ÷ 9
1 square foot = 0.1111 square yards · 1 square yard = 9 square feet
To convert square feet to square yards, divide the value by 9. For example, 144 sq ft:
sq yd = 144 ÷ 9sq yd = 16
So 144 sq ft = 16 sq yd.
Mental math shortcut
This conversion is exact, so there is no need to estimate: just divide by 9.
Square Feet to Square Yards conversion table
Square Yards back to Square Feet
The same values converted the other way, rounded for everyday use:
| Square yards | Square feet |
|---|---|
| 1 sq yd | 9 sq ft |
| 5.56 sq yd | 50.04 sq ft |
| 11.11 sq yd | 99.99 sq ft |
| 16 sq yd | 144 sq ft |
| 22.22 sq yd | 199.98 sq ft |
| 55.56 sq yd | 500.04 sq ft |
| 111.11 sq yd | 999.99 sq ft |
About the units
Square feet (sq ft)
A square foot is the area of a square 1 foot on each side, exactly 0.09290304 m². It is used for floor areas in the US.
Square yards (sq yd)
A square yard is 9 square feet (3 ft × 3 ft). Carpet and fabric are often sold by the square yard.
Frequently asked questions
How many square yards are in a square foot?
One square foot equals 0.1111 square yards.
What is 144 Square Feet in Square Yards?
144 sq ft = 16 sq yd.
How do I convert Square Yards back to Square Feet?
Multiply the square yards by 9. Or use the Square Yards to Square Feet converter.