Square Meters to Hectares Converter
Convert square meters (m²) to hectares (ha) instantly. Type a value — the result updates as you type, and the swap button converts the other way.
Square Meters to Hectares formula
ha = m² ÷ 10000
1 square meter = 0.0001 hectares · 1 hectare = 10000 square meters
To convert square meters to hectares, divide the value by 10000. For example, 5000 m²:
ha = 5000 ÷ 10000ha = 0.5
So 5000 m² = 0.5 ha.
Mental math shortcut
This conversion is exact, so there is no need to estimate: just divide by 10,000.
Square Meters to Hectares conversion table
Hectares back to Square Meters
The same values converted the other way, rounded for everyday use:
| Hectares | Square meters |
|---|---|
| 0.1 ha | 1000 m² |
| 0.5 ha | 5000 m² |
| 1 ha | 10000 m² |
| 5 ha | 50000 m² |
| 10 ha | 100000 m² |
About the units
Square meters (m²)
A square meter is the SI unit of area. 1 m² ≈ 10.764 square feet.
Hectares (ha)
A hectare is 10,000 square meters (100 m × 100 m), about 2.471 acres. It is the metric unit for land.
Frequently asked questions
How many hectares are in a square meter?
One square meter equals 0.0001 hectares.
What is 5000 Square Meters in Hectares?
5000 m² = 0.5 ha.
How do I convert Hectares back to Square Meters?
Multiply the hectares by 10000.