Shapes / Free tool

Concrete Column Calculator

Calculate round or rectangular column volume for the dimensions and quantity in your plan.

Your project

Project sketchFrom your inputs
Section: 12 in × 12 in8 ft
Schematic, not to scale. Drawn pieces do not represent the purchase count.
Editable planning allowance; actual waste varies.
Example: QUIKRETE #1101, 80 lb. Check your product label.

How the calculation works

Rectangular volume = section width × section depth × height × count. Round volume = π × radius² × height × count.

A worked example

Two 12 × 12 in rectangular columns at 8 ft high require 16 ft³ before allowance.

What to check before using the result

  • Subtract separately modeled voids if present.
  • Dimensions and reinforcement must be specified independently of this quantity tool.

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References & product information

Method prepared 2026-10-21. See our calculation and editorial methods. Spotted a problem? Tell us about it.