UnitSnapFeet to Meters
1 ft = 0.3048 m
Feet to meters comes up whenever American or British measurements must fit into metric paperwork. Architects share floor plans internationally, divers compare depth ratings, and pilots or hikers relate altitudes given in feet to metric maps. A foot is defined as exactly 0.3048 meters, which makes the conversion exact.
When you need to convert feet to meters
- Translating US room dimensions or ceiling heights into metric building specifications
- Comparing a mountain summit elevation in feet with a metric trail map
- Reading boat lengths listed in feet for a metric marina registration
- Checking dive depth ratings on gear sold in US markets
How to convert feet to meters
m = ft × 0.3048
Example: 5 ft = 1.524 m
Common lengths in feet
| Feet (ft) | Meters (m) |
|---|---|
| 1 ft | 0.3048 m |
| 3 ft | 0.9144 m |
| 5 ft | 1.524 m |
| 6 ft | 1.8288 m |
| 10 ft | 3.048 m |
| 20 ft | 6.096 m |
| 50 ft | 15.24 m |
| 100 ft | 30.48 m |
| 1,000 ft | 304.8 m |
Tips for converting feet to meters
- Multiply feet by 0.3 for a quick estimate. The result is about 1.6% low, close enough for trip planning.
- Dividing feet by 3.3 gives an even closer estimate, within about 1% of the exact value.
- Areas do not convert with the same factor. Square feet need the factor squared, so do not multiply square footage by 0.3048.
Feet to Meters conversion table
| Feet (ft) | Meters (m) |
|---|---|
| 1 ft | 0.3048 m |
| 2 ft | 0.6096 m |
| 3 ft | 0.9144 m |
| 4 ft | 1.2192 m |
| 5 ft | 1.524 m |
| 6 ft | 1.8288 m |
| 7 ft | 2.1336 m |
| 8 ft | 2.4384 m |
| 9 ft | 2.7432 m |
| 10 ft | 3.048 m |
| 15 ft | 4.572 m |
| 20 ft | 6.096 m |
| 25 ft | 7.62 m |
| 30 ft | 9.144 m |
| 40 ft | 12.192 m |
| 50 ft | 15.24 m |
| 75 ft | 22.86 m |
| 100 ft | 30.48 m |
| 250 ft | 76.2 m |
| 500 ft | 152.4 m |
| 1,000 ft | 304.8 m |
About the units
Feet: The foot is an imperial and US customary unit of length equal to 12 inches, or exactly 0.3048 meters. It is common for height, room dimensions and altitude.
Meters: The meter is the SI base unit of length, defined by the distance light travels in a vacuum in 1/299,792,458 of a second.
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Frequently asked questions
How many meters are in 1 foot?
1 foot equals 0.3048 meters.
How many feet are in 1 meter?
1 meter equals 3.28084 feet.
How do I convert feet to meters?
Use the formula m = ft × 0.3048.
What is 10 feet in meters?
10 feet equals 3.048 meters.
Related conversions
Factors: NIST SP 811 · SI Brochure · NIST Handbook 44 — Updated