Convert square km to hectares
Convert square kilometers to hectares by entering a value below.
How to Convert Square Kilometers to Hectares
The square kilometer and hectare are both units of area. By definition, 1 square kilometer equals exactly 100 hectares. This means to convert square kilometers to hectares, you multiply by 100.
Formula
Step-by-Step Example
Convert 5 km² to hectares:
We need to convert square kilometers to hectares
Since 1 km² = 100 ha, multiply by 100
5 × 100 = 500
5 km² = 500 ha
Square Kilometer to Hectare Conversion Table
Quick reference table for common square kilometer to hectare conversions. Click any value for detailed calculation.
| Square Kilometers (km²) | Hectares (ha) |
|---|---|
| 1 km² | 100 ha |
| 2 km² | 200 ha |
| 5 km² | 500 ha |
| 10 km² | 1000 ha |
| 15 km² | 1500 ha |
| 20 km² | 2000 ha |
| 25 km² | 2500 ha |
| 50 km² | 5000 ha |
| 100 km² | 10000 ha |
About These Units
Square Kilometer (km²)
A square kilometer (km²) equals 1,000,000 square meters, 100 hectares, or approximately 247.1 acres. Square kilometers measure country sizes, city areas, and large geographic regions. New York City covers about 783 km². One square mile equals 2.59 km².
Hectare (ha)
A hectare (ha) equals 10,000 square meters, 2.471 acres, or about 107,639 square feet. Hectares are the standard unit for measuring agricultural land, forests, parks, and real estate in most countries. One hectare is roughly the size of a rugby field or 1.4 soccer fields.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert square kilometers to hectares?
To convert square kilometers to hectares, multiply the value by 100. For example, 10 km² = 1000 ha.
How many hectares are in 1 square kilometer?
1 square kilometer equals 100 hectares.
What is the formula for square kilometers to hectares?
The formula is: ha = km² × 100.