Firewood Cord Calculator
Free firewood cord calculator — convert stack length, height & depth to full cords (128 cu ft), face cords & dollar value. 2026 cord prices inside.
Enter your stack’s length, height, and depth in feet, and the calculator converts it to cubic feet and divides by 128 — the legal volume of a full cord — to show exactly how much wood you have. It also reports face cords based on your log length (16-inch logs make a face cord exactly one third of a cord), prices the stack from your cost per cord, and runs in reverse: tell it you need 3 cords and it returns the stack dimensions to check on delivery day. That matters because firewood is one of the last commodities routinely sold in undefined units. A “rick,” “rack,” or “truckload” can be almost any amount, and in 2026 a full cord of seasoned hardwood runs roughly $275 to $400 — enough money that a 30 percent short delivery is worth catching.
How big is a cord of wood?
A full cord is 128 cubic feet of tightly stacked wood — the volume of a pile 4 feet high, 4 feet wide, and 8 feet long. Any stack shape counts as long as length × height × depth equals 128 cubic feet; two rows of 16-inch logs stacked 4 feet high and 12 feet long work out the same. It’s the only firewood unit legally defined in most US states.
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Firewood Cord Calculator
Key Information
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Full cord (legal standard) | 128 cu ft — 4 × 4 × 8 ft stacked |
| Face cord at 16-inch logs | 42.7 cu ft = exactly 1/3 cord |
| 2026 seasoned hardwood cord | $275–$400 delivered (typical) |
| Loose-thrown conversion | ~180 cu ft loose = 1 stacked cord |
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is a cord of wood?
A full cord is 128 cubic feet of tightly stacked wood — the volume of a pile 4 feet high, 4 feet wide, and 8 feet long. Any stack shape counts as long as length × height × depth equals 128 cubic feet; two rows of 16-inch logs stacked 4 feet high and 12 feet long work out the same. It’s the only firewood unit legally defined in most US states.
How many face cords are in a full cord?
Three, when logs are cut to the standard 16 inches. A face cord is a single-row stack with a 4 × 8-foot face, so 16-inch logs give 4 × 8 × 1.33 = 42.7 cubic feet — exactly 128 ÷ 3. With 12-inch logs a face cord is only a quarter cord (32 cubic feet); with 24-inch logs it’s half a cord (64 cubic feet). Always ask the log length before comparing face-cord prices.
How much does a cord of wood cost in 2026?
Roughly $275 to $400 delivered for a full cord of split, seasoned hardwood, within a national range of about $150 to $575. Oak runs $300 to $500, softwoods $175 to $275, and kiln-dried premium wood can top $600 in mid-winter. Buying in spring or summer, before seasonal demand peaks, typically saves $50 to $100 per cord on identical wood.
Are these calculators free to use?
Yes, all calculators on CalcCorp are completely free — no registration, no login, no hidden charges. Results are calculated instantly in your browser and we do not store any of your data.
How accurate are these calculations?
Our calculators use standard financial formulas updated with the latest tax rates, interest rates, and government policies for 2026. Results are accurate for planning purposes but should be verified with a professional for final decisions.
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Last updated: March 2026