How to use it
- Type the number of Square Kilometers in the first field.
- Read the result in Square Miles. You can also type in the Square Miles field to convert the other way.
- Use the table of common values, or copy the result with one click.
How it works
Formula: mi² = km² × 0.38610216
1 km² = 0.386102 mi², and 1 mi² = 2.589988 km².
Results use the exact definitions of both units. The page shows up to 6 decimal places; copy the value for full precision.
Examples
1 km² in mi²
1 km² = 0.386102 mi², using mi² = km² × 0.38610216.
10 km² in mi²
10 km² = 3.861022 mi², using mi² = km² × 0.38610216.
100 km² in mi²
100 km² = 38.610216 mi², using mi² = km² × 0.38610216.
Frequently asked questions
How do I convert Square Kilometers to Square Miles?
Use the formula mi² = km² × 0.38610216. For example, 1 km² = 0.386102 mi².
How do I convert Square Miles back to Square Kilometers?
Use the reverse formula km² = mi² × 2.5899881. For example, 1 mi² = 2.589988 km².
How accurate is this converter?
It uses the exact legal definitions of the units, so the only rounding is in the number of decimals shown. Copy the result to get the full value.
Privacy
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