Area Calculator

Draw shapes directly on the map and get accurate area measurements in seconds.

Calculate Area

Draw shapes directly on the map and get accurate area measurements in seconds.

Intuitive drawing
Accurate measurements
Flexible units (km, miles)
Works in your browser

Looking for more than just area calculation?

Atlas is a full GIS platform in your browser. No downloads, no complex tools. Just fast, accurate mapping. You can draw shapes, measure land, analyze data, and export results — all in one place.
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How to Calculate Polygon Area on a Map

1

Zoom to your area of interest

Use the map controls to zoom in on the area you want to measure.

2

Draw your polygon

Click on the map to create points. Close the shape by clicking on the first point.

3

See area calculation instantly

The area will be calculated and displayed in the sidebar. You can adjust the polygon by dragging points.

4

Save or export results

You can save the area calculation or export it for further analysis. Use the reset button to start over.

Use Cases for Polygon Area Calculation

Use Cases for Polygon Area Calculation

Urban Planning

Calculate land use areas, zoning boundaries, and green spaces for city planning.

Agriculture & Land Measurement

Measure field sizes, crop areas, and land parcels for agricultural planning.

Environmental Monitoring

Assess habitat areas, conservation zones, and pollution impact zones.

What Is the Polygon Area Calculator?

It’s a simple tool that lets you draw any shape on a map — and instantly tells you the area. Just click to create a polygon, and we’ll calculate the size in square meters, kilometers, acres, or whatever unit you need.

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Frequently asked questions

Learn more about our area calculator tool

How accurate is the area calculation?

We use geospatial math that accounts for the curvature of the Earth. It’s accurate enough for professional use like land planning and agriculture.

Do I need to install anything?

Nope. It works straight from your browser. Nothing to download or install.

Is it free to use?

Yes. You can use the tool for free with basic features. To explore all GIS features, check out our GIS software.

What units does it support?

Square meters, square kilometers, acres, hectares, and square miles. Switch between units easily.