People Per Square Foot Calculator

Calculate the density of people in a given area by dividing the total number of people by the total square footage. This ratio is commonly used in facility planning, space utilization analysis, and workplace density calculations.

Input Parameters

Calculation Results

Calculation Formula

People Per Square Foot = Total People ÷ Total Square Footage

Where:
People Per Square Foot: The density of people in the space
Total People: The number of individuals in the area
Total Square Footage: The total area in square feet

People Per Square Foot Result

-- people/ft²

Interpretation

Enter values to see interpretation

People Per Square Foot Calculator Usage Guide

Learn how to use the People Per Square Foot Calculator and understand its applications

How to Use This Calculator

  1. Enter the total number of people in the space in the "Number of People" field.
  2. Enter the total square footage of the area in the "Square Footage" field. Ensure you're using consistent units (typically feet).
  3. Click the "Calculate" button to compute the people per square foot ratio.
  4. Review the results, including the numerical value and interpretation of what the ratio means for space utilization.

When to Use This Calculator

This calculator is particularly useful in:

  • Office space planning and redesign
  • Event venue capacity determination
  • Shopping mall or retail space utilization analysis
  • Healthcare facility capacity planning
  • Residential building density assessment

Understanding the Results

The people per square foot ratio helps determine how crowded or spacious a given area is. Different industries have typical benchmarks:

  • Open office spaces: 5-12 people/ft²
  • Conference rooms: 3-5 people/ft²
  • Restaurants: 2-4 people/ft²
  • Public spaces: 3-7 people/ft²

Use these benchmarks as guidelines to evaluate whether your space is appropriately sized for its intended use.