Tree Canopy Coverage Estimator
Calculate tree canopy area in square feet for urban or forest planning
Individual Tree Calculator
Calculate the canopy area of a single tree based on its crown spread
The widest spread of the tree canopy
Multiple Trees Calculator
Calculate the total canopy coverage for multiple trees
Trees Added
| Type | Diameter (ft) | Count | Canopy (sq ft) | Action |
|---|
Project Area Coverage Calculator
Calculate the percentage of tree canopy coverage for your project area
The total land area of your project
Enter manually or use calculated value from above
Recommended Tree Canopy Coverage
Urban Areas by Type
- Residential (Low Density): 40-60%
- Residential (High Density): 20-40%
- Commercial/Business: 15-25%
- Industrial: 10-20%
- Urban Parks: 40-60%
- Overall Urban Average: 30-40%
Common Tree Canopy Sizes
| Tree Size | Avg. Diameter | Canopy Area |
|---|---|---|
| Small | 20 ft | 314 sq ft |
| Medium | 30 ft | 707 sq ft |
| Large | 50 ft | 1,963 sq ft |
| Extra Large | 70 ft | 3,848 sq ft |
Benefits of Tree Canopy
Climate Benefits
- Reduces urban heat island effect
- Provides shade and cooling
- Absorbs CO₂ and releases oxygen
- Reduces building energy costs
Environmental Benefits
- Reduces stormwater runoff
- Improves water quality
- Provides wildlife habitat
- Reduces noise pollution
Social Benefits
- Increases property values
- Improves mental health
- Creates aesthetic landscapes
- Encourages outdoor activities
Calculation Methods
Individual Tree Canopy Area
For a circular tree canopy, the formula used is:
Area = π × r² = π × (Diameter ÷ 2)²
Where r is the radius of the tree canopy (half the crown diameter).
Oval/Elliptical Tree Canopy
For an oval-shaped tree canopy, we use an adjustment factor:
Area = 0.8 × π × r²
This accounts for the oval shape being approximately 80% of a perfect circle.
Coverage Percentage
To calculate the percentage of land covered by tree canopy:
Coverage Percentage = (Total Canopy Area ÷ Total Land Area) × 100