π Feet in a Mile Converter
π£οΈ How Many Feet in a Mile? π
How many feet in a mile?
π 1 mile = 5,280 feet
This conversion is part of the U.S. customary system and is essential in travel, running, road signs, land measurement, and general distance calculations.
π Exact Answer:
- 1 mile = 5,280 feet
- 0.5 mile = 2,640 feet
- 2 miles = 10,560 feet
π Note: This applies to statute miles, which are used in the U.S. for land distance. (Nautical miles are different: 1 nautical mile = 6,076 feet.)
π― Why is This Important?
- Fitness & Running: Convert miles to steps or track distance.
- Driving: Understand road signs and GPS directions.
- Real Estate: Measure property or land in square feet or miles.
- Mapping: Calculate walking or hiking trails.
π§ Quick Trick: How to Remember This
Use this old-school mnemonic:
βFive tomatoesβ = 5-2-8-0
Just say it out loud:
"Five-two-eight-oh" = 5,280 feet in a mile
Or think of it like this:
π‘ Mile = 5 x 1,000 + 280 = 5,280 feet
π Quick Reference Table:
Miles | Feet |
---|---|
1 | 5,280 ft |
0.5 | 2,640 ft |
2 | 10,560 ft |
10 | 52,800 ft |