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# Square kilometers to Square miles Converter

Enter a value in square kilometers to get its equivalent in square miles. Use the inverse button to switch conversion direction.

## Input data

- **Square kilometers** - type: number; default: 1; step: 0.01

## How it works

mi² = km² × 0.386102158542.

## Quick examples

- **1 km² → 0.386102 mi²** - Square kilometers: 1
- **10 km² → 3.861022 mi²** - Square kilometers: 10
- **100 km² → 38.610216 mi²** - Square kilometers: 100

## Understanding your result

The result expresses the value entered in square kilometers as square miles. These are area units. Do not apply the kilometers-to-miles length factor directly to a surface.

Last verified: 29 September 2026 (2026-09-29)

## Frequently asked questions

### How do I convert square kilometers to square miles?

mi² = km² × 0.386102158542.

### What does 1 km² equal in square miles?

1 km² equals 0.386102 mi².

### When is a square kilometers to square miles conversion useful?

Compare the size of cities, lakes or regions when maps use square kilometers and square miles.

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