Chicken Coop Calculator
Free coop size, run space & egg calculator
6
chickens
Coop Space24 sq ft
Run Space60 sq ft
Nesting Boxes2
Eggs/Week~29
Based on 4 sq ft/bird (coop), 10 sq ft/bird (run), 1 box per 4 hens
How Big Should a Chicken Coop Be?
The standard rule is 4 square feet per chicken inside the coop and 10 square feet per chicken in the outdoor run. Overcrowding leads to stress, pecking, and lower egg production. Plan for one nesting box per four hens — chickens prefer to share.
Most backyard hens lay around 250 eggs per year, though production varies by breed. Use our calculator above to size your coop, then check our breed guide to pick the right chickens for your climate and goals.