Money Weight Calculator
Useful for bank deposits, vending routes, or armored transport—quickly estimate cash weight without a scale.
Coins
Bills
Totals
Total value
$0.00
Weight (grams)
0 g
Coins: 0 g • Bills: 0 g
Weight (pounds)
0 lb
≈ 0 oz
How to Use This Calculator
Count or estimate quantity
Enter the number of coins and bills by denomination. Use roll counts (e.g., 50 pennies) if faster.
Review value and weight
See total cash value alongside grams and pounds—helpful for planning armored pickups or deposit bags.
Adjust for mixed currency
This tool uses US denominations. For foreign currency, swap in their weights or create a custom spreadsheet.
Formula
Value = Σ (Count × Denomination)
Weight (g) = Σ (Count × Weight per Item)
Weight (lb) = Weight (g) × 0.00220462
Example: 120 quarters (0.25) weigh 120 × 5.67 g = 680.4 g (1.5 lb) and are worth $30.00.
Cash Handling Tips
Knowing weight prevents overloading deposit bags and keeps armored transport within safe limits.
- Keep coin rolls labeled—each roll weighs a consistent amount.
- Distribute heavy coins across multiple bags to avoid tearing.
- Store large bill bundles flat to avoid creasing (100 bills ≈ 100 g).
- Log counts digitally to reconcile bank deposits faster.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are bill weights really the same?
Yes. US paper currency uses a cotton-linen blend and weighs about 1 gram per bill regardless of denomination.
Do dirty or taped bills weigh more?
Negligibly. Moisture or tape adds minimal weight—less than the tolerance of scales used for cash counting.
How accurate are coin weights?
Modern US coins have strict tolerances. Wear may reduce weight slightly, but large counts remain precise for practical purposes.
Can I use this for other currencies?
Replace the weight and value data with your currency’s specifications. Many central banks publish weight charts online.