Parallelogram Area Calculator

Use this parallelogram area calculator to quickly calculate parallelogram area using its base and height. Learn area of parallelogram formula and get precise results.

Formula

Area = base × height

base = length of the parallelogram base
height = perpendicular height
Area is the total surface inside the parallelogram.

Popular Examples

Base (b)Height (h)Area
5315
8432
10660
12560
157105

How To Calculate Parallelogram Area Without A Calculator

1. Measure the base of the parallelogram.
2. Measure the perpendicular height.
3. Multiply base × height to get the area.

About This Calculator

This parallelogram area calculator instantly calculates the area using the correct area of parallelogram formula with up to six decimal places. Useful for students, engineers, and designers.

Interesting Facts About Parallelograms

• Opposite sides of a parallelogram are equal.
• Opposite angles are equal.
• The diagonals bisect each other.
• Area can also be calculated using base × height or vectors.
• Parallelograms appear in architecture, engineering, and tiling.