How Many Quarts Are in a Gallon?
There are 4 quarts in 1 US gallon. A half gallon is 2 quarts.
Quarts
Gallons to quarts
| 1/4 gallon | 1 quart |
|---|---|
| 1/2 gallon | 2 quarts |
| 1 gallon | 4 quarts |
| 2 gallons | 8 quarts |
| 5 gallons | 20 quarts |
Good to know
The word quart literally comes from "quarter" — a quarter of a gallon.
Slow cookers and stockpots are sold in quarts: a 6-quart slow cooker holds a gallon and a half at most, and you generally fill it only two-thirds full.
Frequently asked questions
Is 2 quarts half a gallon?
Yes — 2 quarts equal exactly half a US gallon.
How many quarts are in 5 gallons?
There are 20 quarts in 5 gallons.
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