Zakat al-Fitr calculator
Zakat al-Fitr is one sa of the local staple food for each person you support. Enter the number of people, the sa weight and the price per kg.
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How to use it
- Enter number of people, sa weight per person and price per kg of food.
- The result appears straight away and updates as you edit.
- Copy the result, or copy a link that keeps the same values to share it.
How it is calculated
Quantity = people × sa weight in kg. Cost = quantity × price per kg.
Example
Inputs: Number of people = 5, Sa weight per person = 3 kg, Price per kg of food = 6. Result: Total cost: 90.00; Total quantity: 15 kg; Cost per person: 18.00.
Limits and caveats
- The sa is a volume, not a weight; its kg estimate varies by scholar and food (about 2.04 to 3 kg), so set it to your local ruling.
- Paying in cash is allowed by the Hanafi school and not by the majority.
Questions about this tool
Who is it paid for?
For yourself and everyone you are obliged to support, such as your spouse and children.
When is it paid?
Before the Eid prayer; a day or two earlier is allowed, but not after the prayer without excuse.
How much does one sa weigh?
The Saudi Permanent Committee estimated about 3 kg of rice; others estimate about 2.04 to 2.5 kg.