Best Chicken Coops for 6 Chickens
Six hens need 24 sq ft of coop space and a 60 sq ft run. These picks deliver on space, materials, and predator-proofing.
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Buyer checklist
24+ sq ft interior coop space
Don't trust 'fits 6 chickens' marketing, measure floor area.
60+ sq ft attached run
Hens need exercise and dust-bathing space, especially if not free-ranging.
Hardware cloth on all openings
Reject any coop using chicken wire, replace it with hardware cloth before move-in.
Three nest boxes minimum
One box per 2-3 hens prevents nest fights.
Walk-in or large access door
Cleaning a 24 sq ft floor through a 12-inch door is misery.
Real wood, not particle board
Particle board swells and fails within 1-2 winters.
Why buy
- Ready faster
- No carpentry needed
- Typical cost $700-$1,800
Why build
- Larger windows for ventilation
- True walk-in option
- $500-$1,000 in materials
Frequently asked questions
What size coop do 6 chickens need?
24 sq ft of coop and 60 sq ft of run minimum. More if you have heavy breeds (Brahmas, Orpingtons).
How many nest boxes for 6 hens?
Three boxes, but expect them to fight over one favorite anyway. That's normal.