How many nickels in a 5 gallon bucket?

The number of nickels in a 5-gallon bucket depends on whether the bucket is full of nickels or just contains them loosely. A nickel has a diameter of 0.835 inches and a thickness of 0.077 inches. A 5-gallon bucket can hold approximately 2,000 to 2,500 nickels when fully packed, but this can vary based on how they are arranged.