Height to Weight Ratio Chart For Women and Men
Ian C. Langtree - Writer/Editor for Disabled World (DW)
Published: 2017/11/30 - Updated: 2024/11/18
Publication Type: Conversion, Calculation
Topic: Medical Calculators and Charts - Publications List
Page Content: Synopsis Introduction Main
Synopsis: Optimum average weight to height ratio chart calculates how much an adult female or male should weigh depending on their height.
Why it matters: The height-to-weight ratio chart below offers a valuable reference for women and men to assess their weight in relation to their height. This information is significant because maintaining a healthy weight range can help reduce the risk of various health conditions, including heart disease, type II diabetes, high blood pressure, and osteoarthritis. The chart presents data for both females and males across different age groups, allowing individuals to compare their measurements to average ratios. Understanding your position within these ranges can guide decisions about weight management, whether it involves weight loss, gain, or maintenance, all of which can have substantial impacts on overall health and well-being. The information is based on data from reputable sources such as the World Health Organization and the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, providing a reliable benchmark - Disabled World (DW).
Introduction
The charts below are for adult women and men, we provide separate Height to Weight Charts for Teenage Girls and Boys.
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What is Considered the Right Weight for My Height?
*The table below has been updated to show both Metric and Imperial measurements, i.e., Inches/Centimeters - Pounds/Kilograms.
| M/F Height | Female Weight | Male Weight |
|---|---|---|
| 4' 6" (137 cm) | 63/77 lb. (28.5/34.9 kg) | 63/77 lb. (28.5/34.9 kg) |
| 4' 7" (140 cm) | 68/83 lb. (30.8/37.6 kg) | 68/84 lb. (30.8/38.1 kg) |
| 4' 8" (142 cm) | 72/88 lb. (32.6/39.9 kg) | 74/90 lb. (33.5/40.8 kg) |
| 4' 9" (145 cm) | 77/94 lb. (34.9/42.6 kg) | 79/97 lb. (35.8/43.9 kg) |
| 4' 10" (147 cm) | 81/99 lb. (36.4/44.9 kg) | 85/103 lb. (38.5/46.7 kg) |
| 4' 11" (150 cm) | 86/105 lb. (39/47.6 kg) | 90/110 lb. (40.8/49.9 kg) |
| 5' 0" (152 cm) | 90/110 lb. (40.8/49.9 kg) | 95/117 lb. (43.1/53 kg) |
| 5' 1" (155 cm) | 95/116 lb. (43.1/52.6 kg) | 101/123 lb. (45.8/55.8 kg) |
| 5' 2" (157 cm) | 99/121 lb. (44.9/54.9 kg) | 106/130 lb. (48.1/58.9 kg) |
| 5' 3" (160 cm) | 104/127 lb. (47.2/57.6 kg) | 112/136 lb. (50.8/61.6 kg) |
| 5' 4" (163 cm) | 108/132 lb. (49/59.9 kg) | 117/143 lb. (53/64.8 kg) |
| 5' 5" (165 cm) | 113/138 lb. (51.2/62.6 kg) | 122/150 lb. (55.3/68 kg) |
| 5' 6" (168 cm) | 117/143 lb. (53/64.8 kg) | 128/156 lb. (58/70.7 kg) |
| 5' 7" (170 cm) | 122/149 lb. (55.3/67.6 kg) | 133/163 lb. (60.3/73.9 kg) |
| 5' 8" (173 cm) | 126/154 lb. (57.1/69.8 kg) | 139/169 lb. (63/76.6 kg) |
| 5' 9" (175 cm) | 131/160 lb. (59.4/72.6 kg) | 144/176 lb. (65.3/79.8 kg) |
| 5' 10" (178 cm) | 135/165 lb. (61.2/74.8 kg) | 149/183 lb. (67.6/83 kg) |
| 5' 11" (180 cm) | 140/171 lb. (63.5/77.5 kg) | 155/189 lb. (70.3/85.7 kg) |
| 6' 0" (183 cm) | 144/176 lb. (65.3/79.8 kg) | 160/196 lb. (72.6/88.9 kg) |
| 6' 1" (185 cm) | 149/182 lb. (67.6/82.5 kg) | 166/202 lb. (75.3/91.6 kg) |
| 6' 2" (188 cm) | 153/187 lb. (69.4/84.8 kg) | 171/209 lb. (77.5/94.8 kg) |
| 6' 3" (191 cm) | 158/193 lb. (71.6/87.5 kg) | 176/216 lb. (79.8/98 kg) |
| 6' 4" (193 cm) | 162/198 lb. (73.5/89.8 kg) | 182/222 lb. (82.5/100.6 kg) |
| 6' 5" (195 cm) | 167/204 lb. (75.7/92.5 kg) | 187/229 lb. (84.8/103.8 kg) |
| 6' 6" (198 cm) | 171/209 lb. (77.5/94.8 kg) | 193/235 lb. (87.5/106.5 kg) |
| 6' 7" (201 cm) | 176/215 lb. (79.8/97.5 kg) | 198/242 lb. (89.8/109.7 kg) |
| 6' 8" (203 cm) | 180/220 lb. (81.6/99.8 kg) | 203/249 lb. (92/112.9 kg) |
| 6' 9" (205 cm) | 185/226 lb. (83.9/102.5 kg) | 209/255 lb. (94.8/115.6 kg) |
| 6' 10" (208 cm) | 189/231 lb. (85.7/104.8 kg) | 214/262 lb. (97/118.8 kg) |
| 6' 11" (210 cm) | 194/237 lb. (88/107.5 kg) | 220/268 lb. (99.8/121.5 kg) |
| 7' 0" (213 cm) | 198/242 lb. (89.8/109.7 kg) | 225/275 lb. (102/124.7 kg) |
Average Height to Weight Ratio Chart for Adult Men and Women by Age
The table below provides insights into the average height-to-weight ratios, which can be useful for understanding general trends in body composition across different ages. The ratios are calculated by dividing the average weight by the average height for each age group, providing a simple metric to compare the proportionality between height and weight.
| Age Group | Men Height (inches) | Men Weight (lbs) | Men Height (cm) | Men Weight (kg) | Height to Weight Ratio (Men) | Women Height (inches) | Women Weight (lbs) | Women Height (cm) | Women Weight (kg) | Height to Weight Ratio (Women) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20-29 | 69 | 180 | 175.3 | 81.6 | 2.61 | 64 | 150 | 162.6 | 68.2 | 2.34 |
| 30-39 | 70 | 185 | 177.8 | 83.9 | 2.64 | 64 | 155 | 162.6 | 70.3 | 2.42 |
| 40-49 | 69 | 185 | 175.3 | 83.9 | 2.68 | 63 | 150 | 160.0 | 68.2 | 2.38 |
| 50-59 | 68 | 175 | 172.7 | 79.4 | 2.57 | 62 | 140 | 157.5 | 63.5 | 2.26 |
| 60-69 | 67 | 165 | 170.2 | 74.8 | 2.46 | 61 | 130 | 154.9 | 59.0 | 2.13 |
| 70+ | 66 | 155 | 167.6 | 70.3 | 2.35 | 60 | 120 | 152.4 | 54.4 | 2.00 |
If your weight is in the OK range, then you're eating the correct amount of food to keep your weight in the desirable range for health.
Health experts worldwide agree that adults who are overweight and have weight related medical problems or a family history of such problems can benefit from weight loss. Even a small weight loss of 10 to 20 pounds (9.07 kg) can improve your overall general health by lowering your blood pressure and cholesterol levels.
Are You Underweight?
If you're underweight you may need to gain some weight, this should always be done as part of a balanced and nutritious diet. Those who are very thin tend to have weaker immune systems, often making them more prone to infections, surgical complications, and slower recovery times for illness. They tend to have low muscle mass, and less than ideal hair, teeth, and skin composition. They may also have disruptions in their ability to regulate hormones and protect bone health.
Are You Overweight?
If you are overweight for your height, try to cut down on the amount you're eating, especially food and drinks high in fat or sugar, and try to do more physical activity, exercises, workouts, etc. Being overweight can increase your risk of heart disease, type II diabetes, high blood pressure, and osteoarthritis. Thanks to our free weight loss planning calculator you can establish realistic time-lines for your weight loss goals. In addition, our fact sheet on targeted body weight loss solutions by Daniel Murray takes us through ways and exercises that can assist in losing fat in various parts of the body.
Check your height to weight ratio using our approximate optimum average height to weight ratio chart guide below. If you use the stones/pounds measurement system, you can use our chart to convert stones to pounds and kilograms. You may also be interested in our chart showing the average height of men and women by country.
Printable Height to Weight Chart for Adults
*Information and data for above growth charts sourced from The World Health Organization (WHO), Gerontology Research Center (National Institutes of Health (NIH), USA), and the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).