Height Weight Chart

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Adult Height-Weight Chart (Average Ranges)

HeightMen (kg)Women (kg)
150 cm (4'11")46-5643-53
155 cm (5'1")49-6046-57
160 cm (5'3")52-6449-61
165 cm (5'5")56-6952-65
170 cm (5'7")60-7456-69
175 cm (5'9")63-7859-73
180 cm (5'11")67-8363-78
185 cm (6'1")71-8867-83
190 cm (6'3")75-9371-88

Understanding Height-Weight Ratios

These ranges represent healthy weight ranges based on height for adults aged 18+. They are based on the body mass index (BMI) range of 18.5 to 24.9 that the World Health Organization (WHO) classifies as healthy weight for adults, with the men's and women's columns reflecting typical sex differences in healthy body composition. Individual healthy weight varies based on muscle mass, bone density, and body composition, so BMI is a screening tool rather than a diagnosis. This adult table is derived from BMI, not from the CDC growth charts. CDC growth charts use age- and sex-specific BMI percentiles and apply only to children and teens ages 2–19. For a more personalized assessment, use a BMI calculator or consult a healthcare provider. This information is for general reference and is not medical advice.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How are these weight ranges calculated?
A: They are built on the WHO healthy BMI range (18.5–24.9), where weight = BMI × height in metres squared, with the men's and women's columns adjusted for typical sex differences in healthy body composition. They are not from the CDC growth charts, which apply only to ages 2–19.
Q: Does this chart apply to children?
A: No. For children and teens ages 2–19, weight status is judged with CDC growth charts using age- and sex-specific BMI percentiles, not fixed adult cutoffs.
Q: I am very muscular and the chart says I am over the range. Is that accurate?
A: BMI does not distinguish muscle from fat, so athletes with high muscle mass can fall above the healthy range while having low body fat. Measures like body fat percentage or waist circumference add context. Ask a healthcare provider for an individual assessment.
SourceWHO healthy BMI range (18.5–24.9) applied across heights. For ages 2–19, weight status is assessed with CDC growth charts instead.