Height Calculator
Convert your height between different units and see how you compare to population averages with our easy-to-use calculator.
Health Disclaimer
This calculator is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Height and weight measurements should be interpreted by healthcare professionals. Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider regarding your health, growth concerns, or before making any health-related decisions. Individual growth patterns and healthy weight ranges vary based on many factors not accounted for in this simple calculator.
Understanding Height Measurements
Our Height Calculator helps you convert between different height units and understand how your height compares to population averages. Height is an important physical characteristic with various health and social implications.
Height Conversion Guide
- 1 foot = 12 inches = 30.48 centimeters
- 1 inch = 2.54 centimeters
- 1 meter = 100 centimeters = 39.37 inches = 3.28 feet
- 1 centimeter = 0.01 meters = 0.3937 inches
Understanding Height Percentiles
Height percentiles tell you how your height compares to others in the population:
- 50th percentile: Exactly average height
- 75th percentile: Taller than 75% of people
- 25th percentile: Shorter than 75% of people
- 99th percentile: Taller than 99% of people
- 1st percentile: Shorter than 99% of people
Factors Affecting Height:
- Genetics (accounts for 60-80%)
- Nutrition during childhood
- Health conditions and medications
- Hormones (especially growth hormone)
- Sleep patterns during growth years
Average Adult Heights (Global):
- Men: 171 cm (5'7")
- Women: 159 cm (5'3")
- Tallest country avg: Netherlands - Men 184 cm (6'0.5")
- Shortest country avg: Timor-Leste - Men 160 cm (5'3")
How to Use the Calculator:
- Select your preferred input type (centimeters, feet & inches, etc.)
- Enter your height in the provided fields
- Select your gender for percentile calculation
- Select your age group
- Choose a country/region for comparison
- Click "Calculate" to see your results
Height and Health
While height itself is not a direct indicator of health, it can be related to certain health factors:
- Extreme heights (very tall or very short) may be associated with certain medical conditions
- Height can influence the healthy weight range for an individual
- Some studies suggest correlations between height and certain health risks
- Unexpected changes in adult height may warrant medical attention
- Children's height percentiles are important growth indicators
Medical Disclaimer
The information provided by this Height Calculator is intended for general informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or concerns about your height, weight, or growth.
The calculations and percentiles provided are based on general population statistics and may not account for individual variations due to ethnicity, family history, or specific medical conditions. BMI calculations are simplified guidelines and do not account for factors such as muscle mass, bone density, and overall body composition.
For children and adolescents, growth patterns should be monitored by healthcare professionals using standardized growth charts and comprehensive health assessments. If you are concerned about your child's growth or development, please consult with a pediatrician.
Never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking it because of something you have read on this website. This calculator is not intended for use in the diagnosis of disease or other conditions.