Calculate your Body Mass Index and understand your weight status
BMI is a measurement that helps determine if you have a healthy weight for your height.
BMI Range | Category |
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Below 18.5 | Underweight |
18.5 - 24.9 | Normal weight |
25.0 - 29.9 | Overweight |
30.0 and above | Obese |
Choose between Metric (kilograms and centimeters) or Imperial (pounds and inches) units using the toggle at the top of the calculator.
Input your height and weight in the appropriate fields. For Imperial units, enter your height in feet and inches separately.
Click the "Calculate BMI" button to see your result. Your BMI will be displayed along with your weight category.
Review your BMI category and the information provided about what it means for your health.
Body Mass Index (BMI) is a simple calculation using a person's height and weight. The formula is BMI = kg/m² where kg is a person's weight in kilograms and m² is their height in meters squared.
While BMI is a useful screening tool, it has limitations:
Maintaining a healthy weight involves: