BMI Chart for Adults: Healthy Weight by Height
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A simple BMI reference: healthy weight range in kilograms and pounds for every common height.
BMI puts every adult into one of four bands: underweight, normal weight, overweight, or obesity. Use our BMI Calculator for the exact number — or use the chart below as a quick reference.
What counts as healthy?
A BMI between 18.5 and 24.9 is considered healthy for most adults. Below 18.5 is underweight; 25-29.9 is overweight; 30+ is obesity.
Limitations
BMI does not distinguish fat from muscle. Athletes can register overweight despite being lean. For a more nuanced view, pair BMI with the Body Fat Calculator.
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