Healthy Weight for My Height: Chart in kg & lb
The formula
m = your height in metres (e.g. 175 cm = 1.75 m).
Example: 1.75 m → 1.75 × 1.75 = 3.06 → 18.5 × 3.06 = 56.7 kg to 24.9 × 3.06 = 76.3 kg (125–168 lb).
Healthy weight chart by height
Based on BMI 18.5–24.9 (WHO / CDC adult categories). Values rounded.
| Height | Healthy weight (kg) | Healthy weight (lb) |
|---|---|---|
| 150 cm (4′11″) | 42 – 56 kg | 92 – 124 lb |
| 155 cm (5′1″) | 44 – 60 kg | 98 – 132 lb |
| 160 cm (5′3″) | 47 – 64 kg | 104 – 140 lb |
| 165 cm (5′5″) | 50 – 68 kg | 111 – 149 lb |
| 168 cm (5′6″) | 52 – 70 kg | 115 – 154 lb |
| 170 cm (5′7″) | 53 – 72 kg | 118 – 159 lb |
| 175 cm (5′9″) | 57 – 76 kg | 125 – 168 lb |
| 180 cm (5′11″) | 60 – 81 kg | 132 – 178 lb |
| 185 cm (6′1″) | 63 – 85 kg | 140 – 188 lb |
| 190 cm (6′3″) | 67 – 90 kg | 147 – 198 lb |
| 195 cm (6′5″) | 70 – 95 kg | 155 – 209 lb |
Get your exact healthy weight range
The BMI Calculator shows your BMI, category, and healthy weight range for your exact height.
→ Or compare ideal-weight formulas with the Ideal Weight CalculatorHealthy weight vs "ideal weight" formulas
You may also see "ideal body weight" formulas such as Devine (1974), Robinson (1983), or Miller (1983). These were originally developed to estimate medication doses, and they give a single number rather than a range. The BMI-based range is wider and better reflects the variety of healthy body types. Our Ideal Weight Calculator shows both side by side.
Why your number might differ
- Muscle: very muscular people may be healthy above the range. Check with the Body Fat Calculator.
- Frame size: people with larger bone structure often sit higher in the range.
- Ethnicity: for South Asian and some East Asian backgrounds, the upper healthy limit is often set at BMI 23. At 170 cm that's about 66 kg instead of 72 kg. See healthy BMI range.
- Age: adults over 65 may do best slightly higher in or just above the range.
Want to reach your healthy range?
- Find your gap: current weight minus the top of your healthy range.
- Plan a realistic pace: ~0.25–0.5 kg (0.5–1 lb) per week with a 300–500 kcal daily deficit. See how many calories should I eat?
- Map your timeline with the Weight Loss Calculator.
Frequently asked questions
How do I calculate my healthy weight range?
Square your height in metres, then multiply by 18.5 for the lower limit and by 24.9 for the upper limit. For example, at 1.70 m: 1.70 × 1.70 = 2.89; 2.89 × 18.5 = 53.5 kg and 2.89 × 24.9 = 72.0 kg.
What is a healthy weight for someone 5 feet 6 inches tall?
At 5 ft 6 in (168 cm), a healthy weight range based on BMI 18.5–24.9 is about 52–70 kg, or roughly 115–154 lb.
Is the healthy weight range different for men and women?
BMI-based healthy weight ranges are the same for adult men and women of the same height. Some ideal-weight formulas, such as Devine or Robinson, give different values by sex, but they are older estimates and not health targets.
Should I aim for the middle of my healthy weight range?
Not necessarily. Anywhere within the range is considered healthy for most adults. Muscle mass, frame size, waist measurement, and how you feel matter more than hitting an exact number.
Sources
- CDC: Adult BMI Categories
- NIH / NHLBI: BMI Table
- WHO Expert Consultation. Appropriate BMI for Asian populations (Lancet, 2004)
- Pai MP, Paloucek FP. The origin of the "ideal" body weight equations (Ann Pharmacother, 2000)
This article is for general education and is not medical advice. Healthy weight depends on many factors beyond height and weight. Talk to a healthcare professional about your individual goals. See our medical review policy and disclaimer.