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BMI Calculator
Calculate your Body Mass Index (BMI) with imperial or metric measurements. See your weight category (underweight, normal, overweight, or obese) and a visual scale.
lbs
ft
in
BMI Scale
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BMI
24.4
Category
Normal weight
How to Use This Calculator
1
Choose your unit system
Select Imperial (lbs, feet/inches) or Metric (kg, cm) depending on how you measure. Both systems produce identical BMI results after conversion.
2
Enter your weight and height
Use accurate measurements for the best result. Weigh yourself in the morning without clothing. Measure height without shoes, standing straight against a wall.
3
Interpret your BMI
BMI under 18.5 is underweight; 18.5–24.9 is normal; 25–29.9 is overweight; 30+ is obese. BMI is a screening tool, not a diagnostic — see a doctor for full health assessment.
Real-World Examples
Average American Adult Male
Weight
197 lbs
Height
5'9"
ResultBMI 29.1 — Overweight
The average American male BMI is approximately 29, just below the obese threshold.
Healthy Weight Example
Weight
155 lbs
Height
5'9"
ResultBMI 22.9 — Normal
A BMI of 22.9 falls in the middle of the healthy range (18.5–24.9).
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