Body mass index (BMI) is measure of body fat based on height and weight that applies to both adult men and women.
Enter your weight and height using American or Metric measures.

Click on the "compute" button to view your BMI.
See Assessing Your Risk" for the health risks associated with overweight and obesity.

Limitations of the BMI.
American measurements
Your Height:
feet

inches
Your Weight:
pounds
 
Your BMI
BMI Categories:
  • Underweight = <18.5
  • Normal weight = 18.5-24.9
  • Overweight = 25-29.9
  • Obesity = BMI of 30 or greater