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BMI Calculator (lb, ft, in)

Calculate BMI using US units — pounds, feet and inches.

lb
ft
in

Results

BMI
23.6
Category (adult WHO)
Healthy weight
Healthy weight range
125 – 169 lb

📊 BMI Calculator (lb, ft, in) chart

How the bmi changes as the weight varies. The orange dot marks your current value.

What is the BMI Calculator (lb, ft, in)?

Calculate BMI using US units — pounds, feet and inches. Our health and fitness calculators use validated, published equations — such as Mifflin-St Jeor for metabolic rate and the U.S. Navy method for body fat — to give you a solid starting point for training and nutrition.

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BMI Calculator (lb, ft, in) — free, exact and private.

How to use the BMI Calculator (lb, ft, in)

  1. Enter your weight, your height, your height.
  2. Results update automatically as you type; you can also press Calculate.
  3. Read the output: bmi, category (adult who), healthy weight range.
  4. Use the 📊 chart to see the result visually, then copy or share it.

Formula and method

BMI = 703 × weight (lb) ÷ height (in)²

Worked example

With weight = 160 lb, height = 5 ft, height = 9 in, the BMI Calculator (lb, ft, in) returns bmi: 23.6; category (adult who): Healthy weight; healthy weight range: 125 – 169 lb.

Tips for better results

  • Equations estimate population averages; your individual numbers may differ.
  • Track trends over weeks rather than reacting to a single reading.
  • Pair calculators with professional guidance for medical conditions, pregnancy or major diet changes.

⚠️ This tool provides general information and is not medical advice. It is not a substitute for diagnosis or treatment by a qualified healthcare professional.

Frequently asked questions

What does the BMI Calculator (lb, ft, in) do?

Calculate BMI using US units — pounds, feet and inches.

How is it calculated?

The BMI Calculator (lb, ft, in) uses this method: BMI = 703 × weight (lb) ÷ height (in)².

Can you show an example?

With weight = 160 lb, height = 5 ft, height = 9 in, the BMI Calculator (lb, ft, in) returns bmi: 23.6; category (adult who): Healthy weight; healthy weight range: 125 – 169 lb.

Is the BMI Calculator (lb, ft, in) accurate?

It uses standard published formulas and is tested against known values, but results are estimates for guidance. This tool provides general information and is not medical advice. It is not a substitute for diagnosis or treatment by a qualified healthcare professional.

Is this tool free and private?

Yes — the BMI Calculator (lb, ft, in) is completely free with no sign-up, and it runs entirely in your browser, so the values you enter are never uploaded to our servers.

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