BMI Calculator

Calculate your Body Mass Index from height and weight.

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lb or kg
in or cm
Result
BMI
24.39
Category
Healthy
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What it is

Body Mass Index (BMI) is a simple ratio of weight to height. Doctors use it as a quick screen for under- or over-weight in adults.

The formula

BMI (imperial) = 703 × lb ÷ in² BMI (metric) = kg ÷ m²

Why it matters

BMI is a screen, not a diagnosis. Athletes and people with high muscle mass can show 'overweight' BMIs while being lean.

Worked examples

Try the example

Use the defaults above as a starting point — then adjust the inputs to match your situation.

Common pitfalls
  • Double-check the units on every input — most errors come from mixing units.
  • Round at the end, not in the middle of the formula.

Frequently asked questions

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