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Compare the average heights and weights of men and women from 127 countries worldwide. See the rankings, charts and tables of the tallest and heaviest nations, and the factors that influence body size.
Below are two tables which report the average adult human height by country or geographical region. With regard to the first table, original studies and sources should be consulted for details on methodology and the exact populations measured, surveyed, or considered.
Find the average height and weight ranges for males, females, children, and adults based on age and gender. Download or print the height and weight chart for easy reference and comparison.
The Netherlands ranks as the country with the tallest average human height, followed by Montenegro and Bosnia and Herzegovina. Countries with the shortest average height include Timor Leste, Laos, and the Solomon Islands.
Find out your body mass index (BMI) and compare it with the recommended ranges for your height and weight. Learn about the factors that affect your BMI and how to lose or gain weight safely.
Explore the history and global trends of human height based on data from skeletons, surveys, and academic studies. Learn how human height is correlated with living standards, nutrition, and health.
Growth reference 5-19 years - Height-for-age (5-19 years) When autocomplete results are available use up and down arrows to review and enter to select.
