Translate human height units accurately for records, medical metrics, and planning tools.
Height is often recorded in different unit systems depending on region and application.
This calculator converts between common human-height formats instantly.
Use consistent height units when computing BMI and fitness formulas.
Select ft-in, cm, or m input type.
Input numeric height in selected format.
Generate equivalent values in other formats.
Round to desired decimal places.
Apply converted value in BMI or fitness calculations.
cm = inches * 2.54 and inches = feet*12 + inches
Conversions use fixed relationships between inches, feet, centimeters, and meters.
(5*12+9)*2.54
175.26 cm
180/2.54 inches then split by 12
About 5 ft 10.9 in
1.72*100
172 cm