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Waist-to-height ratio

Calculate waist circumference relative to height.

Your result

Complete the fields and calculate.

Calculation method and formula

Waist circumference [cm] ÷ Height [cm]

Understand the inputs

Waist circumference
Unit: cm. Use a measured value or your own assumption.
Height
Unit: cm. Use a measured value or your own assumption.

Assumptions and limitations

All circumference measurements must use the same unit. Errors in estimated body fat carry into derived values; these values are not a medical diagnosis.

The formula uses the specified units. Displayed numbers are rounded; whole packs, item counts and full time periods may also be rounded within the calculation.

Worked example

Illustrative values. Replace them with your own inputs for your calculation.

Waist circumference
84 cm
Height
180 cm
Example result0.47 WHtR

A dimensionless guide value; not a diagnosis.

Model revision: October 17, 2026 · How CleverCalc works

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How does Waist-to-height ratio work?+

Waist circumference [cm] ÷ Height [cm]. All circumference measurements must use the same unit. Errors in estimated body fat carry into derived values; these values are not a medical diagnosis.

What assumptions should I consider for this result?+

All circumference measurements must use the same unit. Errors in estimated body fat carry into derived values; these values are not a medical diagnosis. The formula uses the specified units. Displayed numbers are rounded; whole packs, item counts and full time periods may also be rounded within the calculation.

How accurate is the result?+

The formula uses the specified units. Displayed numbers are rounded; whole packs, item counts and full time periods may also be rounded within the calculation. Health values are general information, not a diagnosis or personal treatment recommendation.

Is this calculator free?+

Yes. Calculations and PDF export work without an account or registration.

What happens to my inputs?+

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