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Body Measurements

(Data are for the U.S.,1999-2002)

 

Measured average height, weight, and waist circumference for adults ages 20 years and over

  • Men:
    Height (inches):  69.3
    Weight (pounds): 190
    Waist circumference (inches):   39.0
  • Women:
    Height (inches):   63.8
    Weight (pounds):  163
    Waist circumference (inches):   36.5

Source: Anthropometric Reference Data for Children and Adults; U.S. Population, 1999-2002, Tables 17,19, 26, 30, 32, and 39

 

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