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Body Measurements

Data are for the U.S.

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

  • Men:
    Height (inches): 69.3
    Weight (pounds): 195.5
    Waist circumference (inches): 39.7
  • Women:
    Height (inches): 63.8
    Weight (pounds): 166.2
    Waist circumference (inches): 37.5

Source: Anthropometric Reference Data for Children and Adults: United States, 2007-2010, tables 4, 6, 10, 12, 19, 20 [PDF - 1.7 MB]

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