What weight is actually healthy for your height? Below is the computed healthy weight range for every height from 4'10" to 6'6", plus where overweight and obese begin — calculated with the same formula that powers our BMI calculator. BMI is a screening tool, not a diagnosis; read the caveats below before drawing conclusions.
Body Mass Index sorts weight-for-height into four broad bands: underweight (BMI under 18.5), normal or healthy (18.5–24.9), overweight (25–29.9), and obese (30+). The table below converts those BMI cutoffs back into actual pounds for each height, so you can see your healthy range directly instead of doing the math.
| Height | Healthy Range | Overweight at | Obese at |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4'10" | 89–119 lbs | 120 lbs | 144 lbs |
| 5'0" | 95–127 lbs | 128 lbs | 154 lbs |
| 5'2" | 101–136 lbs | 137 lbs | 164 lbs |
| 5'4" | 108–145 lbs | 146 lbs | 175 lbs |
| 5'6" | 115–154 lbs | 155 lbs | 186 lbs |
| 5'8" | 122–163 lbs | 164 lbs | 197 lbs |
| 5'10" | 129–173 lbs | 174 lbs | 209 lbs |
| 6'0" | 136–183 lbs | 184 lbs | 221 lbs |
| 6'2" | 144–194 lbs | 195 lbs | 234 lbs |
| 6'4" | 152–204 lbs | 205 lbs | 246 lbs |
| 6'6" | 160–215 lbs | 216 lbs | 260 lbs |
Ranges are rounded to the nearest pound. “Overweight at” is the weight where BMI reaches 25; “Obese at” is where it reaches 30. Calculate your exact BMI for your real height and weight.
Each cell below is your BMI and category at that height and weight, computed directly with our BMI function. Green is the healthy band, amber is overweight, red is obese.
| Weight ↓ / Height → | 5'2" | 5'6" | 5'10" | 6'2" |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 120 lbs | 21.9 Normal Weight | 19.4 Normal Weight | 17.2 Mild Thinness | 15.4 Severe Thinness |
| 140 lbs | 25.6 Overweight | 22.6 Normal Weight | 20.1 Normal Weight | 18 Mild Thinness |
| 160 lbs | 29.3 Overweight | 25.8 Overweight | 23 Normal Weight | 20.5 Normal Weight |
| 180 lbs | 32.9 Obese Class I | 29.1 Overweight | 25.8 Overweight | 23.1 Normal Weight |
| 200 lbs | 36.6 Obese Class II | 32.3 Obese Class I | 28.7 Overweight | 25.7 Overweight |
| 220 lbs | 40.2 Obese Class III | 35.5 Obese Class II | 31.6 Obese Class I | 28.2 Overweight |
BMI is a fast population-level screen, but it doesn't distinguish muscle from fat or account for where fat is stored. A muscular athlete can read “overweight” while carrying very little body fat; an older adult can read “normal” while carrying too much. For a fuller picture, pair BMI with body-fat percentage, waist-to-hip ratio, and your ideal-weight estimate — no single number is a verdict.
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Health Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. BMI is a screening tool, not a diagnosis. Consult a qualified healthcare provider before making decisions about your weight or health.