BMI Calculator

Calculate body mass index from height and weight and see the category.

Body mass index
22.9
Category
Normal

BMI categories: under 18.5 — underweight, 18.5–24.9 — normal, 25–29.9 — overweight, 30+ — obese.

This is an estimate, not medical advice.

Body mass index (BMI) is a simple metric that estimates whether your weight matches your height. It's calculated as weight in kilograms divided by height in meters squared. Enter your height and weight, and the calculator shows your BMI along with its category.

WHO categories: below 18.5 is underweight, 18.5–24.9 is normal, 25–29.9 is overweight, and 30 and above is obesity.

BMI has limitations: it doesn't distinguish between muscle and fat, so it can show "overweight" for athletes with a lot of muscle mass and underestimate risk in older adults. Treat it as a general reference rather than a diagnosis. To estimate your daily calorie needs, check the calorie calculator.

Frequently asked questions

BMI = weight (kg) ÷ height² (m). For example, at 70 kg and 1.75 m: 70 ÷ (1.75 × 1.75) ≈ 22.9, which is in the normal range.
18.5 to 24.9. Below that is underweight, 25–29.9 is overweight, and 30 or above is obesity.
It's an average-based metric. It doesn't account for the split between muscle and fat, so it can be inaccurate for athletes and older adults.