Body Mass Index (BMI) Calculator
English | [Metric]
| BMI Range | Weight Status* |
|---|---|
| Below 18.5 | Underweight |
| 18.5 - 24.9 | Normal |
| 25 - 29.9 | Overweight |
| 30 & Above | Obese |
These categories come from the [Ext] US Dept of Health & Human Services
*Note: The weight status categories may not apply to everyone (such as athletes). For more details about these categories, see [Ext] Body Mass Index Guidelines
BMI (Body Mass Index) Formula
BMI=W*703/H^2
W in pounds
H in inches
W in pounds
H in inches
More Accurate BMI Calculator
Steven B Halls, MD created a more accurate Body Mass Index calculator that takes into account age and gender with a more up-to-date set of categories. Take a look: http://www.halls.md/