BMI for 5'0" & 170 lbs

Pre-calculated Body Mass Index result for a height of 5'0" and a weight of 170 lbs.

Your BMI

33.4

Obese Class I

1618.525303540+

What does this mean?

At 5'0" and 170 lbs, your Body Mass Index is 33.4, which falls into the Obese Class I category.

A BMI between 30 and 35 is classified as Obese Class I. This level of excess weight is associated with higher risks of heart disease, hypertension, and metabolic disorders. A structured plan involving diet, exercise, and medical support is recommended.

BMI is calculated as weight (kg) / height² (m). While it is a widely used screening tool, it does not differentiate between muscle and fat mass. For a more complete picture, consider measuring your body fat percentage.

Explore nearby BMI values

Same height (5'0"), different weight

Weight	BMI	Category
140 lbs	27.5	Overweight
150 lbs	29.4	Overweight
160 lbs	31.4	Obese Class I
180 lbs	35.3	Obese Class II
190 lbs	37.3	Obese Class II
200 lbs	39.3	Obese Class II

Same weight (170 lbs), different height

Height	BMI	Category
4'10"	35.7	Obese Class II
5'2"	31.3	Obese Class I
5'4"	29.0	Overweight
5'6"	27.3	Overweight

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