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Height Converter
Convert height between feet & inches, centimeters, meters, and inches. Real-time bidirectional conversion with visual comparison chart.
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How is this calculated?
1 inch = 2.54 cm (exact)
1 foot = 12 inches = 30.48 cm
cm = (feet × 30.48) + (inches × 2.54)
meters = cm / 100
feet (decimal) = cm / 30.48
total inches = cm / 2.54FAQ
Frequently asked questions about height conversion
How do I convert cm to feet and inches?
Divide centimeters by 30.48 to get feet. The decimal part times 12 gives inches. For example, 170 cm ÷ 30.48 = 5.577 feet = 5 feet 6.93 inches, written as 5'7".
How tall is 170 cm in feet?
170 cm equals 5 feet 6.93 inches, commonly rounded to 5'7". The exact conversion is: 170 ÷ 2.54 = 66.93 inches total.
What is 5 feet 11 inches in cm?
5'11" equals 180.34 cm. Calculation: (5 × 30.48) + (11 × 2.54) = 152.4 + 27.94 = 180.34 cm.
What is the average height for men and women?
In the US, average male height is 5'9" (175.3 cm) and average female height is 5'4" (162.6 cm). These vary by country and ethnicity.
How do I convert meters to feet?
Multiply meters by 3.28084 to get feet. For example, 1.75 meters × 3.28084 = 5.74 feet = 5 feet 8.9 inches.
Is this height converter accurate?
Yes, our converter uses exact conversion factors: 1 inch = 2.54 cm (exact), 1 foot = 12 inches = 30.48 cm. All calculations run in your browser with full precision.