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Ideal Weight Calculator

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Result

Calculated result 69.6 Based on the values entered.
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Ideal Weight Calculator Popular Ideal Weight Calculator is a health and wellness calculator that helps you calculate weight values or weight conversions between unit systems. The formula used is: Hamwi (men): 48.0 + 2.7 kg per inch over 5 ft\nHamwi (women — free online calculator.

Formula

Hamwi (men): 48.0 + 2.7 kg per inch over 5 ft
  • Ideal Weight Calculator calculates its result from Height (inches), Sex code: 0 male, 1 female. It uses the formula Hamwi (men): 48.0 + 2.7 kg per inch over 5 ft. Change any input to recalculate the result instantly. This is an informational calculation and is not medical advice.
  • The main inputs are Height, Sex code: 0 male, 1 female. Enter them in the units and format shown in the calculator.
  • Use the measurement units shown beside each field. The result is an estimate and should be interpreted in context.
  • Changing any input above recalculates the result with the same calculation engine used by this page.

Example: Ideal Weight

Inputs
  • Height: 68 inches
  • Sex code: 0 male, 1 female: 0

Using Height (inches) = 68, Sex code: 0 male, 1 female = 0, the calculated result is 69.6.

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Frequently asked questions

What does the Ideal Weight calculate?

Ideal Weight Calculator Popular Ideal Weight Calculator is a health and wellness calculator that helps you calculate weight values or weight conversions between unit systems. The formula used is: Hamwi (men): 48.0 + 2.7 kg per inch over 5 ft\nHamwi (women — free online calculator.

Which values should I enter?

Enter Height, Sex code: 0 male, 1 female using the units and format shown beside each field.

What formula does this calculator use?

The calculator uses the following relationship: Hamwi (men): 48.0 + 2.7 kg per inch over 5 ft.

Why might my result differ from another source?

Results can differ because measurement methods, rounding and assumptions vary. This calculator is an estimate and is not a medical diagnosis.

Does the result update automatically?

Yes. Changing an input updates the result using the same calculation engine shown on this page.

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Updated: October 7, 2026