BMI Calculator for Hispanic Women
BMI Classifications (Standard for Adults):
- Underweight: BMI less than 18.5
- Normal weight: BMI 18.5–24.9
- Overweight: BMI 25–29.9
- Obesity Class I: BMI 30–34.9
- Obesity Class II: BMI 35–39.9
- Obesity Class III (Severe Obesity): BMI ≥ 40
These BMI ranges apply universally to adults, regardless of gender or ethnicity.
Specific Considerations for Hispanic Women:
Research indicates that body composition may vary slightly between ethnicities, including differences in fat distribution and muscle mass. Some studies suggest that BMI may slightly underestimate body fat in Hispanic populations compared to others. However, for general purposes, the standard BMI categories are typically applied.
Here’s a BMI table that shows various weight ranges based on height for Hispanic women (or any adult women), using the standard BMI classification:
| Height (ft/in) | Height (cm) | Weight for BMI of 18.5 (Underweight) | Weight for BMI of 24.9 (Normal Weight) | Weight for BMI of 29.9 (Overweight) | Weight for BMI of 34.9 (Obesity I) | Weight for BMI of 39.9 (Obesity II) | Weight for BMI of 40+ (Obesity III) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4’10” | 147.3 cm | 90 lbs (40.8 kg) | 119 lbs (54 kg) | 143 lbs (64.9 kg) | 167 lbs (75.8 kg) | 191 lbs (86.6 kg) | 192 lbs (87 kg) |
| 5’0″ | 152.4 cm | 95 lbs (43.1 kg) | 128 lbs (58 kg) | 153 lbs (69.4 kg) | 179 lbs (81.2 kg) | 204 lbs (92.5 kg) | 205 lbs (93 kg) |
| 5’2″ | 157.5 cm | 101 lbs (45.8 kg) | 136 lbs (61.6 kg) | 164 lbs (74.4 kg) | 192 lbs (87 kg) | 219 lbs (99.3 kg) | 220 lbs (100 kg) |
| 5’4″ | 162.6 cm | 107 lbs (48.5 kg) | 145 lbs (65.8 kg) | 174 lbs (79 kg) | 204 lbs (92.5 kg) | 234 lbs (106.1 kg) | 235 lbs (106.6 kg) |
| 5’6″ | 167.6 cm | 114 lbs (51.7 kg) | 155 lbs (70.3 kg) | 186 lbs (84.4 kg) | 218 lbs (98.9 kg) | 250 lbs (113.4 kg) | 251 lbs (114 kg) |
| 5’8″ | 172.7 cm | 121 lbs (54.9 kg) | 164 lbs (74.4 kg) | 197 lbs (89.3 kg) | 232 lbs (105.2 kg) | 267 lbs (121.1 kg) | 268 lbs (121.6 kg) |
| 5’10” | 177.8 cm | 128 lbs (58 kg) | 174 lbs (78.9 kg) | 209 lbs (94.8 kg) | 246 lbs (111.6 kg) | 285 lbs (129.3 kg) | 286 lbs (129.7 kg) |
| 6’0″ | 182.9 cm | 135 lbs (61.2 kg) | 184 lbs (83.5 kg) | 221 lbs (100.2 kg) | 261 lbs (118.3 kg) | 303 lbs (137.4 kg) | 304 lbs (137.9 kg) |
Key Points:
- This table assumes that Hispanic women, like other ethnic groups, fall within the same BMI classifications, but it’s important to consider other health markers like waist circumference and overall body composition for more precise evaluations.
- BMI is only a rough estimate of health and may not capture factors such as muscle mass, bone density, and fat distribution.