Tall People BMI Calculator
BMI Categories:
- Underweight: BMI < 18.5
- Normal weight: 18.5 <= BMI < 24.9
- Overweight: 25 <= BMI < 29.9
- Obese: BMI >= 30
* This calculator is intended for taller individuals, though the BMI calculation remains universal.
For taller people, BMI can be slightly misleading as it doesn’t account for muscle mass or bone density, often making very tall people appear overweight or obese when they are not.
General BMI Classification:
| BMI Range | Category |
|---|---|
| Less than 18.5 | Underweight |
| 18.5 – 24.9 | Normal Weight |
| 25.0 – 29.9 | Overweight |
| 30.0 – 34.9 | Obesity (Class 1) |
| 35.0 – 39.9 | Obesity (Class 2) |
| 40.0 or more | Extreme Obesity (Class 3) |
Example Table of BMI for Tall People
Below is an example table showing the BMI for people who are taller, ranging from 1.80 m (5'11") to 2.10 m (6'11"). I've provided examples for different weights.
| Height (m) | Height (ft/in) | Weight (kg) | Weight (lbs) | BMI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.80 | 5'11" | 70 | 154 | 21.6 |
| 1.80 | 5'11" | 80 | 176 | 24.7 |
| 1.80 | 5'11" | 90 | 198 | 27.8 |
| 1.90 | 6'3" | 80 | 176 | 22.2 |
| 1.90 | 6'3" | 90 | 198 | 24.9 |
| 1.90 | 6'3" | 100 | 220 | 27.7 |
| 2.00 | 6'7" | 90 | 198 | 22.5 |
| 2.00 | 6'7" | 100 | 220 | 25.0 |
| 2.00 | 6'7" | 110 | 242 | 27.5 |
| 2.10 | 6'11" | 100 | 220 | 22.7 |
| 2.10 | 6'11" | 110 | 242 | 25.0 |
| 2.10 | 6'11" | 120 | 264 | 27.2 |
Key Points to Remember:
- Taller people tend to have higher BMIs even if they are muscular or fit.
- BMI doesn’t distinguish between muscle and fat, so very tall, athletic people may have a high BMI despite being healthy.
- BMI should be used as a screening tool, not a diagnostic measure, especially for those who are very tall or have high muscle mass.