How it works
Waist-to-hip ratio = waist circumference ÷ hip circumference. The unit cancels when both measurements use the same unit.
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Body metrics
Waist-to-Hip Ratio Calculator
Enter waist and hip circumferences measured in the same unit. The ratio describes body-fat distribution, not overall health.
Your result0.8
Value below the general WHO reference threshold.
- Reference threshold
- 0.85
- Calculation
- 80 ÷ 100
Understanding your result
The result is compared with the WHO reference threshold of 0.90 for men and 0.85 for women. These are broad screening references: age, ethnicity, measurement technique and individual medical context also matter.
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Frequently asked questions
Centimetres or inches both work, provided waist and hip use the same unit.