Waist-to-Hip Ratio Calculator
Calculate your WHR and see your associated health risk category.
Waist-to-Hip Ratio Calculator
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What Waist-to-Hip Ratio Measures
Waist-to-hip ratio (WHR) compares your waist circumference to your hip circumference and is used by the World Health Organization as an indicator of fat distribution and associated cardiovascular risk. Higher ratios (more "apple-shaped" fat distribution around the waist) are associated with greater health risk than lower ratios ("pear-shaped").
Formula
WHR = Waist circumference ÷ Hip circumference
Frequently Asked Questions
What's a healthy waist-to-hip ratio?
The World Health Organization generally considers a WHR above 0.90 for men or 0.85 for women to indicate increased health risk, though ranges vary slightly by source.
Where exactly should I measure my waist and hips?
Measure your waist at the narrowest point, usually just above the belly button, and your hips at the widest point around your buttocks.
Is WHR better than BMI?
They measure different things, WHR reflects fat distribution while BMI reflects overall weight relative to height. Many health professionals consider both together for a fuller picture.