BMI for 160 lbs and 5'5"
Instant answer: 160 lbs (72.6 kg) at 5'5" (165.1 cm) gives a BMI of 26.6 — overweight.
At 165.1 cm, the BMI-based healthy weight range spans 50.4 kg to 67.9 kg, with the midpoint considered the most statistically protective.
What does a BMI of 26.6 mean?
Population data show that physically active people in this BMI band often have better cardiovascular outcomes than sedentary people inside the 'normal' range.
Healthy weight range for 5'5"
The BMI-based healthy weight range for 5'5" is 111–150 lbs (50.4–67.9 kg).
| Weight (lbs) | Weight (kg) | BMI | Category |
|---|---|---|---|
| 140 lbs | 63.5 kg | 23.3 | Normal weight |
| 150 lbs | 68 kg | 24.9 | Normal weight |
| 160 lbs (this page) | 72.6 kg | 26.6 | Overweight |
| 170 lbs | 77.1 kg | 28.3 | Overweight |
| 180 lbs | 81.6 kg | 29.9 | Overweight |
Practical next steps
- Create a modest caloric deficit of 250–500 kcal/day for steady, sustainable loss.
- Combine cardio with strength training to preserve muscle.
- Track waist measurement — it often improves before scale weight.
- Reduce ultra-processed foods and sugar-sweetened drinks first.
Frequently asked questions
What is the BMI for 160 lbs and 5'5"?
A person who weighs 160 lbs (72.6 kg) and is 5'5" tall has a BMI of 26.6, classified as overweight by the WHO.
Is 160 lbs a healthy weight at 5'5"?
The healthy weight range for 5'5" is 111–150 lbs (50.4–67.9 kg). 160 lbs gives a BMI of 26.6.
What BMI category is this?
Overweight. Population data show that physically active people in this BMI band often have better cardiovascular outcomes than sedentary people inside the 'normal' range.