BMI for 5'8" Women

Instant answer: Women 5'8" tall have a healthy weight range of 122–164 lbs (55.2–74.3 kg).

Public-health guidelines place the ideal weight for 172.7 cm tall adults at 55.2–74.3 kg, equivalent to a BMI between 18.5 and 24.9.

Gender-specific context

Women 5'8" tall typically settle near the midpoint of the BMI band, with naturally higher essential body fat than men at the same BMI.

Frequently asked questions

What is a healthy BMI for women at 5'8"?

Women 5'8" tall have a healthy weight range of 122–164 lbs (55.2–74.3 kg).

What should a woman weigh at 5'8"?

Anywhere in 122–164 lbs is healthy. Women often settle in the middle portion.

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