BMI for 78 kg — chart by height

Instant answer: Weighing 78 kg gives a different BMI at every height. The full chart is below.

At a fixed weight of 78 kg (172 lbs), BMI shifts substantially with height — ranging from 34.7 at 150 cm down to 19.5 at 200 cm.

BMI at every height for 78 kg

HeightBMICategory
150 cm (4'11")34.7Obese Class I
155 cm (5'1")32.5Obese Class I
160 cm (5'3")30.5Obese Class I
165 cm (5'5")28.7Overweight
170 cm (5'7")27.0Overweight
175 cm (5'9")25.5Overweight
180 cm (5'11")24.1Normal weight
185 cm (6'1")22.8Normal weight
190 cm (6'3")21.6Normal weight
195 cm (6'5")20.5Normal weight
200 cm (6'7")19.5Normal weight

Frequently asked questions

What is the BMI for 78 kg?

BMI depends on height. At 78 kg, BMI ranges from 34.7 (at 150 cm) to 19.5 (at 200 cm).

Is 78 kg a healthy weight?

That depends on your height. Use the chart below to find your BMI category.

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