Ideal Weight for 175 cm (5'9")
Instant answer: The healthy weight range for someone 175 cm tall is 56.7–76.3 kg (125–168 lbs). The midpoint is 66.5 kg.
At 175 cm, the BMI-based healthy weight range spans 56.7 kg to 76.3 kg, with the midpoint considered the most statistically protective.
Ideal weight by formula
Different clinical formulas give slightly different ideal weights. None is universally "correct" — they are reference points, most useful when combined.
| Method | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| BMI-based range | 56.7–76.3 kg | 56.7–76.3 kg |
| Devine (1974) | 70.5 kg | 66 kg |
| Robinson (1983) | 68.9 kg | 64.1 kg |
BMI at 175 cm for different weights
| Weight | In lbs | BMI | Category |
|---|---|---|---|
| 52 kg | 115 lbs | 17.0 | Underweight |
| 57 kg | 126 lbs | 18.6 | Normal weight |
| 62 kg | 137 lbs | 20.2 | Normal weight |
| 67 kg | 148 lbs | 21.9 | Normal weight |
| 72 kg | 159 lbs | 23.5 | Normal weight |
| 76 kg | 168 lbs | 24.8 | Normal weight |
| 81 kg | 179 lbs | 26.4 | Overweight |
| 86 kg | 190 lbs | 28.1 | Overweight |
Frequently asked questions
What is the ideal weight for 175 cm?
Adults who are 175 cm (5'9") tall have a healthy weight range of 56.7–76.3 kg (125–168 lbs), based on the WHO BMI band of 18.5–24.9.
What is the ideal weight for a man at 175 cm?
Men 175 cm tall typically aim for the upper portion of the healthy range. The Devine formula gives 70.5 kg, the Robinson formula gives 68.9 kg.
What is the ideal weight for a woman at 175 cm?
Women 175 cm tall typically settle near the midpoint. The Devine formula gives 66 kg, the Robinson formula gives 64.1 kg.
How is ideal weight calculated?
The BMI-based healthy range uses BMI 18.5–24.9 multiplied by height-in-metres squared. Clinical formulas like Devine and Robinson use a base value plus a per-inch adjustment above 60 inches (152 cm).