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Body Measurements

(Data are for the U.S.)

 

Measured average height, weight, and waist circumference for adults ages 20 years and over

  • Men:
    Height (inches):  69.4
    Weight (pounds): 194.7
    Waist circumference (inches):   39.7
  • Women:
    Height (inches):   63.8
    Weight (pounds):  164.7
    Waist circumference (inches):   37.0

Source: Anthropometric Reference Data for Children and Adults: United States, 2003-2006, tables 4, 6, 10, 12, 19, 20

 

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