Height Converter
Convert height between centimetres, feet & inches and metres instantly.
Common heights quick reference
| Feet & Inches | Centimetres | Metres |
|---|---|---|
| 5'0" | 152.4 cm | 1.524 m |
| 5'2" | 157.5 cm | 1.575 m |
| 5'4" | 162.6 cm | 1.626 m |
| 5'6" | 167.6 cm | 1.676 m |
| 5'8" | 172.7 cm | 1.727 m |
| 5'10" | 177.8 cm | 1.778 m |
| 6'0" | 182.9 cm | 1.829 m |
| 6'2" | 187.9 cm | 1.879 m |
cm to feet conversion chart
Use this cm to feet conversion chart to quickly see how many feet a given height in centimetres is. Each row shows the centimetres value converted to feet & inches and the equivalent total inches.
| Centimetres | Feet & Inches | Total Inches |
|---|---|---|
| 140 cm | 4 ft 7 in | 55 in |
| 145 cm | 4 ft 9 in | 57 in |
| 150 cm | 4 ft 11 in | 59 in |
| 152 cm | 5 ft 0 in | 60 in |
| 155 cm | 5 ft 1 in | 61 in |
| 158 cm | 5 ft 2 in | 62 in |
| 160 cm | 5 ft 3 in | 63 in |
| 163 cm | 5 ft 4 in | 64 in |
| 165 cm | 5 ft 5 in | 65 in |
| 168 cm | 5 ft 6 in | 66 in |
| 170 cm | 5 ft 7 in | 67 in |
| 173 cm | 5 ft 8 in | 68 in |
| 175 cm | 5 ft 9 in | 69 in |
| 178 cm | 5 ft 10 in | 70 in |
| 180 cm | 5 ft 11 in | 71 in |
| 183 cm | 6 ft 0 in | 72 in |
| 185 cm | 6 ft 1 in | 73 in |
| 188 cm | 6 ft 2 in | 74 in |
| 190 cm | 6 ft 3 in | 75 in |
| 193 cm | 6 ft 4 in | 76 in |
| 195 cm | 6 ft 5 in | 77 in |
How to convert cm to feet
Converting cm to feet relies on two fixed definitions: 1 foot = 30.48 cm and 1 inch = 2.54 cm. To convert any height in centimetres to feet and inches, follow three simple steps.
- Divide the centimetres by 2.54 to get the total number of inches.
- Divide the total inches by 12 — the whole number is the feet.
- The remaining inches (total inches minus feet × 12) are the leftover inches.
Worked example — how many feet is 170 cm?
170 ÷ 2.54 = 66.93 total inches. 66.93 ÷ 12 = 5 feet, with 6.93 inches left over. Rounded, 170 cm = 5 feet 7 inches (5'7"). To go the other way, multiply feet by 30.48: 5 feet = 152.4 cm.
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Frequently asked questions
How many feet is 170 cm?
170 cm is 5 feet 7 inches (5'7"). The calculation: 170 ÷ 2.54 = 66.93 inches, which is 5 feet and roughly 6.93 inches, rounded to 5 feet 7 inches.
How do I convert cm to feet?
Divide the centimetres by 2.54 to get total inches, then divide that by 12 — the whole number is the feet and the remainder is the inches. For example, 165 cm ÷ 2.54 = 64.96 in = 5 feet 5 inches. There are 30.48 cm in 1 foot.
What is 5 feet in cm?
5 feet is exactly 152.4 cm (5 × 30.48 = 152.4 cm). This is also close to the average height for Indian women.
How many cm is 5 feet 7 inches?
5 feet 7 inches equals 170.18 cm. The calculation: (5 × 12 + 7) = 67 inches × 2.54 = 170.18 cm.
What is 6 feet in centimetres?
6 feet is exactly 182.88 cm (6 × 12 = 72 inches × 2.54 = 182.88 cm). For practical purposes, 6 feet ≈ 183 cm.
Why does India use both feet/inches and centimetres?
India officially uses the metric system (centimetres, metres), but colloquially people often state height in feet and inches, a legacy of British influence. Medical records typically use centimetres, while everyday conversation uses feet and inches.
What is the average height in India?
According to national health surveys, the average height for Indian men is approximately 165 cm (5'5") and for Indian women approximately 152 cm (5'0"). These figures vary by region, with people from Punjab and Haryana averaging taller than the national mean.
What is the difference between a foot and a feet?
"Foot" is singular (one foot), "feet" is plural (two or more feet). In the context of height, we always say "5 feet 7 inches" (even though 5 × foot = feet). One foot is exactly 30.48 centimetres, which is the international definition.