Waist to Hip Ratio Calculator
Your waist-to-hip ratio (WHR) compares your waist measurement to your hip measurement. It's a simple way to assess how your body stores fat and whether your fat distribution increases your risk of heart disease and diabetes.
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Enter your details
Measure at the narrowest point, above the belly button
Measure at the widest point
Your Result
ExampleExample figures, not your own. Worked for a woman with an 82 cm waist and 100 cm hips. Enter your own details and press Calculate.
Waist to Hip Ratio
0.82
Moderate health riskRisk Thresholds (Women)
How It Works
WHR is calculated by dividing your waist circumference by your hip circumference. For men, a ratio above 0.90 indicates moderate risk and above 1.0 is high risk. For women, above 0.80 is moderate and above 0.85 is high risk.
How to use it
- 1Measure your waist at the narrowest point (usually just above the belly button)
- 2Measure your hips at the widest point
- 3Select your gender
- 4Click "Calculate" to see your ratio and health risk category
Quick Reference
| Gender | Low Risk | Moderate Risk | High Risk |
|---|---|---|---|
| Male | < 0.90 | 0.90 – 0.99 | ≥ 1.00 |
| Female | < 0.80 | 0.80 – 0.85 | > 0.85 |
How This Is Calculated
- waist
- = circumference at the narrowest point of the torso
- hip
- = circumference at the widest point of the buttocks
Risk categories defined by the World Health Organization (WHO). Men: low < 0.90, moderate 0.90–0.99, high ≥ 1.00. Women: low < 0.80, moderate 0.80–0.85, high > 0.85.