What is Body Mass Index (BMI)?

Body Mass Index (BMI) is a ratio of your weight to height. It estimates the total body fat and assesses the risks for diseases related to increased body fat. The risk of developing many diseases increases with a higher BMI. You can use this calculator to find out your BMI.

BMI for Asian and Asian American Adults

Asians and Asian Americans may have increased health risks at a lower BMI. Therefore, the outcomes of this BMI Calculator was designed specifically for Asian and Asian American Adults. BMI cutoff points on this chart are lower than those defined by National Institutes of Health (NIH).

*BMI may not apply to athletes who tend to have large muscle mass, elderly people, pregnant women and children

What is your BMI?

Your Height meters feet inches

Your Weight kilograms pounds

Your BMI value

What does my BMI mean? BMI Cutoff for Asians and Asian Americans NIH BMI Cutoff Comments <18.5 <18.5 Your weight is below healthy range. This can put you at risk for developing many health problems. Talk to your healthcare provider about your ideal body weight. 18.5 - 22.9 18.5 - 24.9 Your weight is within healthy range. Continue exercising and eating healthfully. 23 - 26.9 25 - 29.9 Your weight is above healthy range. Your risk for developing type 2 diabetes and other chronic diseases are higher. Talk to your healthcare provider about your ideal body weight and how to make healthy lifestyle changes. ≥27 ≥30 Your weight is further above healthy range. It increases the risk for developing many chronic diseases such as heart disease and type 2 diabetes, and decreases overall quality of life. Talk to your healthcare provider about your ideal body weight and how to make healthy lifestyle changes. PDF version of Asian American BMI chart is available here