Feet/Inches Height Converter
Use this tool to convert height from feet and inches into centimeters and meters, or convert centimeters back to feet and inches.
Feet + Inches → Metric
Centimeters → Feet + Inches
What Is a Foot to Height Calculator?
A foot to height calculator helps you convert human height between imperial units (feet and inches) and metric units (centimeters and meters). This is useful when filling out medical forms, sports profiles, visa applications, school records, and fitness trackers that ask for height in a different unit system.
In countries like the United States, height is commonly stated as feet and inches (for example, 5'10"). In many other countries, height is recorded in centimeters (for example, 178 cm). A calculator makes conversion fast and reduces errors from manual math.
How This Height Converter Works
1) Converting feet/inches to centimeters
- First, convert feet to inches: feet × 12
- Add extra inches to get total inches
- Convert inches to centimeters: inches × 2.54
Example: 5 feet 8 inches = (5 × 12) + 8 = 68 inches. 68 × 2.54 = 172.72 cm.
2) Converting centimeters to feet/inches
- Convert centimeters to inches: cm ÷ 2.54
- Get feet by dividing by 12 and taking the whole number
- The remainder is inches
Example: 180 cm ÷ 2.54 = 70.87 inches, which is 5 feet 10.87 inches.
Common Foot to Height Conversions
| Feet & Inches | Centimeters | Meters |
|---|---|---|
| 4'10" | 147.32 cm | 1.473 m |
| 5'0" | 152.40 cm | 1.524 m |
| 5'4" | 162.56 cm | 1.626 m |
| 5'8" | 172.72 cm | 1.727 m |
| 5'10" | 177.80 cm | 1.778 m |
| 6'0" | 182.88 cm | 1.829 m |
| 6'2" | 187.96 cm | 1.880 m |
How to Measure Height Correctly
Even the best calculator depends on accurate input. Use these quick measurement tips:
- Stand barefoot on a flat surface with heels against the wall.
- Keep your head level and eyes looking straight forward.
- Use a flat object (like a book) to mark the top of your head.
- Measure from floor to mark using a tape measure in centimeters or inches.
- Measure at least twice and use the average if needed.
Why Accurate Height Conversion Matters
Height data appears in health records, military and sports screening, body mass index calculations, and online profiles. A rounding error can seem minor, but repeated mismatches can create confusion across systems. Converting accurately keeps your data consistent everywhere.
Foot to Height Calculator FAQs
Can I enter decimal inches?
Yes. Values like 5 feet and 8.5 inches are supported.
What if I type more than 12 inches?
The calculator automatically normalizes it. For example, 5 feet 13 inches becomes 6 feet 1 inch in the result display.
Does this calculator estimate adult height from child height?
No. This is a unit conversion calculator only. It does not predict future growth or genetic height potential.
Is cm or feet better for height records?
Neither is better universally. Use whichever format your form, clinic, school, or employer requires.
Final Thoughts
A foot to height calculator is one of those small tools that saves time every week. Whether you are converting 5'11" to centimeters for a fitness app or turning 170 cm into feet for a U.S.-based form, this page gives you both directions in seconds with clear, readable results.