Waist–Hip Ratio (WHR) Calculator
The Waist–Hip Ratio Calculator helps you understand how body fat is distributed around your waist and hips. WHR is widely used to assess potential health risks related to obesity and cardiovascular disease.
Use the same unit (cm or inches) for both measurements.
Your Result
Waist–Hip Ratio
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Health Risk Level
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What Is Waist–Hip Ratio?
Waist–Hip Ratio (WHR) is a simple measurement that compares the circumference of your waist to that of your hips. It provides insight into how body fat is distributed, particularly abdominal fat, which is closely linked to health risks.
Why Waist–Hip Ratio Is Important
- Indicates abdominal (visceral) fat levels
- Helps assess risk of heart disease and type 2 diabetes
- Used by health professionals worldwide
- More indicative of health risk than weight alone
Waist–Hip Ratio Formula
WHR = Waist Circumference ÷ Hip Circumference
WHO Health Risk Classification
- Men: Low < 0.90, Moderate 0.90–0.99, High ≥ 1.00
- Women: Low < 0.80, Moderate 0.80–0.84, High ≥ 0.85
Where WHR Is Commonly Used
- Medical and clinical assessments
- Fitness and wellness tracking
- Obesity and metabolic risk evaluation
- Public health studies
Frequently Asked Questions
According to the World Health Organization, a healthy WHR is below 0.90
for men and below 0.80 for women.
WHR focuses on fat distribution rather than total body weight, making it
especially useful for assessing abdominal fat-related health risks.
No. As long as waist and hip measurements use the same unit, the ratio
remains accurate.
Yes. Changes in body composition, weight loss, or exercise can alter
waist and hip measurements, affecting WHR.