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Ideal weight for 4 ft 11 in
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42–56 kg
Healthy BMI weight range for 4 ft 11 in (149.9 cm / 59.0 in) · 92 lb–123 lb
Ideal body weight formulas
| Formula | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Devine (1974) | 50.0 kg (110 lb) | 45.5 kg (100 lb) |
| Robinson (1983) | 52.0 kg (115 lb) | 49.0 kg (108 lb) |
| Miller (1983) | 56.2 kg (124 lb) | 53.1 kg (117 lb) |
| Hamwi (1964) | 48.0 kg (106 lb) | 45.5 kg (100 lb) |
| Average | 51.5 kg | 48.3 kg |
The Devine/Robinson/Miller/Hamwi formulas were built for heights of 5 ft (152.4 cm) and above; below that they return the 5 ft value, so the BMI range is the better guide.
Weight bands at 4 ft 11 in
| BMI | Category | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| 16–18.4 | Underweight | 35.9–41.3 kg (79 lb–91 lb) |
| 18.5–24.9 | Healthy | 41.5–55.9 kg (92 lb–123 lb) |
| 25–29.9 | Overweight | 56.1–67.1 kg (124 lb–148 lb) |
| 30–34.9 | Obesity I | 67.4–78.4 kg (149 lb–173 lb) |
| 35–39.9 | Obesity II | 78.6–89.6 kg (173 lb–198 lb) |
FAQ
What is the ideal weight for 4 ft 11 in?
Averaging four clinical formulas gives about 51.5 kg (114 lb) for men and 48.3 kg (106 lb) for women. The BMI healthy range at this height is 41.5–55.9 kg.
What is overweight for 4 ft 11 in?
A BMI of 25 or more, i.e. 56.1 kg (124 lb) or above; obesity (BMI 30) starts at 67.4 kg (149 lb).
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