Introduction
The average human height worldwide varies significantly from country to country. Many factors, such as genetics, nutrition, and environment, influence a population’s average height. Generally, European countries, such as the Netherlands and Denmark, have some of the tallest populations, with average heights above 180 cm for men and around 170 cm for women. In contrast, many countries in Asia and Africa have lower average heights, with some countries, such as Nepal and Mozambique, having average heights below 165 cm for men and 155 cm for women. The average human height can also change over time due to changes in factors such as diet, healthcare, and lifestyle. Overall, understanding the average height by country can provide insight into the health and well-being of a population.
Average Height in the World
# | Country | Average Male Height | Average Female Height |
---|---|---|---|
1 | Netherlands | 184 cm | 170 cm |
2 | Bosnia and Herzegovina | 183 cm | 167 cm |
3 | Estonia | 183 cm | 169 cm |
4 | Montenegro | 183 cm | 170 cm |
5 | Denmark | 182 cm | 169 cm |
6 | Iceland | 182 cm | 169 cm |
7 | Croatia | 181 cm | 167 cm |
8 | Czech Republic | 181 cm | 168 cm |
9 | Finland | 181 cm | 166 cm |
10 | Latvia | 181 cm | 169 cm |
11 | Lithuania | 181 cm | 168 cm |
12 | Norway | 181 cm | 166 cm |
13 | Poland | 181 cm | 166 cm |
14 | Serbia | 181 cm | 168 cm |
15 | Slovakia | 181 cm | 167 cm |
16 | Slovenia | 181 cm | 167 cm |
17 | Sweden | 181 cm | 167 cm |
18 | Ukraine | 181 cm | 167 cm |
19 | Bermuda | 180 cm | 166 cm |
20 | Dominica | 180 cm | 167 cm |
21 | Germany | 180 cm | 166 cm |
22 | Puerto Rico | 180 cm | 163 cm |
23 | Andorra | 179 cm | 166 cm |
24 | Antigua and Barbuda | 179 cm | 166 cm |
25 | Australia | 179 cm | 165 cm |
26 | Austria | 179 cm | 167 cm |
27 | Belarus | 179 cm | 167 cm |
28 | Belgium | 179 cm | 163 cm |
29 | Canada | 179 cm | 165 cm |
30 | France | 179 cm | 164 cm |
31 | Greece | 179 cm | 166 cm |
32 | Grenada | 179 cm | 166 cm |
33 | Ireland | 179 cm | 165 cm |
34 | Lebanon | 179 cm | 164 cm |
35 | Luxembourg | 179 cm | 165 cm |
36 | Switzerland | 179 cm | 164 cm |
37 | New Zealand | 178 cm | 165 cm |
38 | Romania | 178 cm | 165 cm |
39 | Saint Vincent and the Grenadines | 178 cm | 165 cm |
40 | United Kingdom | 178 cm | 164 cm |
41 | United States of America | 178 cm | 163 cm |
42 | Barbados | 177 cm | 166 cm |
43 | Hungary | 177 cm | 163 cm |
44 | Jamaica | 177 cm | 164 cm |
45 | Russia | 177 cm | 165 cm |
46 | Tunisia | 177 cm | 162 cm |
47 | Brazil | 176 cm | 162 cm |
48 | Georgia | 176 cm | 163 cm |
49 | Iran | 176 cm | 161 cm |
50 | Israel | 176 cm | 162 cm |
51 | Kazakhstan | 176 cm | 162 cm |
52 | Libya | 176 cm | 163 cm |
53 | Moldova | 176 cm | 163 cm |
54 | Morocco | 176 cm | 161 cm |
55 | People's Republic of China | 176 cm | 163 cm |
56 | Republic of Macedonia | 176 cm | 161 cm |
57 | Saint Lucia | 176 cm | 166 cm |
58 | Senegal | 176 cm | 164 cm |
59 | Seychelles | 176 cm | 162 cm |
60 | Singapore | 176 cm | 161 cm |
61 | South Korea | 176 cm | 163 cm |
62 | Spain | 176 cm | 162 cm |
63 | Trinidad and Tobago | 176 cm | 163 cm |
64 | Turkey | 176 cm | 162 cm |
65 | Algeria | 175 cm | 162 cm |
66 | Argentina | 175 cm | 161 cm |
67 | Dominican Republic | 175 cm | 161 cm |
68 | Egypt | 175 cm | 161 cm |
69 | Hong Kong | 175 cm | 161 cm |
70 | Jordan | 175 cm | 159 cm |
71 | Kuwait | 175 cm | 160 cm |
72 | Mali | 175 cm | 162 cm |
73 | North Korea | 175 cm | 161 cm |
74 | Palestine | 175 cm | 161 cm |
75 | Suriname | 175 cm | 162 cm |
76 | Albania | 174 cm | 162 cm |
77 | Armenia | 174 cm | 160 cm |
78 | Azerbaijan | 174 cm | 161 cm |
79 | Bulgaria | 174 cm | 165 cm |
80 | Costa Rica | 174 cm | 160 cm |
81 | Cuba | 174 cm | 160 cm |
82 | Fiji | 174 cm | 164 cm |
83 | Iraq | 174 cm | 159 cm |
84 | Italy | 174 cm | 162 cm |
85 | Malta | 174 cm | 163 cm |
86 | Paraguay | 174 cm | 160 cm |
87 | Portugal | 174 cm | 161 cm |
88 | Saint Kitts and Nevis | 174 cm | 163 cm |
89 | Taiwan | 174 cm | 161 cm |
90 | The Bahamas | 174 cm | 163 cm |
91 | Turkmenistan | 174 cm | 163 cm |
92 | United Arab Emirates | 174 cm | 161 cm |
93 | Uruguay | 174 cm | 162 cm |
94 | Venezuela | 174 cm | 160 cm |
95 | Bahrain | 173 cm | 158 cm |
96 | Botswana | 173 cm | 162 cm |
97 | Chile | 173 cm | 159 cm |
98 | Cyprus | 173 cm | 161 cm |
99 | Mauritius | 173 cm | 159 cm |
100 | Qatar | 173 cm | 161 cm |
101 | Burkina Faso | 172 cm | 161 cm |
102 | Cameroon | 172 cm | 160 cm |
103 | Chad | 172 cm | 162 cm |
104 | Colombia | 172 cm | 158 cm |
105 | Guyana | 172 cm | 160 cm |
106 | Haiti | 172 cm | 161 cm |
107 | Japan | 172 cm | 159 cm |
108 | Kyrgyzstan | 172 cm | 160 cm |
109 | Nigeria | 172 cm | 158 cm |
110 | Oman | 172 cm | 158 cm |
111 | Sudan | 172 cm | 160 cm |
112 | Syria | 172 cm | 159 cm |
113 | Thailand | 172 cm | 159 cm |
114 | Belize | 171 cm | 158 cm |
115 | Djibouti | 171 cm | 160 cm |
116 | El Salvador | 171 cm | 156 cm |
117 | Eritrea | 171 cm | 158 cm |
118 | Gabon | 171 cm | 160 cm |
119 | Guinea | 171 cm | 159 cm |
120 | Kenya | 171 cm | 159 cm |
121 | Mongolia | 171 cm | 160 cm |
122 | Palau | 171 cm | 160 cm |
123 | Republic of the Congo | 171 cm | 159 cm |
124 | Saudi Arabia | 171 cm | 159 cm |
125 | Somalia | 171 cm | 160 cm |
126 | Uzbekistan | 171 cm | 160 cm |
127 | Zimbabwe | 171 cm | 160 cm |
128 | Federated States of Micronesia | 170 cm | 160 cm |
129 | Ghana | 170 cm | 159 cm |
130 | Honduras | 170 cm | 155 cm |
131 | Mexico | 170 cm | 158 cm |
132 | Namibia | 170 cm | 160 cm |
133 | Nauru | 170 cm | 158 cm |
134 | Nicaragua | 170 cm | 156 cm |
135 | Niger | 170 cm | 160 cm |
136 | Panama | 170 cm | 158 cm |
137 | South Africa | 170 cm | 159 cm |
138 | São Tomé and Príncipe | 170 cm | 160 cm |
139 | Togo | 170 cm | 159 cm |
140 | Angola | 169 cm | 158 cm |
141 | Central African Republic | 169 cm | 160 cm |
142 | Democratic Republic of the Congo | 169 cm | 156 cm |
143 | Ethiopia | 169 cm | 157 cm |
144 | Malaysia | 169 cm | 157 cm |
145 | Uganda | 169 cm | 159 cm |
146 | Vietnam | 169 cm | 158 cm |
147 | Afghanistan | 168 cm | 156 cm |
148 | Benin | 168 cm | 158 cm |
149 | Bolivia | 168 cm | 156 cm |
150 | Comoros | 168 cm | 157 cm |
151 | Equatorial Guinea | 168 cm | 158 cm |
152 | Guinea-Bissau | 168 cm | 159 cm |
153 | Ivory Coast | 168 cm | 159 cm |
154 | Lesotho | 168 cm | 157 cm |
155 | Maldives | 168 cm | 154 cm |
156 | Sri Lanka | 168 cm | 156 cm |
157 | Tajikistan | 168 cm | 158 cm |
158 | The Gambia | 168 cm | 162 cm |
159 | Vanuatu | 168 cm | 160 cm |
160 | Zambia | 168 cm | 157 cm |
161 | Bhutan | 167 cm | 155 cm |
162 | Burundi | 167 cm | 155 cm |
163 | Ecuador | 167 cm | 155 cm |
164 | India | 167 cm | 155 cm |
165 | Myanmar | 167 cm | 155 cm |
166 | Pakistan | 167 cm | 155 cm |
167 | Peru | 167 cm | 154 cm |
168 | Tanzania | 167 cm | 157 cm |
169 | Brunei | 166 cm | 155 cm |
170 | Indonesia | 166 cm | 154 cm |
171 | Liberia | 166 cm | 157 cm |
172 | Malawi | 166 cm | 156 cm |
173 | Mauritania | 166 cm | 160 cm |
174 | Rwanda | 166 cm | 157 cm |
175 | Sierra Leone | 166 cm | 157 cm |
176 | Bangladesh | 165 cm | 152 cm |
177 | Cambodia | 165 cm | 155 cm |
178 | Madagascar | 165 cm | 153 cm |
179 | Marshall Islands | 165 cm | 155 cm |
180 | Philippines | 165 cm | 154 cm |
181 | Guatemala | 164 cm | 151 cm |
182 | Mozambique | 164 cm | 155 cm |
183 | Nepal | 164 cm | 152 cm |
184 | Yemen | 164 cm | 155 cm |
185 | Laos | 163 cm | 153 cm |
186 | Papua New Guinea | 163 cm | 157 cm |
187 | Solomon Islands | 163 cm | 157 cm |
188 | East Timor | 160 cm | 153 cm |
Average Height for Men
The average male height in the world is around 173 cm. However, this number varies greatly depending on the country. The Netherlands for instance ranks the highest with an average male height of 184 cm, followed closely by Bosnia and Herzegovina, Estonia, and Montenegro with an average male height of 183 cm. Denmark, Iceland, Croatia, the Czech Republic, Finland, Latvia, Lithuania, Norway, Poland, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Sweden, and Ukraine all share an average male height of 181 cm. The average male height in the United States is 178 cm, while the average male height in Brazil, China, Iran, Israel, Kazakhstan, Libya, Moldova, Morocco, and the Republic of Macedonia is 176 cm. The lowest recorded average height for men is in East Timor at 160 cm. Overall, the average male height in the world ranges from 160 cm to 184 cm depending on the country.
Average Height for Women
The average female height worldwide is around 163 cm but varies depending on the region. The countries with the tallest average female height are the Netherlands, Montenegro, and Iceland with an average female height of 170 cm, 170 cm, and 169 cm respectively. Other European countries like Bosnia and Herzegovina, Estonia, and Denmark also have tall average female heights, ranging from 167 cm to 169 cm. Meanwhile, countries from other regions such as Guatemala, Bangladesh, and Nepal have the shortest average female height, below 152 cm.
Tallest Countries
The tallest countries in the world are the Netherlands, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Estonia, Montenegro, Denmark, Iceland, Croatia, the Czech Republic, Finland, and Latvia. The Netherlands is the tallest country in the world, with an average male height of 184cm. The second, third, and fourth tallest countries are Bosnia and Herzegovina, Estonia, and Montenegro, with an average male height of 183 cm. Denmark and Iceland both have an average male height of 182 cm, making them the fifth and sixth tallest countries. While Croatia, the Czech Republic, Finland, and Latvia all share an average male height of 181 cm, respectively ranking as the seventh, eighth, ninth, and tenth tallest countries in the world.
The tallest countries in the world are:
1. Netherlands – 184 cm
2. Bosnia and Herzegovina – 183 cm
3. Estonia – 183 cm
4. Montenegro – 183 cm
5. Denmark – 182 cm
6. Iceland – 182 cm
7. Croatia – 181 cm
8. Czech Republic – 181 cm
9. Finland – 181 cm
10. Latvia – 181 cm
Tallest Country in the World
The Netherlands is the tallest country in the world, with an average male height of 184 cm. This has been attributed to the Dutch diet, as well as other factors such as good healthcare, education, and living conditions, seeing the Netherlands consistently rank high on global health indices. In addition to having an average male height of 184 cm, Dutch women are also taller than those from other nations – with an average female height of 170 cm.
Shortest Countries
The ten shortest countries are East Timor, Solomon Islands, Papua New Guinea, Laos, Yemen, Nepal, Mozambique, Guatemala, Philippines, and the Marshall Islands. The shortest country in the world is East Timor, with an average male height of 160 cm. The second, third, and fourth shortest countries are the Solomon Islands, Laos, and Papua New Guinea, with an average male height of 163 cm each. Yemen, Nepal, Mozambique, and Guatemala, are the fifth, sixth, seventh, and eighth shortest countries in the world, all at an average male height of 164 cm. Finally, the Philippines and the Marshall Islands rank ninth and tenth shortest countries, both at an average male height of 165 cm.
The shortest countries in the world are:
1. East Timor – 160 cm
2. Solomon Islands – 163 cm
3. Papua New Guinea – 163 cm
4. Laos – 163 cm
5. Yemen – 164 cm
6. Nepal – 164 cm
7. Mozambique – 164 cm
8. Guatemala – 164 cm
9. Philippines – 165 cm
10. Marshall Islands – 165 cm
Shortest Country in the World
East Timor is the shortest country in the world, with an average male height of 160 cm. This makes it significantly shorter than the global average of 173 cm for men. The nation also lags behind its East Asian neighbors, such as Indonesia and China, who have an average male height of 166 cm and 176 cm respectively. While there is no clear explanation for why East Timor has this lower average height, some theorize that malnutrition and a lack of medical care could be factors. In addition to having a low national average height, East Timor is currently ranked among the world’s poorest countries with a gross domestic product per capita of only $1,200 USD per year. As a result, citizens do not have access to nutritious foods or medical facilities like they would in other nations around the world. Because of these poor living conditions, inadequate nutrition may have resulted in stunted growth and lower heights among adults in East Timor.
Average Height by Country
Afghanistan
Average Male Height
168 cm
Ranked in the World
#147
Average Female Height
156 cm
Ranked in the World
#161
Albania
Average Male Height
174 cm
Ranked in the World
#76
Average Female Height
162 cm
Ranked in the World
#60
Algeria
Average Male Height
175 cm
Ranked in the World
#65
Average Female Height
162 cm
Ranked in the World
#61
Andorra
Average Male Height
179 cm
Ranked in the World
#23
Average Female Height
166 cm
Ranked in the World
#19
Angola
Average Male Height
169 cm
Ranked in the World
#140
Average Female Height
158 cm
Ranked in the World
#136
Antigua and Barbuda
Average Male Height
179 cm
Ranked in the World
#24
Average Female Height
166 cm
Ranked in the World
#20
Argentina
Average Male Height
175 cm
Ranked in the World
#66
Average Female Height
161 cm
Ranked in the World
#76
Armenia
Average Male Height
174 cm
Ranked in the World
#77
Average Female Height
160 cm
Ranked in the World
#94
Australia
Average Male Height
179 cm
Ranked in the World
#25
Average Female Height
165 cm
Ranked in the World
#30
The average height in Australia is 179 cm for men, making it the twenty-fifth tallest country in the world. Australian women have an average height of 165 cm. The average height in Australia has increased over the years, likely due to improved healthcare and nutrition.
Austria
Average Male Height
179 cm
Ranked in the World
#26
Average Female Height
167 cm
Ranked in the World
#10
Azerbaijan
Average Male Height
174 cm
Ranked in the World
#78
Average Female Height
161 cm
Ranked in the World
#77
Bahrain
Average Male Height
173 cm
Ranked in the World
#95
Average Female Height
158 cm
Ranked in the World
#137
Bangladesh
Average Male Height
165 cm
Ranked in the World
#176
Average Female Height
152 cm
Ranked in the World
#187
The average height in Bangladesh is 165 cm for men and 152 cm for women, ranking one hundred seventy-sixth in terms of average height. Like many other countries in South Asia, Bangladesh has made significant progress in improving healthcare and education in recent years, which has contributed to an increase in the average height of its population. However, the country still faces challenges related to poverty, malnutrition, and access to healthcare, which can hinder further improvements in the average height of its population.
Barbados
Average Male Height
177 cm
Ranked in the World
#42
Average Female Height
166 cm
Ranked in the World
#21
Belarus
Average Male Height
179 cm
Ranked in the World
#27
Average Female Height
167 cm
Ranked in the World
#11
Belgium
Average Male Height
179 cm
Ranked in the World
#28
Average Female Height
163 cm
Ranked in the World
#46
Belize
Average Male Height
171 cm
Ranked in the World
#114
Average Female Height
158 cm
Ranked in the World
#138
Benin
Average Male Height
168 cm
Ranked in the World
#148
Average Female Height
158 cm
Ranked in the World
#139
Bermuda
Average Male Height
180 cm
Ranked in the World
#19
Average Female Height
166 cm
Ranked in the World
#22
The average height in Bermuda is 180 cm for men, making it the nineteenth tallest country in the world. Women in Bermuda have an average height of 166 cm. The average height in Bermuda has remained relatively stable over the years.
Bhutan
Average Male Height
167 cm
Ranked in the World
#161
Average Female Height
155 cm
Ranked in the World
#168
Bolivia
Average Male Height
168 cm
Ranked in the World
#149
Average Female Height
156 cm
Ranked in the World
#162
Bosnia and Herzegovina
Average Male Height
183 cm
Ranked in the World
#2
Average Female Height
167 cm
Ranked in the World
#12
Bosnia and Herzegovina has an average male height of 183 cm, making it the second tallest country in the world. The average female height in Bosnia and Herzegovina is 167 cm. Height in this country is influenced by genetic factors and a diet that includes plenty of protein and vegetables.
Botswana
Average Male Height
173 cm
Ranked in the World
#96
Average Female Height
162 cm
Ranked in the World
#62
Brazil
Average Male Height
176 cm
Ranked in the World
#47
Average Female Height
162 cm
Ranked in the World
#63
The average height in Brazil is 176 cm for men and 162 cm for women, ranking forty-seventh in terms of average height. Brazil has experienced a steady increase in average height over the past century due to improvements in healthcare and nutrition.
Brunei
Average Male Height
166 cm
Ranked in the World
#169
Average Female Height
155 cm
Ranked in the World
#169
The average height in Brunei is 166 cm for men and 155 cm for women, ranking one hundred sixty-ninth in terms of average height. Brunei has experienced a moderate increase in average height over the past few decades, likely due to improved nutrition and healthcare.
Bulgaria
Average Male Height
174 cm
Ranked in the World
#79
Average Female Height
165 cm
Ranked in the World
#31
Burkina Faso
Average Male Height
172 cm
Ranked in the World
#101
Average Female Height
161 cm
Ranked in the World
#78
Burundi
Average Male Height
167 cm
Ranked in the World
#162
Average Female Height
155 cm
Ranked in the World
#170
Cambodia
Average Male Height
165 cm
Ranked in the World
#177
Average Female Height
155 cm
Ranked in the World
#171
The average height in Cambodia is 165 cm for men and 155 cm for women, ranking one hundred seventy-seventh in terms of average height. Cambodia is a country in Southeast Asia that has made significant progress in improving healthcare and education in recent years, particularly since the end of the Khmer Rouge regime. As a result, the average height in Cambodia has increased over the past few decades.
Cameroon
Average Male Height
172 cm
Ranked in the World
#102
Average Female Height
160 cm
Ranked in the World
#95
Canada
Average Male Height
179 cm
Ranked in the World
#29
Average Female Height
165 cm
Ranked in the World
#32
The average height in Canada is 179 cm for men, making it the twenty-second tallest country in the world. The average female height is 165 cm in the country. The average Canadian height has increased over the years, likely due to better nutrition and healthcare.
Central African Republic
Average Male Height
169 cm
Ranked in the World
#141
Average Female Height
160 cm
Ranked in the World
#96
Chad
Average Male Height
172 cm
Ranked in the World
#103
Average Female Height
162 cm
Ranked in the World
#64
Chile
Average Male Height
173 cm
Ranked in the World
#97
Average Female Height
159 cm
Ranked in the World
#118
Colombia
Average Male Height
172 cm
Ranked in the World
#104
Average Female Height
158 cm
Ranked in the World
#140
The average height in Colombia is 172 cm for men and 158 cm for women, ranking one hundred-fourth in terms of average height. Colombia has seen a moderate increase in average height over the past few decades, likely due to improved nutrition and healthcare.
Comoros
Average Male Height
168 cm
Ranked in the World
#150
Average Female Height
157 cm
Ranked in the World
#150
Costa Rica
Average Male Height
174 cm
Ranked in the World
#80
Average Female Height
160 cm
Ranked in the World
#97
Croatia
Average Male Height
181 cm
Ranked in the World
#7
Average Female Height
167 cm
Ranked in the World
#13
The average height in Croatia is 181 cm for men and 167 cm for women. The Croatian population is tall due to genetic factors and a diet rich in fish, vegetables, and olive oil.
Cuba
Average Male Height
174 cm
Ranked in the World
#81
Average Female Height
160 cm
Ranked in the World
#98
Cyprus
Average Male Height
173 cm
Ranked in the World
#98
Average Female Height
161 cm
Ranked in the World
#79
Czech Republic
Average Male Height
181 cm
Ranked in the World
#8
Average Female Height
168 cm
Ranked in the World
#7
The Czech Republic has an average male height of 181 cm and an average female height of 168 cm, making it the eighth tallest country in the world. The population is tall due to genetic factors and a diet rich in vegetables, fruits, and lean proteins.
Democratic Republic of the Congo
Average Male Height
169 cm
Ranked in the World
#142
Average Female Height
156 cm
Ranked in the World
#163
Denmark
Average Male Height
182 cm
Ranked in the World
#5
Average Female Height
169 cm
Ranked in the World
#3
The average height in Denmark is 182 cm for men and 169 cm for women. The Danish population is tall due to genetic factors and a diet rich in fish, vegetables, and dairy products.
Djibouti
Average Male Height
171 cm
Ranked in the World
#115
Average Female Height
160 cm
Ranked in the World
#99
Dominica
Average Male Height
180 cm
Ranked in the World
#20
Average Female Height
167 cm
Ranked in the World
#14
The average height in Dominica is 180 cm for men, making it the twentieth tallest country in the world. Dominican women have an average height of 167 cm. The average height in Dominica has remained relatively stable over the years, with some slight increases due to improved healthcare and nutrition.
Dominican Republic
Average Male Height
175 cm
Ranked in the World
#67
Average Female Height
161 cm
Ranked in the World
#80
East Timor
Average Male Height
160 cm
Ranked in the World
#188
Average Female Height
153 cm
Ranked in the World
#184
The average height in East Timor is 160 cm for men and 153 cm for women, ranking one hundred eighty-eighth in terms of average height. East Timor is a small, predominantly rural country with a high poverty rate, and malnutrition is a significant issue, particularly among children. Additionally, the country's history of conflict and political instability may have also contributed to poorer health outcomes and shorter stature.
Ecuador
Average Male Height
167 cm
Ranked in the World
#163
Average Female Height
155 cm
Ranked in the World
#172
Egypt
Average Male Height
175 cm
Ranked in the World
#68
Average Female Height
161 cm
Ranked in the World
#81
El Salvador
Average Male Height
171 cm
Ranked in the World
#116
Average Female Height
156 cm
Ranked in the World
#164
Equatorial Guinea
Average Male Height
168 cm
Ranked in the World
#151
Average Female Height
158 cm
Ranked in the World
#141
Eritrea
Average Male Height
171 cm
Ranked in the World
#117
Average Female Height
158 cm
Ranked in the World
#142
Estonia
Average Male Height
183 cm
Ranked in the World
#3
Average Female Height
169 cm
Ranked in the World
#4
Estonia is the third tallest with an average male height of 183 cm and an average female height of 169 cm. The Estonian population is tall due to genetic factors and a diet rich in fish, vegetables, and dairy products.
Ethiopia
Average Male Height
169 cm
Ranked in the World
#143
Average Female Height
157 cm
Ranked in the World
#151
Federated States of Micronesia
Average Male Height
170 cm
Ranked in the World
#128
Average Female Height
160 cm
Ranked in the World
#100
Fiji
Average Male Height
174 cm
Ranked in the World
#82
Average Female Height
164 cm
Ranked in the World
#39
Finland
Average Male Height
181 cm
Ranked in the World
#9
Average Female Height
166 cm
Ranked in the World
#23
Finland has an average male height of 181 cm and an average female height of 166 cm, making it the ninth tallest country in the world. The Finnish population is tall due to genetic factors and a diet rich in fish, vegetables, and dairy products.
France
Average Male Height
179 cm
Ranked in the World
#30
Average Female Height
164 cm
Ranked in the World
#40
The average height in France is 179 cm for men, making it the thirtieth tallest country in the world. The average female height is 164 cm. The average height in France has increased over the past century, likely due to better nutrition and healthcare.
Gabon
Average Male Height
171 cm
Ranked in the World
#118
Average Female Height
160 cm
Ranked in the World
#101
Georgia
Average Male Height
176 cm
Ranked in the World
#48
Average Female Height
163 cm
Ranked in the World
#47
Germany
Average Male Height
180 cm
Ranked in the World
#21
Average Female Height
166 cm
Ranked in the World
#24
The average height in Germany is 180 cm for men, making it the twenty-first tallest country in the world. The average height for women in the country is 166 cm. The average height in Germany has increased significantly over the past century, likely due to better nutrition and healthcare.
Ghana
Average Male Height
170 cm
Ranked in the World
#129
Average Female Height
159 cm
Ranked in the World
#120
Greece
Average Male Height
179 cm
Ranked in the World
#31
Average Female Height
166 cm
Ranked in the World
#25
Grenada
Average Male Height
179 cm
Ranked in the World
#32
Average Female Height
166 cm
Ranked in the World
#26
Guatemala
Average Male Height
164 cm
Ranked in the World
#181
Average Female Height
151 cm
Ranked in the World
#189
The average height in Guatemala is 164 cm for men and 151 cm for women, ranking one hundred eighty-first in terms of average height. The country's indigenous population tends to be shorter in stature than the Mestizo population, and poverty and malnutrition are significant issues. This has resulted in stunted growth, particularly in children.
Guinea
Average Male Height
171 cm
Ranked in the World
#119
Average Female Height
159 cm
Ranked in the World
#121
Guinea-Bissau
Average Male Height
168 cm
Ranked in the World
#152
Average Female Height
159 cm
Ranked in the World
#122
Guyana
Average Male Height
172 cm
Ranked in the World
#105
Average Female Height
160 cm
Ranked in the World
#102
Haiti
Average Male Height
172 cm
Ranked in the World
#106
Average Female Height
161 cm
Ranked in the World
#82
Honduras
Average Male Height
170 cm
Ranked in the World
#130
Average Female Height
155 cm
Ranked in the World
#173
Hong Kong
Average Male Height
175 cm
Ranked in the World
#69
Average Female Height
161 cm
Ranked in the World
#83
Hungary
Average Male Height
177 cm
Ranked in the World
#43
Average Female Height
163 cm
Ranked in the World
#48
Iceland
Average Male Height
182 cm
Ranked in the World
#6
Average Female Height
169 cm
Ranked in the World
#5
Iceland has an average male height of 182 cm and an average female height of 169 cm, making it the sixth tallest country in the world. The Icelandic population is tall due to genetic factors and a diet rich in fish, lean proteins, and vegetables.
India
Average Male Height
167 cm
Ranked in the World
#164
Average Female Height
155 cm
Ranked in the World
#174
The average height in India is 167 cm for men and 155 cm for women, ranking one hundred sixty-fourth in terms of average height. India has seen a slight increase in average height over the past few decades, likely due to improved nutrition and healthcare.
Indonesia
Average Male Height
166 cm
Ranked in the World
#170
Average Female Height
154 cm
Ranked in the World
#180
The average height in Indonesia is 166 cm for men and 154 cm for women, ranking one hundred seventieth in terms of average height. Over the past few decades, the average height in Indonesia has increased significantly. This can be attributed to various factors such as improved nutrition, access to healthcare, and better living standards. Despite this increase, the average height in Indonesia is still below the global average.
Iran
Average Male Height
176 cm
Ranked in the World
#49
Average Female Height
161 cm
Ranked in the World
#84
Iraq
Average Male Height
174 cm
Ranked in the World
#83
Average Female Height
159 cm
Ranked in the World
#123
Ireland
Average Male Height
179 cm
Ranked in the World
#33
Average Female Height
165 cm
Ranked in the World
#33
Israel
Average Male Height
176 cm
Ranked in the World
#50
Average Female Height
162 cm
Ranked in the World
#65
The average height in Israel is 176 cm for men and 162 cm for women, ranking fiftieth in terms of average height. Israel has seen a significant increase in average height over the past few decades, likely due to improved nutrition and healthcare.
Italy
Average Male Height
174 cm
Ranked in the World
#84
Average Female Height
162 cm
Ranked in the World
#66
The average height in Italy is 174 cm for men and 162 cm for women, ranking eighty-fourth in terms of average height. Italy has experienced a slight increase in average height over the past few decades, likely due to improved nutrition and healthcare.
Ivory Coast
Average Male Height
168 cm
Ranked in the World
#153
Average Female Height
159 cm
Ranked in the World
#124
Jamaica
Average Male Height
177 cm
Ranked in the World
#44
Average Female Height
164 cm
Ranked in the World
#41
Japan
Average Male Height
172 cm
Ranked in the World
#107
Average Female Height
159 cm
Ranked in the World
#125
The average height in Japan is 172 cm for men and 159 cm for women, ranking one hundred-seventh in terms of average height. Japan has seen a significant increase in average height over the past century, largely attributed to improvements in healthcare and nutrition.
Jordan
Average Male Height
175 cm
Ranked in the World
#70
Average Female Height
159 cm
Ranked in the World
#126
Kazakhstan
Average Male Height
176 cm
Ranked in the World
#51
Average Female Height
162 cm
Ranked in the World
#67
Kenya
Average Male Height
171 cm
Ranked in the World
#120
Average Female Height
159 cm
Ranked in the World
#127
Kuwait
Average Male Height
175 cm
Ranked in the World
#71
Average Female Height
160 cm
Ranked in the World
#103
Kyrgyzstan
Average Male Height
172 cm
Ranked in the World
#108
Average Female Height
160 cm
Ranked in the World
#104
Laos
Average Male Height
163 cm
Ranked in the World
#185
Average Female Height
153 cm
Ranked in the World
#185
The average height in Laos is 163 cm for men and 153 cm for women, ranking one hundred eighty-fifth in terms of average height. Laos is a predominantly rural country with a high poverty rate, and malnutrition is a significant issue, particularly among children. Additionally, the country's geography, which includes mountainous terrain, can also contribute to shorter stature.
Latvia
Average Male Height
181 cm
Ranked in the World
#10
Average Female Height
169 cm
Ranked in the World
#6
Latvia ranks tenth with an average male height of 181 cm and an average female height of 169 cm. The Latvian population is tall due to genetic factors and a diet that includes plenty of fish, vegetables, and dairy products.
Lebanon
Average Male Height
179 cm
Ranked in the World
#34
Average Female Height
164 cm
Ranked in the World
#42
Lesotho
Average Male Height
168 cm
Ranked in the World
#154
Average Female Height
157 cm
Ranked in the World
#152
Liberia
Average Male Height
166 cm
Ranked in the World
#171
Average Female Height
157 cm
Ranked in the World
#153
The average height in Liberia is 166 cm for men and 157 cm for women, ranking one hundred seventy-first in terms of average height. Like many African countries, Liberia has seen a gradual increase in the average height of its population due to improvements in healthcare, education, and nutrition. However, the country still faces significant challenges in terms of poverty, malnutrition, and access to basic healthcare services, which can hinder further improvements in the average height of its population.
Libya
Average Male Height
176 cm
Ranked in the World
#52
Average Female Height
163 cm
Ranked in the World
#49
Lithuania
Average Male Height
181 cm
Ranked in the World
#11
Average Female Height
168 cm
Ranked in the World
#8
The average height in Lithuania is 181 cm for men, making it the eleventh tallest country in the world. Women in Lithuania have an average height of 168 cm. Over the years, the average height of Lithuanians has increased due to better nutrition and healthcare.
Luxembourg
Average Male Height
179 cm
Ranked in the World
#35
Average Female Height
165 cm
Ranked in the World
#34
Madagascar
Average Male Height
165 cm
Ranked in the World
#178
Average Female Height
153 cm
Ranked in the World
#186
The average height in Madagascar is 165 cm for men and 153 cm for women, ranking one hundred seventy-eighth in terms of average height. Madagascar is one of the poorest countries in the world, and its population has experienced a slight decrease in average height in recent years due to economic struggles and malnutrition. However, the government has made efforts to improve access to healthcare and education and there are ongoing efforts to combat poverty and improve living standards in Madagascar, which could contribute to improvements in the population's average height over time.
Malawi
Average Male Height
166 cm
Ranked in the World
#172
Average Female Height
156 cm
Ranked in the World
#165
The average height in Malawi is 166 cm for men and 156 cm for women, ranking one hundred seventy-second in terms of average height. Malawi is one of the poorest countries in the world and has struggled with high rates of malnutrition and disease. Despite these challenges, the average height in Malawi has increased over the past few decades, thanks to various initiatives aimed at improving healthcare, education, and nutrition.
Malaysia
Average Male Height
169 cm
Ranked in the World
#144
Average Female Height
157 cm
Ranked in the World
#154
Maldives
Average Male Height
168 cm
Ranked in the World
#155
Average Female Height
154 cm
Ranked in the World
#181
Mali
Average Male Height
175 cm
Ranked in the World
#72
Average Female Height
162 cm
Ranked in the World
#68
Malta
Average Male Height
174 cm
Ranked in the World
#85
Average Female Height
163 cm
Ranked in the World
#50
Marshall Islands
Average Male Height
165 cm
Ranked in the World
#179
Average Female Height
155 cm
Ranked in the World
#175
The average height in the Marshall Islands is 165 cm for men and 155 cm for women, ranking one hundred seventy-ninth in terms of average height. The island's limited food supply and the prevalence of malnutrition are the primary reasons for the shorter stature of its population. This has resulted in stunted growth, particularly in children.
Mauritania
Average Male Height
166 cm
Ranked in the World
#173
Average Female Height
160 cm
Ranked in the World
#105
The average height in Mauritania is 166 cm for men and 160 cm for women, ranking one hundred seventy-third in terms of average height. Mauritania is a country in West Africa that has made significant progress in improving healthcare and education, particularly in recent years. However, the country still faces challenges related to poverty, malnutrition, and access to healthcare, which can affect the average height of its population.
Mauritius
Average Male Height
173 cm
Ranked in the World
#99
Average Female Height
159 cm
Ranked in the World
#128
Mexico
Average Male Height
170 cm
Ranked in the World
#131
Average Female Height
158 cm
Ranked in the World
#143
The average height in Mexico is 170 cm for men and 158 cm for women, ranking one hundred thirty-first in terms of average height. Mexico has seen a slight increase in average height over the past few decades, likely due to improved nutrition and healthcare.
Moldova
Average Male Height
176 cm
Ranked in the World
#53
Average Female Height
163 cm
Ranked in the World
#51
Mongolia
Average Male Height
171 cm
Ranked in the World
#121
Average Female Height
160 cm
Ranked in the World
#106
Montenegro
Average Male Height
183 cm
Ranked in the World
#4
Average Female Height
170 cm
Ranked in the World
#1
Montenegro has an average male height of 183 cm and an average female height of 170 cm, ranking fourth in the world. The population is tall due to genetic factors and a diet rich in fruits, vegetables, and lean proteins.
Morocco
Average Male Height
176 cm
Ranked in the World
#54
Average Female Height
161 cm
Ranked in the World
#85
Mozambique
Average Male Height
164 cm
Ranked in the World
#182
Average Female Height
155 cm
Ranked in the World
#176
The average height in Mozambique is 164 cm for men and 155 cm for women, ranking one hundred eighty-second in terms of average height. Malnutrition is a significant problem in Mozambique, particularly in rural areas, and this can lead to stunted growth in children. Additionally, the prevalence of diseases such as HIV/AIDS can also contribute to shorter stature.
Myanmar
Average Male Height
167 cm
Ranked in the World
#165
Average Female Height
155 cm
Ranked in the World
#177
Namibia
Average Male Height
170 cm
Ranked in the World
#132
Average Female Height
160 cm
Ranked in the World
#107
Nauru
Average Male Height
170 cm
Ranked in the World
#133
Average Female Height
158 cm
Ranked in the World
#144
Nepal
Average Male Height
164 cm
Ranked in the World
#183
Average Female Height
152 cm
Ranked in the World
#188
The average height in Nepal is 164 cm for men and 152 cm for women, ranking one hundred eighty-third in terms of average height. Nepal is a predominantly rural country, and poverty and malnutrition are significant issues, particularly in remote areas. Additionally, the high altitude and mountainous terrain of much of the country can also contribute to shorter stature.
Netherlands
Average Male Height
184 cm
Ranked in the World
#1
Average Female Height
170 cm
Ranked in the World
#2
The average height in the Netherlands is 184 cm, making it the tallest country in the world. The average height for women is 170 cm. The Dutch population is tall due to factors such as genetics, a healthy diet, and an active lifestyle.
New Zealand
Average Male Height
178 cm
Ranked in the World
#37
Average Female Height
165 cm
Ranked in the World
#35
Nicaragua
Average Male Height
170 cm
Ranked in the World
#134
Average Female Height
156 cm
Ranked in the World
#166
Niger
Average Male Height
170 cm
Ranked in the World
#135
Average Female Height
160 cm
Ranked in the World
#108
Nigeria
Average Male Height
172 cm
Ranked in the World
#109
Average Female Height
158 cm
Ranked in the World
#145
North Korea
Average Male Height
175 cm
Ranked in the World
#73
Average Female Height
161 cm
Ranked in the World
#86
Norway
Average Male Height
181 cm
Ranked in the World
#12
Average Female Height
166 cm
Ranked in the World
#27
The average height in Norway is 181 cm for men, making it the twelfth tallest country in the world. The average female height in Norway is 166 cm. Historically, Norwegians have been tall, and their average height has remained relatively stable over time.
Oman
Average Male Height
172 cm
Ranked in the World
#110
Average Female Height
158 cm
Ranked in the World
#146
Pakistan
Average Male Height
167 cm
Ranked in the World
#166
Average Female Height
155 cm
Ranked in the World
#178
Palau
Average Male Height
171 cm
Ranked in the World
#122
Average Female Height
160 cm
Ranked in the World
#109
Palestine
Average Male Height
175 cm
Ranked in the World
#74
Average Female Height
161 cm
Ranked in the World
#87
Panama
Average Male Height
170 cm
Ranked in the World
#136
Average Female Height
158 cm
Ranked in the World
#147
Papua New Guinea
Average Male Height
163 cm
Ranked in the World
#186
Average Female Height
157 cm
Ranked in the World
#155
The average height in Papua New Guinea is 163 cm for men and 157 cm for women, ranking one hundred eighty-sixth in terms of average height. Malnutrition is a significant issue in Papua New Guinea, particularly in remote areas, and this has contributed to stunted growth in children. Additionally, the country's cultural diversity and genetics may also play a role in determining height.
Paraguay
Average Male Height
174 cm
Ranked in the World
#86
Average Female Height
160 cm
Ranked in the World
#110
People's Republic of China
Average Male Height
176 cm
Ranked in the World
#55
Average Female Height
163 cm
Ranked in the World
#52
The average height in China is 176 cm for men and 163 cm for women, ranking fifty-fifth in terms of average height. China has experienced a remarkable increase in average height over the past century, largely attributed to improvements in healthcare and nutrition.
Peru
Average Male Height
167 cm
Ranked in the World
#167
Average Female Height
154 cm
Ranked in the World
#182
Philippines
Average Male Height
165 cm
Ranked in the World
#180
Average Female Height
154 cm
Ranked in the World
#183
The average height in the Philippines is 165 cm for men and 154 cm for women, ranking one hundred and eighth in terms of average height. The country's population is a mix of various ethnic groups, but the prevalence of malnutrition, particularly among children, contributes to the shorter height of Filipinos. Additionally, the country's geography, which includes mountainous terrain, may also play a role.
Poland
Average Male Height
181 cm
Ranked in the World
#13
Average Female Height
166 cm
Ranked in the World
#28
The average height in Poland is 181 cm for men, making it the thirteenth tallest country in the world. The average height for women in Poland is 166 cm. The average height in Poland has increased in recent years, likely due to better access to healthcare and improved living conditions.
Portugal
Average Male Height
174 cm
Ranked in the World
#87
Average Female Height
161 cm
Ranked in the World
#88
Puerto Rico
Average Male Height
180 cm
Ranked in the World
#22
Average Female Height
163 cm
Ranked in the World
#53
Qatar
Average Male Height
173 cm
Ranked in the World
#100
Average Female Height
161 cm
Ranked in the World
#89
Republic of Macedonia
Average Male Height
176 cm
Ranked in the World
#56
Average Female Height
161 cm
Ranked in the World
#90
Republic of the Congo
Average Male Height
171 cm
Ranked in the World
#123
Average Female Height
159 cm
Ranked in the World
#129
Romania
Average Male Height
178 cm
Ranked in the World
#38
Average Female Height
165 cm
Ranked in the World
#36
The average height in Romania is 178 cm for men, making it the twenty-third tallest country in the world. Romanian women have an average height of 165 cm. The average Romanian height has increased in recent years, likely due to improved living conditions and access to healthcare.
Russia
Average Male Height
177 cm
Ranked in the World
#45
Average Female Height
165 cm
Ranked in the World
#37
The average height in Russia is 177 cm for men, making it the forty-fifth tallest country in the world. The average height for women is 165 cm. The average height in Russia has increased over the past century, likely due to better nutrition and healthcare.
Rwanda
Average Male Height
166 cm
Ranked in the World
#174
Average Female Height
157 cm
Ranked in the World
#156
The average height in Rwanda is 166 cm for men and 157 cm for women, ranking one hundred seventy-fourth in terms of average height. Rwanda is a small country in East Africa that has undergone significant changes in recent years, particularly in terms of healthcare and education. As a result, the average height in Rwanda has increased over the past few decades, although it is still lower than the global average.
Saint Kitts and Nevis
Average Male Height
174 cm
Ranked in the World
#88
Average Female Height
163 cm
Ranked in the World
#54
Saint Lucia
Average Male Height
176 cm
Ranked in the World
#57
Average Female Height
166 cm
Ranked in the World
#29
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
Average Male Height
178 cm
Ranked in the World
#39
Average Female Height
165 cm
Ranked in the World
#38
São Tomé and Príncipe
Average Male Height
170 cm
Ranked in the World
#137
Average Female Height
160 cm
Ranked in the World
#111
Saudi Arabia
Average Male Height
171 cm
Ranked in the World
#124
Average Female Height
159 cm
Ranked in the World
#130
The average height in Saudi Arabia is 171 cm for men and 159 cm for women, ranking one hundred twenty-fourth in terms of average height. Saudi Arabia has seen a moderate increase in average height over the past few decades, likely due to improved nutrition and healthcare.
Senegal
Average Male Height
176 cm
Ranked in the World
#58
Average Female Height
164 cm
Ranked in the World
#43
Serbia
Average Male Height
181 cm
Ranked in the World
#14
Average Female Height
168 cm
Ranked in the World
#9
The average height in Serbia is 181 cm for men, making it the fourteenth tallest country in the world. Serbian women have an average height of 168 cm. The average height in Serbia has increased over the years due to improved healthcare and better living standards.
Seychelles
Average Male Height
176 cm
Ranked in the World
#59
Average Female Height
162 cm
Ranked in the World
#69
Sierra Leone
Average Male Height
166 cm
Ranked in the World
#175
Average Female Height
157 cm
Ranked in the World
#157
The average height in Sierra Leone is 166 cm for men and 157 cm for women, ranking one hundred seventy-fifth in terms of average height. Sierra Leone is one of the poorest countries in the world and has faced significant challenges related to war, poverty, and disease. As a result, the average height in Sierra Leone is lower than the global average, although there have been some improvements in recent years due to various initiatives aimed at improving healthcare, education, and nutrition.
Singapore
Average Male Height
176 cm
Ranked in the World
#60
Average Female Height
161 cm
Ranked in the World
#91
Slovakia
Average Male Height
181 cm
Ranked in the World
#15
Average Female Height
167 cm
Ranked in the World
#15
The average height in Slovakia is 181 cm for men, making it the fifteenth tallest country in the world. The average female height is 167 cm. The average height in Slovakia has increased in recent years due to improved nutrition and healthcare.
Slovenia
Average Male Height
181 cm
Ranked in the World
#16
Average Female Height
167 cm
Ranked in the World
#16
The average height in Slovenia is 181 cm for men, making it the sixteenth tallest country in the world. The average female height is 167 cm. The average height in Slovenia has increased in recent years, likely due to better healthcare and living conditions.
Solomon Islands
Average Male Height
163 cm
Ranked in the World
#187
Average Female Height
157 cm
Ranked in the World
#158
The average height in the Solomon Islands is 163 cm for men and 157 cm for women, ranking one hundred and eighty-seventh in terms of average height. Malnutrition and poverty are significant issues in the Solomon Islands, particularly in remote areas, and this has contributed to stunted growth in children. Additionally, the country's cultural diversity and genetics may also play a role in determining height.
Somalia
Average Male Height
171 cm
Ranked in the World
#125
Average Female Height
160 cm
Ranked in the World
#112
South Africa
Average Male Height
170 cm
Ranked in the World
#138
Average Female Height
159 cm
Ranked in the World
#131
South Korea
Average Male Height
176 cm
Ranked in the World
#61
Average Female Height
163 cm
Ranked in the World
#55
The average height in South Korea is 176 cm for men and 163 cm for women, ranking sixty-first in terms of average height. South Korea has seen a significant increase in average height over the past few decades, likely due to improved nutrition and healthcare.
Spain
Average Male Height
176 cm
Ranked in the World
#62
Average Female Height
162 cm
Ranked in the World
#70
The average height in Spain is 176 cm for men and 162 cm for women, ranking sixty-second in terms of average height. Spain has seen a moderate increase in average height over the past century, likely due to improvements in healthcare and nutrition.
Sri Lanka
Average Male Height
168 cm
Ranked in the World
#156
Average Female Height
156 cm
Ranked in the World
#167
Sudan
Average Male Height
172 cm
Ranked in the World
#111
Average Female Height
160 cm
Ranked in the World
#113
Suriname
Average Male Height
175 cm
Ranked in the World
#75
Average Female Height
162 cm
Ranked in the World
#71
Sweden
Average Male Height
181 cm
Ranked in the World
#17
Average Female Height
167 cm
Ranked in the World
#17
The average height in Sweden is 181 cm for men, making it the seventeenth tallest country in the world. The average height for women in Sweden is 167 cm. The average height in Sweden has remained relatively stable over the years, with some slight increases due to better healthcare and nutrition.
Switzerland
Average Male Height
179 cm
Ranked in the World
#36
Average Female Height
164 cm
Ranked in the World
#44
Syria
Average Male Height
172 cm
Ranked in the World
#112
Average Female Height
159 cm
Ranked in the World
#132
Taiwan
Average Male Height
174 cm
Ranked in the World
#89
Average Female Height
161 cm
Ranked in the World
#92
Tajikistan
Average Male Height
168 cm
Ranked in the World
#157
Average Female Height
158 cm
Ranked in the World
#148
Tanzania
Average Male Height
167 cm
Ranked in the World
#168
Average Female Height
157 cm
Ranked in the World
#159
Thailand
Average Male Height
172 cm
Ranked in the World
#113
Average Female Height
159 cm
Ranked in the World
#133
The average height in Thailand is 172 cm for men and 159 cm for women, ranking one hundred thirteenth in terms of average height. Thailand has experienced a moderate increase in average height over the past few decades, likely due to improved nutrition and healthcare.
The Bahamas
Average Male Height
174 cm
Ranked in the World
#90
Average Female Height
163 cm
Ranked in the World
#56
The Gambia
Average Male Height
168 cm
Ranked in the World
#158
Average Female Height
162 cm
Ranked in the World
#72
Togo
Average Male Height
170 cm
Ranked in the World
#139
Average Female Height
159 cm
Ranked in the World
#134
Trinidad and Tobago
Average Male Height
176 cm
Ranked in the World
#63
Average Female Height
163 cm
Ranked in the World
#57
Tunisia
Average Male Height
177 cm
Ranked in the World
#46
Average Female Height
162 cm
Ranked in the World
#73
Turkey
Average Male Height
176 cm
Ranked in the World
#64
Average Female Height
162 cm
Ranked in the World
#74
Turkmenistan
Average Male Height
174 cm
Ranked in the World
#91
Average Female Height
163 cm
Ranked in the World
#58
Uganda
Average Male Height
169 cm
Ranked in the World
#145
Average Female Height
159 cm
Ranked in the World
#135
Ukraine
Average Male Height
181 cm
Ranked in the World
#18
Average Female Height
167 cm
Ranked in the World
#18
The average height in Ukraine is 181 cm for men, making it the eighteenth tallest country in the world. Ukrainian women have an average height of 167 cm. The average height in Ukraine has increased in recent years, likely due to better healthcare and nutrition.
United Arab Emirates
Average Male Height
174 cm
Ranked in the World
#92
Average Female Height
161 cm
Ranked in the World
#93
United Kingdom
Average Male Height
178 cm
Ranked in the World
#40
Average Female Height
164 cm
Ranked in the World
#45
The average height in the United Kingdom is 178 cm for men, making it the fortieth tallest country in the world. British women have an average height of 164 cm. The average height in the United Kingdom has increased over the past century, likely due to better nutrition and healthcare.
United States of America
Average Male Height
178 cm
Ranked in the World
#41
Average Female Height
163 cm
Ranked in the World
#59
The average height in America is 178 cm for men, making it the twenty-fourth tallest country in the world. American women have an average height of 163 cm. The average American height has increased over the past century, likely due to better nutrition and healthcare.
Uruguay
Average Male Height
174 cm
Ranked in the World
#93
Average Female Height
162 cm
Ranked in the World
#75
Uzbekistan
Average Male Height
171 cm
Ranked in the World
#126
Average Female Height
160 cm
Ranked in the World
#114
Vanuatu
Average Male Height
168 cm
Ranked in the World
#159
Average Female Height
160 cm
Ranked in the World
#115
Venezuela
Average Male Height
174 cm
Ranked in the World
#94
Average Female Height
160 cm
Ranked in the World
#116
Vietnam
Average Male Height
169 cm
Ranked in the World
#146
Average Female Height
158 cm
Ranked in the World
#149
The average height in Vietnam is 169 cm for men and 158 cm for women, ranking one hundred forty-sixth in terms of average height. Vietnam has experienced a moderate increase in average height over the past few decades, likely due to improved nutrition and healthcare.
Yemen
Average Male Height
164 cm
Ranked in the World
#184
Average Female Height
155 cm
Ranked in the World
#179
The average height in Yemen is 164 cm for men and 155 cm for women, ranking one hundred eighty-fourth in terms of average height. Malnutrition and poverty are significant issues in Yemen, particularly in the context of ongoing conflict and political instability. These factors have contributed to stunted growth, particularly in children.
Zambia
Average Male Height
168 cm
Ranked in the World
#160
Average Female Height
157 cm
Ranked in the World
#160
Zimbabwe
Average Male Height
171 cm
Ranked in the World
#127
Average Female Height
160 cm
Ranked in the World
#117
FAQs
What is the tallest country in the world ?
The tallest country in the world is the Netherlands with an average male height of 184 cm.
What is the average height in the world ?
The average height in the world is around 175 cm for men and 162 cm for women.
What is the shortest country in the world ?
The shortest country in the world is East Timor, with an average male height of 160 cm.
What is the average height of a man ?
The average male height in the world is 173 cm.
What is the average height of a woman ?
The average female height worldwide is 163 cm.
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