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Waist-to-Hip Ratio Calculator

Waist-to-hip ratio (WHR) and your health-risk band by sex, an indicator of fat distribution.

Enter values

Results update as you type.

Result

Waist-to-hip ratio

0.863

Health risk
Low risk
Body shape
Pear (lower-body fat)

Educational estimate only — not medical advice. Talk to a healthcare professional about your individual situation.

About the Waist-to-Hip Ratio Calculator

Waist-to-hip ratio (WHR) and your health-risk band by sex, an indicator of fat distribution.

Also known as: whr calculator, waist hip ratio, apple or pear shape.

How to use this calculator

  1. Enter waist circumference, hip circumference, sex.
  2. The result updates instantly as you type — press Calculate (or Enter) at any time.
  3. Review the breakdown shown under the main result.
  4. Use Copy result or Share to save the answer or send a link with your inputs.

Formula

WHR = waist ÷ hip circumference

Worked example

Using the values pre-filled in the calculator above:

  • Waist circumference = 88
  • Hip circumference = 102
  • Sex: Male

the calculator returns:

  • Waist-to-hip ratio: 0.863
  • Health risk: Low risk
  • Body shape: Pear (lower-body fat)