About Feet to Cm Conversion

Converting feet to centimeters is most commonly needed for human height. Whether you're filling out international forms, comparing heights across countries, or simply curious about what "6 feet tall" means in metric, this converter makes it easy.

Why This Matters

Medical records — Most countries record height in centimeters
Passport applications — Many require height in cm
Dating apps — US profiles show feet/inches, international ones show cm
Height comparisons — Understanding celebrity or athlete heights given in feet

The Conversion

One foot equals exactly 30.48 centimeters. For rough estimates, think of 1 foot as about 30 cm.

Height Context

Average adult heights vary by country: US men average 5'9" (175 cm), women 5'4" (162 cm). The Netherlands has the tallest average at about 6'0" (183 cm) for men.

How to Convert Feet to Cm

Using This Tool

Enter feet in the top field (use decimals for inches, e.g., 5.5 for 5'6")
Read centimeters in the bottom field
Copy the result for forms or documents

Converting Feet and Inches

US heights include inches. To convert:

Convert feet to cm (multiply by 30.48)
Convert inches to cm (multiply by 2.54)
Add both results

Example: 5'10" = (5 × 30.48) + (10 × 2.54) = 152.4 + 25.4 = 177.8 cm

Common Heights Reference

5'0" = 152 cm
5'6" = 168 cm
5'10" = 178 cm
6'0" = 183 cm
6'2" = 188 cm

Using Decimal Feet

For precise conversion: 5'6" = 5.5 feet, 5'3" = 5.25 feet, 5'9" = 5.75 feet.

Features

Human Height Focus

The quick reference table shows common human heights pre-converted. Find your height or compare with others instantly.

Decimal Input

Enter feet as decimals for feet+inches combinations. 5.5 feet = 5'6", making complex conversions straightforward.

Two-Way Conversion

Know your height in cm and need feet? Enter cm in the bottom field. The swap button reverses the conversion direction.

One-Click Copy

Copy the result for pasting into forms. The number copies without units, ready for any input field.

Privacy

Height is personal information. Rest assured:

No storage — Your height isn't saved anywhere
No tracking — We don't record what you convert
Local only — All calculations happen in your browser

Frequently Asked Questions

How tall is 6 feet in cm?

6 feet equals 182.88 cm. This is often rounded to 183 cm in casual use.

How do I convert 5'10" to cm?

5 feet = 152.4 cm, 10 inches = 25.4 cm. Total: 152.4 + 25.4 = 177.8 cm. In this converter, enter 5.833 feet (5 + 10/12).

What is the average height in feet and cm?

Globally, men average about 5'7" (171 cm) and women about 5'3" (161 cm). This varies significantly by country.

Why do Americans measure height in feet?

The US uses the imperial system inherited from Britain. While most daily measurements remain imperial, scientific and medical contexts increasingly use metric. Height on US driver's licenses is still in feet and inches.

How tall is "short" or "tall"?

This varies by country and gender. In the US, men under 5'7" (170 cm) or over 6'2" (188 cm) are often considered short or tall respectively. For women, the thresholds are roughly 5'2" (157 cm) and 5'9" (175 cm).

Feet to Centimeters