Formula and method
This calculator uses the values you enter and applies the calculation immediately in your browser. The main output formulas are:
- BMI:
weight / (height*height) * 703
Some formulas are undefined for certain input combinations, such as division by zero, equal x-values in a slope calculation, or logarithms of non-positive numbers. In those cases the live tool reports that the result is undefined instead of displaying Infinity or NaN.
Examples
- Example: with Weight = 180 lb, Height = 70 in, this calculator returns BMI = 25.8.
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Common mistakes with BMI
The most common mistake is treating BMI as a body fat percentage -- it isn't one. BMI only uses height and weight, so it cannot tell muscle from fat. A muscular, low-body-fat athlete and a sedentary person with the same height and weight get the exact same BMI.
The second most common mistake is comparing BMI across very different body types (age, ethnicity, and unusually short or tall height all shift how well BMI tracks actual health risk). Use it to track your own trend over time, not to compare yourself to someone else.
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Frequently asked questions
Is BMI Calculator free to use?
Yes. BMI Calculator is completely free, has no usage limit, and does not require an account, email, or API key.
Does BMI Calculator store or upload my data?
No. BMI Calculator calculates everything locally in your browser. Nothing you type is sent to a server or stored by SpecWhale.
How accurate is BMI Calculator?
BMI Calculator uses a standard formula (see the Method section above for the exact expression). For high-stakes financial, medical, or legal decisions, confirm the result with a professional or an authoritative source before relying on it.
Can I embed BMI Calculator on my own website?
Yes. Use the "Embed this tool" snippet on this page to add a free, working copy of BMI Calculator to your own blog post or page.
SEO and sharing notes
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