Body Fat Percentage Calculator

Estimate body fat percentage using the US Navy method with height, neck, waist, and hip measurements. Provides an estimate for informational purposes only — not medical advice.

Worked example

Male: height 175cm, waist 84cm, neck 38cm: ~17%

How to calculate

  1. Select your sex.
  2. Enter height, waist, and neck (and hip for females).
  3. Read the estimated body fat percentage.

Formula

Body Fat % = 495 / (1.29579 − 0.35004 × log10(waist + hip − neck) + 0.22100 × log10(height)) − 450

Explanation

  • Tracking fitness progress.
  • General health awareness.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this medically accurate?

It is an estimate based on the US Navy circumference method. For precise measurements, use DEXA scanning or calipers. This tool is for informational purposes only.