Height Comparison Calculator: Compare Heights Side by Side
Free height comparison tool and height chart maker. Compare up to 10 people, celebrities, characters or objects to scale, drag them anywhere, and see the exact height difference in feet and cm.
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What is a height comparison calculator? A height comparison calculator draws two or more people, celebrities, characters or objects side by side on the same scale and works out the exact height difference. To compare heights by hand, convert both to the same unit and subtract. For example, 6′0″ (182.9 cm) − 5′6″ (167.6 cm) = a height difference of 6 inches (15.2 cm), or about 9% taller.
Key takeaways
- 1 inch = 2.54 cm and 1 foot = 30.48 cm. Every height comparison starts by putting both heights in the same unit.
- The average height for men in the US is 5′9″ (175.3 cm), and the average height for women is 5′3.5″ (161.3 cm) (CDC NHANES 2015–2018).
- The average US height difference between men and women is about 5.5 inches (14 cm).
- Standard counter height is 36 in, bar height is 42 in, and a standard US door is 80 in (6′8″) tall.
- You're about 0.4 in (1 cm) taller in the morning than at night.
How to use the height comparison chart
This height comparison tool works as a height simulator, height visualizer, height generator and height comparer in one. Everyone is drawn to scale on a single height chart, with centimeters on the left and feet on the right.
- Type a name and pick a character: man, woman, athlete, kids, superhero, robot, alien, wizard, an object or landmark, or upload your own photo.
- Enter the height in feet and inches or in cm.
- Choose any outfit color, skin tone, hair color and body build.
- Click Add to chart, or search Quick add for 70+ celebrities, athletes, US averages, objects and landmarks.
- Drag any character left or right to place them anywhere on the scale. Auto-arrange lines everyone up again.
- Tap a character to make them the reference, then read the height difference table. Share a link or Download a PNG.
Height difference calculator
Put two people on the chart and the tool becomes a height difference calculator and height difference visualizer. A red bracket shows the gap, and the table adds the percentage. To work out a height difference by hand:
Height difference = taller height − shorter height
% taller = (difference ÷ shorter height) × 100
Example: 6′2″ = 74 in and 5′7″ = 67 in. The difference is 7 inches (17.8 cm), so the first person is about 10.4% taller.
Height difference chart
| Height difference | In cm | What it looks like side by side |
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| 1–2 in | 2.5–5 cm | Eyes almost level. Shoes can cancel it out. |
| 3–4 in | 7.5–10 cm | Clearly noticeable. The shorter person's eyes are near the taller person's nose. |
| 5–6 in | 12.5–15 cm | The shorter person's eyes are at the taller person's chin or mouth. This is the average US male–female gap. |
| 8–10 in | 20–25 cm | The shorter person's eyes reach the taller person's shoulder. |
| 12 in + | 30 cm + | The shorter person's head reaches about the taller person's chest. |
Couple height difference
Comparing heights with a partner is one of the most popular uses of a height comparison chart. On average, US couples are about 5.5 inches (14 cm) apart. Add both of you, drag yourselves next to each other, and download the picture.
Celebrity heights: how tall are they?
How tall is Taylor Swift? How tall is Kevin Hart? How tall is Tom Cruise? Search any name in Quick add and compare your height with theirs side by side. These are commonly reported heights, and sources can differ by about an inch.
| Celebrity | Known for | Height (ft) | Height (cm) |
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Athlete heights: NBA, WNBA, NFL, soccer and more
How tall is Victor Wembanyama? How tall is Shaq? Compare yourself with the tallest (and shortest) pros. The average NBA height is about 6′6″ (198 cm), and the average WNBA height is about 6′0″ (183 cm).
| Athlete | Sport | Height (ft) | Height (cm) |
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Character height comparison
Use the tool for character height comparison with anime and fictional characters. Choose a superhero, robot, alien or wizard style, type an official height, and compare. Popular official heights are in Quick add → Characters:
| Character | Series | Height (ft) | Height (cm) |
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Average height for men and women
What is the average height of a man? In the United States, the average height for men is 5′9″ (175.3 cm). What is the average height of a woman? The average height for women in the US is 5′3.5″ (161.3 cm). Worldwide, the average male height is about 5′7″ (171 cm) and the average female height is about 5′2.5″ (159 cm).
| Group | Average male height | Average female height |
|---|---|---|
| United States (adults 20+) | 5′9″ (175.3 cm) | 5′3.5″ (161.3 cm) |
| World (approx.) | ≈5′7″ (171 cm) | ≈5′2.5″ (159 cm) |
| NBA / WNBA players | ≈6′6″ (198 cm) | ≈6′0″ (183 cm) |
Is 5′9″ tall for a man? In the US it's exactly average. Is 6 feet tall? Yes. At 182.9 cm, a 6-foot man is about 3 inches above the US average. Is 5′7″ tall for a woman? Yes, it's about 3.5 inches above the US average for women.
Average height by age (boys and girls)
What is the average height for a 12-year-old? About 4′11″ (149 cm) for boys and 4′11.5″ (151 cm) for girls. Here is the average height by age, based on the CDC 50th-percentile growth charts. Want to predict a child's adult height? Try the height calculator.
| Age | Boys | Girls |
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Average height by country
| Country | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | ≈6′0″ (183 cm) | ≈5′7″ (170 cm) |
| United Kingdom | ≈5′10″ (177 cm) | ≈5′4.5″ (164 cm) |
| United States | 5′9″ (175 cm) | 5′3.5″ (161 cm) |
| Japan | ≈5′7.5″ (172 cm) | ≈5′2″ (158 cm) |
| Mexico | ≈5′7″ (170 cm) | ≈5′2″ (157 cm) |
| India | ≈5′5″ (165 cm) | ≈5′0″ (153 cm) |
Standard heights of everyday things
Use Quick add → Objects for a quick size comparison between people and furniture. Counter height vs bar height: counter height is 36 in (91 cm) with 24–26 in stools. Bar height is 42 in (107 cm) with 28–30 in stools.
| Item | Standard height (US) | In cm |
|---|---|---|
| Standard door height | 80 in (6′8″) | 203 cm |
| Standard ceiling height | 8 ft (9 ft in many new homes) | 244 cm |
| Kitchen counter / countertop height | 36 in | 91 cm |
| Bar height (table or counter) | 42 in | 107 cm |
| Counter height stools | 24–26 in seat | 61–66 cm |
| Bar height stools | 28–30 in seat | 71–76 cm |
| Standard desk height | 28–30 in | 71–76 cm |
| Dining table height | 28–30 in | 71–76 cm |
| Coffee table height | 16–18 in | 41–46 cm |
| Standard toilet height | 15 in | 38 cm |
| Comfort / chair height toilet (ADA) | 17–19 in | 43–48 cm |
| Pickleball net height | 34 in center, 36 in at sidelines | 86 / 91 cm |
| Basketball hoop | 10 ft | 305 cm |
Landmark heights: size comparison with famous structures
Add a landmark next to a person to see the real size difference. How tall were the Twin Towers? The North Tower's roof was 1,368 ft (417 m), and the South Tower's was 1,362 ft (415 m). How tall is the Empire State Building? 1,454 ft (443 m) to the tip. How tall is Mount Everest in feet? 29,032 ft (8,849 m).
| Landmark | Height (ft) | Height (m) |
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Height converter: feet to cm and cm to feet
Type a height in either box to convert it instantly. You'll get your height in cm, height in inches, feet and meters.
Height chart in cm and feet
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Height measurement: how to measure height at home
- Stand barefoot on a hard floor with your heels, buttocks, shoulders and head touching a wall.
- Look straight ahead with your chin level.
- Rest a hardcover book flat on your head against the wall and mark the underside.
- Measure from the floor to the mark with a steel tape, at the same time of day each time you measure.
Why use this height comparison website?
- Accurate to scale: every character is drawn at its exact height, on both a cm and a feet height scale.
- Drag and drop: put characters anywhere on the height chart.
- 70+ built-in heights: celebrities, athletes, anime characters, furniture and landmarks, all searchable.
- Unlimited colors, 5 skin tones, 6 hair colors and 3 body builds.
- Fast and private: it's lightweight, needs no sign-up, and photos never leave your device.
Frequently asked questions
What is a height comparison calculator?
A height comparison calculator draws people, characters or objects side by side at their real heights and shows the exact height difference in inches, centimeters and percent.
How do I compare heights?
Enter each person's height, pick a character, and add them to the chart. The tool draws everyone to scale and lists how much taller or shorter each person is than the reference.
Can I move the characters on the chart?
Yes. Drag any character left or right to place them anywhere. On a keyboard, focus a character and use the arrow keys. Click Auto-arrange to line everyone up again.
What is the average height for men?
The average height for men in the US is 5′9″ (175.3 cm). Worldwide, the average male height is about 5′7″ (171 cm).
What is the average height for women?
The average height for women in the US is 5′3.5″ (161.3 cm). Worldwide, the average female height is about 5′2.5″ (159 cm).
How tall is Taylor Swift?
Taylor Swift is commonly reported as 5′11″ (180 cm). Add her from Quick add to compare her height with yours.
How tall is Kevin Hart?
Kevin Hart is commonly reported as 5′4″ (163 cm).
How tall is Victor Wembanyama?
Victor Wembanyama is listed at about 7′4″ (224 cm), which makes him one of the tallest players in the NBA.
What is the difference between counter height and bar height?
Counter height is 36 inches (91 cm) and bar height is 42 inches (107 cm). Counter stools have 24–26 in seats, and bar stools have 28–30 in seats.
What is the standard door height?
A standard interior door in the US is 80 inches (6′8″, 203 cm) tall.
How tall is 5′9″ in cm?
5′9″ is 175.3 cm: (5 × 30.48) + (9 × 2.54) = 175.26 cm.
How tall is 6 feet in cm?
6 feet is 182.9 cm (6 × 30.48 = 182.88 cm).
When do men stop growing in height?
Most boys stop growing between 16 and 18, when the growth plates close. Some grow slightly until about 20. Girls usually stop between 14 and 16.
What is the average height difference in couples?
In the US it's about 5.5 inches (14 cm), matching the average difference between men and women.
Can I use my own photo?
Yes. Choose Character → Photo and upload a full-body picture. It stays in your browser and is never uploaded.
Is this height comparison tool free?
Yes. It's 100% free, needs no sign-up and works on iPhone, Android, tablets and desktop.
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Sources
- Fryar CD, Carroll MD, Gu Q, Afful J, Ogden CL. Anthropometric reference data for children and adults: United States, 2015–2018. National Health Statistics Reports, CDC/NCHS, 2021.
- CDC. Clinical Growth Charts: stature-for-age percentiles, 2 to 20 years.
- NCD Risk Factor Collaboration (NCD-RisC). A century of trends in adult human height. eLife. 2016;5:e13410.
- National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST). The international inch: 1 in = 2.54 cm exactly.
Celebrity and athlete heights are commonly reported or officially listed figures and can differ slightly between sources. Character heights come from official guidebooks. Landmark heights are architectural or official heights. Furniture heights are typical US standards.