BMI Chart
This chart provides a visual representation of BMI categories. Use it as a reference to understand your BMI results better.
This chart provides a visual representation of BMI categories. Use it as a reference to understand your BMI results better.
This table shows the World Health Organization's (WHO) recommended BMI classifications for adults (age 20 and older).
| Classification | BMI Range (kg/m2) |
|---|---|
| Severe Thinness | < 16 |
| Moderate Thinness | 16 - 17 |
| Mild Thinness | 17 - 18.5 |
| Normal | 18.5 - 25 |
| Overweight | 25 - 30 |
| Obese Class I | 30 - 35 |
| Obese Class II | 35 - 40 |
| Obese Class III | > 40 |
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends BMI categorization for children and teens between ages 2 and 20.
| Category | Percentile Range |
|---|---|
| Underweight | < 5% |
| Healthy Weight | 5% - 85% |
| At Risk of Overweight | 85% - 95% |
| Overweight | > 95% |