Summary
Waist-to-hip circumference ratio for educational anthropometry.
Calculation details
Measurement landmark and posture affect results; this is not a diagnosis.
Formula
Ratio = waist ÷ hip.
Worked example
Waist-hip ratio worked example
A waist of 80 cm and hips of 100 cm give a ratio of 0.8.
How it works
Measure waist and hip with consistent landmarks and posture. This is a simple index, not a clinical diagnosis.
Frequently asked questions
Is this a medical diagnosis?
No. It is an educational estimate and cannot diagnose a condition or replace individualized professional advice.
Why can my actual result differ?
Landmark and posture differences change the ratio.
When is this calculator most useful?
Use it as a simple anthropometric index, not a diagnosis.
How are results rounded?
The calculation retains full precision; centralized display formatting rounds only the visible result.