This calculator is informational and is not medical advice.
Healthy BMI range
129-174 lb
Different formulas were designed for different clinical contexts, so the average is a reference point only.
Athletes, older adults, and pregnant people may not fit these ranges well.
Live validation and instant result updates instead of a submit-only workflow.
Multiple decision metrics are shown together, not only the primary answer.
Formula notes and assumptions are visible on the page so the math is easier to audit.
Reference Model
Modeled after the input style and primary output on Calculator.net's Ideal Weight Calculator.
The page keeps the math in one place and exposes the assumptions beside the result.
Default inputs: sex=male, heightFeet=5, heightInches=10