What is hip-to-waist ratio?

Hip-to-waist ratio divides hip measurement by waist measurement. This calculator also shows waist-to-hip ratio, which is commonly used for health risk categories.

What is the difference between HWR and WHR?

HWR is hip divided by waist. WHR is waist divided by hip. They are inverse values, and WHR is more commonly used in public health references.

How should I measure waist and hip?

Measure waist around the narrowest point or near the navel, and hip around the widest part of the hips. Keep the tape level and relaxed.

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Hip-to-Waist Ratio Calculator

Calculate hip-to-waist ratio and waist-to-hip ratio from waist and hip measurements.

Unit System

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Waist (cm)

Hip (cm)

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Hip-to-Waist Ratio Calculator

Use this calculator to find your hip-to-waist ratio and the related waist-to-hip ratio. HWR divides hip by waist, while WHR divides waist by hip and is often used to understand abdominal fat pattern.

HWR and WHR Formula

Hip-to-waist ratio is hip measurement divided by waist measurement. Waist-to-hip ratio is waist measurement divided by hip measurement. Both use the same unit, so centimeters and inches work equally well.

Metric	Formula	Use
HWR	Hip / waist	Shows hip measurement relative to waist.
WHR	Waist / hip	Common reference for abdominal fat distribution.

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