Two people can weight the exact same amount and have very different body compositions — which is exactly why body fat percentage tells you more about your health than weight or BMI alone. This calculator estimates your body fat percentage using standard measurement methods based on your height, weight, and circumference measurements.
Body Fat Percentage Calculator
U.S. Navy Method for Body Composition & Lean Mass Estimation
Body Composition Breakdown
ACE Body Fat Norms & Categories
| Category | Men Range | Women Range |
|---|---|---|
| Essential Fat | 2% – 5% | 10% – 13% |
| Athletes | 6% – 13% | 14% – 20% |
| Fitness | 14% – 17% | 21% – 24% |
| Acceptable / Average | 18% – 24% | 25% – 31% |
| Obese | 25%+ | 32%+ |
This number is especially useful for tracking fitness progress, since it distinguishes fat loss from muscle loss in a way the scale simply can’t. Pair this with our BMI calculator and read our guide on how to calculate BMI to understand where BMI falls short, and check our TDEE vs BMR guide if you’re using this number to set a calorie target.
Enter your measurements above to get your estimated body fat percentage.