One thing’s for sure; the height of 6’2 is pretty tall. But what exactly is the average weight for a 6’2 male?
Considering that there’s no body weight data on 6’2 men specifically, the question may seem unanswerable.
However, this is not the case.
At Critical Body, we have access to body weight measurement data from over 5,000 adult males, so when we match this data with the average height (5’9), we can get a pretty good estimate of how much the average 6’2 guy weighs.
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What is the average weight for a 6’2 male?
What is the average weight for a 6’2 male? Based on the data, it is estimated that the average weight for a 6’2 male is approximately 220 pounds or 99.8 kilograms.
The average man, all heights factored in, weighs roughly 200 lbs. So considering that a 6’2 man is 5 inches taller than the 5’9 average, we can estimate that the average weight for a 6’2 man is around 220 lbs.
The bigger your frame and the more fat and muscle you have, the heavier you’ll be.
The slimmer your build and the leaner you are, the lighter you’ll be.
Many 6’2 men weigh over 220 lbs, while many weigh quite a bit less. Taking all of the possible physiques into account, I think that 220 lbs is a fairly accurate estimate for a 6’2 man living in the US.
Related: How much does the average man weigh?
How much does a 6’2 female usually weigh?
A 6’2 female usually weighs between 180 pounds and 200 pounds, depending on her build and body composition.
Obviously, a 6’2 woman is much taller than the petite 5’4 average, meaning that she’s naturally going to weigh more than average as well, most of the time.
Again, some 6’2 women are very slim, whereas others have more muscle and body fat on their frame, causing them to have a higher body weight.
All things considered, most 6’2 women will weigh somewhere between 180 lbs and 200 lbs.
Related: How much does the average woman weigh?
What is a good BMI for a 6’2 man?
A good BMI for a 6’2 man is between 18.5 on the very low end and 24.9 on the high end, which works out to a body weight between 145 lbs and 195 lbs.
Now, is it possible to be heavier than 190 lbs at 6’2 while still being healthy? Yes, if you have a large build and a lean physique, you can be healthy while having an overweight BMI.
But is the opposite of this true? This would need to be determined on a case-by-case basis. But, in general, those who are borderline underweight may be risking malnutrition.
Of course, some 6’2 people are naturally slim, and that’s fine. You just don’t want your body weight to drop too low, that’s all.
Related: Is 6’2 tall for a man?
How much should a 6’2 male weigh to be healthy?
Generally, a 6’2 male should weigh between 145 lbs and 195 lbs if he wants to be optimally healthy, likely aiming for a weight somewhere in between these lower and upper recommendations, which are based on BMI.
With this in mind, let’s take a look at what BMI various body weights lead to at the height of 6 foot 2.
6’2 120 lbs
Someone who is 6’2 and weighs 120 lbs is extremely skinny because they have a severely low 15.4 BMI. Similarly, a person standing 6’2 and weighing 125 lbs has a very low BMI of 16.
6’2 130 lbs
Are you 6’2 and 130 lbs? If so, then you’re underweight due to having a body mass index of 16.7. In a similar manner, a height of 6’2 and a weight of 135 lbs gives a BMI of 17.3, which is a full BMI point into the underweight category.
6’2 140 lbs
You have a BMI of 18 if you’re 6’2 and 140 lbs (underweight), and you have a BMI of 18.6 if you’re 6’2 and 145 lbs (borderline underweight).
6’2 150 lbs
Those who are 6’2 and 150 lbs likely have a very skinny physique due to their 19.3 BMI. In a similar way, people who are 6’2 and 155 lbs have a 19.9 BMI, which is way less than average for both women and men.
6’2 160 lbs
Individuals who are 6’2 and 160 pounds have a 20.5 body mass index, which is well within the normal range. Similarly, those who are 6’2 and 165 lbs have a normal BMI of 21.2.
6’2 170 lbs
Men and women who are 6’2 and weigh a slim 170 lbs have a 21.8 BMI. Additionally, those who are 6’2 and weigh 175 pounds have a body mass index score of 22.5.
6’2 180 lbs
Are you 6’2 and 180 lbs? If this is the case, then your 23.1 BMI is still within the normal range. In a similar way, if you’re 6’2 and weigh 185 pounds, then your body mass index (23.8) is also considered normal.
6’2 190 lbs
People who are 6’2 and weigh 190 pounds have a 24.4 BMI, which is on the high end of the normal range. Also, those who are 6’2 and weigh 195 pounds have a BMI of exactly 25.
6’2 200 lbs
If you’re 6’2 and 200 lbs, then you’re technically overweight (but not by much) due to having a 25.7 BMI. Obviously, this is less of an issue if you’re fairly lean.
Similarly, if you’re 6’2 and 205 lbs, then you have an overweight BMI of 26.3.
6’2 210 lbs
If you are 6’2 and weigh 210 lbs, then you’re classed as overweight due to having a BMI of 27. In a similar manner, a person who is 6’2 and 215 lbs is considered overweight due to their 27.6 BMI.
6’2 220 lbs
Anyone who is 6’2 and 220 lbs has an overweight BMI (28.2), as do people who are 6’2 and 225 lbs (28.9).
6’2 230 lbs
If you are 6’2 and weigh 230 lbs, then you have a borderline-obese body mass index of 29.5. Additionally, those who are 6’2 and 235 lbs are just into the obese classification due to their 30.2 BMI.
6’2 240 lbs
People who are 6’2 and 240 lbs have a high 30.8 BMI, while those who are 6’2 and 245 lbs have a BMI of 31.5.
6’2 250 lbs
If you’re 6’2 and 250 lbs, then your body mass index score is an obese 32.1, and if you’re 6’2 and 255 lbs, you have a rather high BMI of 32.7.
6’2 260 lbs
Someone who is 6’2 and weighs 260 pounds has an excessively high BMI (33.4), while someone who is 6’2 and weighs 265 pounds has a similarly high BMI of 34.
6’2 270 lbs
If you are 6’2 and weigh 270 lbs, then your BMI score is 34.7. Similarly, if you’re 6’2 and 275 lbs, then your body mass index is 35.3.
6’2 280 lbs
You have a body mass index of 35.9 (class 2 obesity) if you’re 6’2 and 280 lbs. In a similar way, your BMI is a hefty 36.6 if you’re 6’2 and 285 lbs.
6’2 290 lbs
People who are 6’2 and 290 pounds have a 37.2 BMI, while others who are 6’2 and 295 lbs have a 37.9 BMI.
6’2 300 lbs
If you’re 6’2 and 300 lbs, then you’re more than 100 lbs overweight, which results in a BMI of 38.5.
6’2 350 lbs
Those who are 6’2 and weigh 350 lbs have a severely obese BMI of 44.9, which is almost 15 body mass index points higher than average.
6’2 400 lbs
Individuals who are 6’2 and weigh 400 lbs have a 51.4 BMI, which is over 20 BMI points into the obese classification and, as a result, is an example of severe obesity.
In conclusion: What is the ideal weight for a 6’2 male?
The ideal weight for a 6’2 male is more of a weight range rather than one perfect weight. Broadly speaking, we recommend that 6’2 men keep their weight to between 150 lbs and 190 lbs if they want to be optimally healthy.
Of course, a particular body weight doesn’t guarantee good health—you can certainly have a normal weight while still carrying too much body fat.
Still, one thing’s abundantly clear; most men are far too heavy these days. So it’s best to err on the side of caution and maintain a lower body weight rather than a heavier one, ideally less than 200 lbs, which is average for most men.
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