How to use the Waist-to-Hip Ratio Calculator
Estimate waist-to-hip ratio from waist circumference, hip circumference, screening reference with the Waist-to-Hip Ratio Calculator. Use it to understand an educational estimate and the inputs behind it, not as a diagnosis or treatment decision.
Step by step
- For the Waist-to-Hip Ratio, enter waist circumference, hip circumference, screening reference. Keep each value in the unit displayed beside its field.
- Review the selected Waist-to-Hip Ratio workflow and inputs, then read waist-to-hip ratio in the result panel.
- Change one Waist-to-Hip Ratio assumption at a time to compare scenarios. Use Reset to restore this tool's worked example values.
How the calculation works
Waist-to-hip ratio equals waist circumference divided by hip circumference; the screening reference uses WHO sex-specific cut points.
Worked example
In the Waist-to-Hip Ratio worked example, waist circumference 80 cm, hip circumference 100 cm, screening reference Men produces waist-to-hip ratio of 0.80. Ratio is at or below the WHO screening cut point of 0.90 for the selected reference. Review the displayed units before comparing the result.
Understanding the result
The Waist-to-Hip Ratio reports waist-to-hip ratio. Use it to understand an educational estimate and the inputs behind it, not as a diagnosis or treatment decision. Educational estimate only; it cannot diagnose a condition or replace advice from a qualified health professional.
How to check the answer
Check the Waist-to-Hip Ratio estimate by confirming the units and supported ranges for waist circumference, hip circumference, screening reference. Compare waist-to-hip ratio with another published method or direct measurement when available, and ask a clinician before using it for a health decision.
Common questions
What does the Waist-to-Hip Ratio calculate?
Estimate waist-to-hip ratio from waist circumference, hip circumference, screening reference with the Waist-to-Hip Ratio Calculator.
Which Waist-to-Hip Ratio inputs have the biggest effect?
waist-to-hip ratio responds directly to waist circumference, hip circumference, screening reference. Change one input while holding the others constant to see its effect.
Is the Waist-to-Hip Ratio result exact?
Educational estimate only; it cannot diagnose a condition or replace advice from a qualified health professional. Recheck waist circumference, hip circumference, screening reference and use waist-to-hip ratio only for a decision where that level of precision is appropriate.