A BMI of 24 is classed as a healthy weight for most adults (NHS). For people of South Asian, Chinese, other Asian, Middle Eastern, Black African or African-Caribbean background it is classed as overweight (increased risk) (NICE).
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What a BMI of 24 means
Body mass index (BMI) compares your weight with your height. A BMI of 24 means you weigh 24 kilograms for every square metre of your height. Using the NHS categories, a BMI of 24 is classed as a healthy weight for most adults.
Most adults
BMI 24 = a healthy weight. NHS ranges: under 18.5 underweight, 18.5–24.9 healthy, 25–29.9 overweight, 30+ obesity.
South Asian, Chinese, other Asian, Middle Eastern, Black African or African-Caribbean
BMI 24 = overweight (increased risk). NICE uses lower cut-offs of 23 and 27.5 because health risks start at a lower BMI.
Your BMI is within the healthy range. For comparison, the average BMI of adults in England is 27.6 (Health Survey for England 2022), and 64% of adults have a BMI of 25 or more.
Weight at a BMI of 24 for every height
Find your height to see the weight that gives a BMI of 24, in kilograms, stones and pounds. The last column shows the bottom of the healthy range (BMI 18.5).
| Height | Weight at BMI 24 | Stones & pounds | Pounds | Lower healthy limit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4′10″ (147 cm) | 52.1 kg | 8 st 3 lb | 115 lb | 40.2 kg |
| 4′11″ (150 cm) | 53.9 kg | 8 st 7 lb | 119 lb | 41.5 kg |
| 5′0″ (152 cm) | 55.7 kg | 8 st 11 lb | 123 lb | 43.0 kg |
| 5′1″ (155 cm) | 57.6 kg | 9 st 1 lb | 127 lb | 44.4 kg |
| 5′2″ (157 cm) | 59.5 kg | 9 st 5 lb | 131 lb | 45.9 kg |
| 5′3″ (160 cm) | 61.5 kg | 9 st 9 lb | 135 lb | 47.4 kg |
| 5′4″ (163 cm) | 63.4 kg | 10 st 0 lb | 140 lb | 48.9 kg |
| 5′5″ (165 cm) | 65.4 kg | 10 st 4 lb | 144 lb | 50.4 kg |
| 5′6″ (168 cm) | 67.4 kg | 10 st 9 lb | 149 lb | 52.0 kg |
| 5′7″ (170 cm) | 69.5 kg | 10 st 13 lb | 153 lb | 53.6 kg |
| 5′8″ (173 cm) | 71.6 kg | 11 st 4 lb | 158 lb | 55.2 kg |
| 5′9″ (175 cm) | 73.7 kg | 11 st 9 lb | 163 lb | 56.8 kg |
| 5′10″ (178 cm) | 75.9 kg | 11 st 13 lb | 167 lb | 58.5 kg |
| 5′11″ (180 cm) | 78.1 kg | 12 st 4 lb | 172 lb | 60.2 kg |
| 6′0″ (183 cm) | 80.3 kg | 12 st 9 lb | 177 lb | 61.9 kg |
| 6′1″ (185 cm) | 82.5 kg | 13 st 0 lb | 182 lb | 63.6 kg |
| 6′2″ (188 cm) | 84.8 kg | 13 st 5 lb | 187 lb | 65.4 kg |
| 6′3″ (190 cm) | 87.1 kg | 13 st 10 lb | 192 lb | 67.1 kg |
| 6′4″ (193 cm) | 89.4 kg | 14 st 1 lb | 197 lb | 68.9 kg |
| 6′5″ (196 cm) | 91.8 kg | 14 st 6 lb | 202 lb | 70.8 kg |
| 6′6″ (198 cm) | 94.2 kg | 14 st 12 lb | 208 lb | 72.6 kg |
A BMI of 24 for women and men
The NHS uses the same BMI categories for women and men, so a BMI of 24 is a healthy weight whether you are male or female. What differs is body composition: at the same BMI, women usually carry more body fat than men, and men tend to carry more fat around the waist.
BMI 24 for a woman
A 5′4″ (163 cm) woman with a BMI of 24 weighs about 63.4 kg (10 st 0 lb). After the menopause, fat tends to move towards the waist, so a waist check is especially useful.
BMI 24 for a man
A 5′10″ (178 cm) man with a BMI of 24 weighs about 75.9 kg (11 st 13 lb). Very muscular men can have a high BMI without excess fat, which is why waist size matters too.
Is BMI 24 different by age? No – adult BMI categories are the same from 18 onwards. Over 65, a BMI between about 23 and 28 is not usually a concern, and losing weight without trying should always be checked by a GP. Children need a BMI centile instead.
Health risks at a BMI of 24
A BMI of 24 sits inside the NHS healthy range of 18.5 to 24.9, so for most adults it carries the lowest risk of weight-related illness. Because 24 is near the top of the range, it is worth keeping an eye on your waist size: if your waist is more than half your height, you may still be carrying extra fat around your middle.
BMI cannot tell fat from muscle, so it is best used with a second measure. NICE recommends a waist-to-height ratio: keep your waist to less than half your height.
What to do next
- Keep doing what works: a balanced diet based on the Eatwell Guide and at least 150 minutes of moderate activity a week.
- Check your waist-to-height ratio once or twice a year.
- Weigh yourself every few weeks so you notice slow weight gain early.
Frequently asked questions
Is a BMI of 24 good?
A BMI of 24 is classed as a healthy weight for most adults by the NHS. It is inside the healthy range of 18.5 to 24.9.
Is a BMI of 24 overweight?
For most adults, a BMI of 24 is a healthy weight. For South Asian, Chinese, other Asian, Middle Eastern, Black African and African-Caribbean adults, NICE classes it as overweight (increased risk).
How much should I weigh to have a BMI of 24?
It depends on your height. A 5′4″ (163 cm) person would weigh about 63.4 kg (10 st 0 lb), and a 5′10″ (178 cm) person about 75.9 kg (11 st 13 lb). See the table above for every height.
Is a BMI of 24 the same for men and women?
Yes. The NHS uses the same adult BMI categories for men and women, so a BMI of 24 is a healthy weight for both. Women usually carry more body fat than men at the same BMI.
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