Feet to Centimeters Converter

Convert feet to centimeters instantly. 1 foot = 30.48 cm. Essential for converting height measurements, furniture dimensions, and room sizes between US and metric measurements.

Why Use Feet to Centimeters Converter

Centimeters are the standard unit for height and body measurements in most of the world, while Americans and many British people report height in feet and inches. When entering height on a European dating app, international medical form, or fitness tracker, converting feet to centimeters is a common daily need. Room dimensions, furniture sizes, and fabric lengths measured in feet also need cm conversion for international contexts. With 1 foot = 30.48 cm exactly, this converter handles any feet-to-cm conversion instantly.

Height forms: Enter your height in cm on international medical and travel documents
Online shopping: Convert furniture and clothing dimensions from feet to cm
Interior design: Work with international catalogs that list dimensions in cm
Dating and fitness apps: Enter profile height in cm for international platforms
Sports analytics: Compare athlete heights in metric for international databases

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Quick Reference: Common Conversions

5 ft (5'0") = 152.4 cm
5'2" = 157.5 cm
5'4" = 162.6 cm
5'5" = 165.1 cm
5'7" = 170.2 cm
5'10" = 177.8 cm
6 ft (6'0") = 182.88 cm
6'4" = 193.0 cm

The Formula

To convert feet to centimeters, multiply by 30.48:

Centimeters = Feet × 30.48

For feet and inches together: first convert all to inches (feet × 12 + inches), then multiply by 2.54. For example, 5'10": (5 × 12 + 10) = 70 inches × 2.54 = 177.8 cm. Both methods give the same result. The conversion is exact: 1 foot = 12 inches × 2.54 cm/inch = 30.48 cm exactly.

Real-World Examples

Average US male height: 5'9" (175 cm) — the commonly cited average adult male height in the US and UK.
NBA requirement: A 7-foot player equals 213.36 cm — the iconic height associated with NBA centers.
Doorway height: A standard US 6'8" doorway equals 203.2 cm — fitting most people with comfortable clearance.
Bed size: A US queen bed at 5' × 6'8" (60 × 80 inches) equals 152.4 × 203.2 cm.
Ceiling height: A standard US 8-foot ceiling equals 243.84 cm, rounding to the typical 244 cm or 2.44 m listed in international specs.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many centimeters is 1 foot?

One foot equals exactly 30.48 centimeters. This is a defined, exact conversion: 1 foot = 12 inches, and 1 inch = 2.54 cm exactly, so 1 foot = 12 × 2.54 = 30.48 cm. For quick mental math: 1 foot ≈ 30 cm (underestimates by 1.6%). Three feet (1 yard) = 91.44 cm, close to but slightly less than 1 meter (100 cm). Ten feet = 304.8 cm = 3.048 meters.

What is 5 feet 10 inches in cm?

5 feet 10 inches equals 177.8 cm. This is calculated as: (5 × 12 + 10) = 70 inches × 2.54 cm = 177.8 cm. This is a height near the average for adult men in many Western countries. In international contexts, 5'10" (177.8 cm) is typically reported as "178 cm" on forms and profiles. It is slightly above the global adult male average of approximately 171 cm (5'7").

How do I convert my height from feet to cm?

Step 1: Convert your height to total inches. If you're 5 feet 7 inches: 5 × 12 + 7 = 67 inches. Step 2: Multiply total inches by 2.54. 67 × 2.54 = 170.18 cm, rounded to 170 cm. Quick reference for common heights: 5'0" = 152 cm, 5'3" = 160 cm, 5'6" = 168 cm, 5'9" = 175 cm, 6'0" = 183 cm, 6'3" = 191 cm. Most international forms request height to the nearest centimeter.

What is 6 feet in centimeters?

6 feet equals exactly 182.88 centimeters — typically rounded to 183 cm. The "6-foot mark" carries cultural significance in many English-speaking countries as a benchmark of notable height. Globally, 183 cm places a man approximately in the top 10–15% of adult male heights in most populations. In sport, 6 feet (183 cm) is often the minimum height for certain athletic positions, while NBA players average around 6'6" (198 cm).