Average Height in Micronesia (2026 Data)
The average height in Micronesia is approximately 5'6" (168 cm) for men and 5'2" (158 cm) for women, based on NCD-RisC pooled height estimates.
Average Height in Micronesia: Men and Women
Adult height in Micronesia reflects genetics, childhood nutrition, healthcare access, and living conditions. Pooled international estimates provide the best available figures for current average adult stature.
For men, the population mean is about 168 cm (5'6"); for women, about 158 cm (5'2"). These figures represent adults aged 18 and older and are typically measured barefoot in health surveys.
Height varies by region, ethnicity, and birth cohort within Micronesia. The averages below describe the national picture; individual heights span a wide range above and below these means.
Average Height by Age Group in Micronesia
| Age Group | Men (cm / ft-in) | Women (cm / ft-in) |
|---|---|---|
| 18–25 | 170 cm (5'7") | 159 cm (5'3") |
| 26–35 | 169 cm (5'7") | 159 cm (5'3") |
| 36–50 | 168 cm (5'6") | 158 cm (5'2") |
| 50+ | 167 cm (5'6") | 157 cm (5'2") |
Age-group estimates derived from NCD-RisC pooled height estimates. Younger cohorts typically measure slightly taller than older groups due to secular height trends.
How Micronesia Compares to the World and the US
Globally, the approximate mean adult height is about 171 cm (5'7") for men and 159 cm (5'2.5") for women, based on NCD-RisC pooled estimates. Compared to this, Micronesia men are 3 cm shorter than the global male mean and women are 1 cm shorter than the global female mean.
The United States averages about 175 cm (5'9") for men and 162 cm (5'4") for women (CDC/NHANES). Micronesia men are 7 cm shorter than US men on average; Micronesia women are 4 cm shorter than US women.
The Federated States of Micronesia blend several island groups with mid-range Pacific stature.
Why Heights Differ: Genetics, Nutrition, and Trends
Height is roughly 80% genetic and 20% environmental, but nutrition in the first years of life matters enormously at the population level. The Federated States of Micronesia blend several island groups with mid-range Pacific stature.
Like most populations, Micronesia has seen height changes across generations as nutrition, sanitation, and healthcare evolved.
Comparing your personal height to Micronesia's average is informative, but percentile rankings depend on which reference population you use. Our calculator compares against US CDC/NHANES data, which may differ from Micronesia's national distribution.
Data source: NCD-RisC pooled height estimates. For US percentile comparisons, see our methodology page.
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