Average Height in Ukraine (2026 Data)
The average height in Ukraine is approximately 5'10" (178 cm) for men and 5'5" (165 cm) for women, based on Ukrainian national health surveys and NCD-RisC estimates. Ukraine ranks above the global and US averages.
Average Height in Ukraine: Men and Women
Adult height in Ukraine reflects decades of genetics, childhood nutrition, healthcare access, and living conditions. The most recent national health surveys provide the best estimates for current average stature among adults.
For men, the population mean is about 178 cm (5'10"); for women, about 165 cm (5'5"). 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 Ukraine. The averages below describe the national picture; individual heights span a wide range above and below these means.
Average Height by Age Group in Ukraine
| Age Group | Men (cm / ft-in) | Women (cm / ft-in) |
|---|---|---|
| 18–25 | 180 cm (5'11") | 166 cm (5'5") |
| 26–35 | 179 cm (5'10") | 166 cm (5'5") |
| 36–50 | 178 cm (5'10") | 165 cm (5'5") |
| 50+ | 177 cm (5'10") | 164 cm (5'5") |
Age-group estimates derived from Ukrainian national health surveys and NCD-RisC estimates. Younger cohorts typically measure slightly taller than older groups due to secular height trends.
How Ukraine 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, Ukraine men are 7 cm taller and women are 6 cm taller.
The United States averages about 175 cm (5'9") for men and 162 cm (5'4") for women (CDC/NHANES). Ukraine men are 3 cm taller than US men on average; Ukraine women are 3 cm taller than US women.
Ukraine's position relative to global and US averages reflects its combination of Slavic genetics similar to Poland and Russia, affected by economic disruptions.
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. Ukraine's average stature is shaped by Slavic genetics similar to Poland and Russia, affected by economic disruptions.
Ukrainian heights increased through the late 20th century; recent conflict may affect future cohort nutrition.
Comparing your personal height to Ukraine'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 Ukraine's national distribution.
Data source: Ukrainian national health surveys and NCD-RisC estimates. For US percentile comparisons, see our methodology page.
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