Body Fat Percentage: Age Trend
Median body fat rises from 17% in the mid-20s to 22% by the mid-80s in men; from 25% to 31% in women over the same span.
Body Fat Percentage Body Composition Trend
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Body Fat Percentage Median Values
| Age | Male (%) | Female (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 20-29 | 17 | 25 |
| 30-39 | 19 | 26 |
| 40-49 | 21 | 28 |
| 50-59 | 22 | 30 |
| 60-69 | 23 | 31 |
| 70-79 | 23 | 32 |
| 80+ | 22 | 31 |