Waist Circumference: Age Trend
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The median waist rises from 93.4 cm (36.8 in) for men and 85.3 cm (33.6 in) for women in the 20s to near 106 cm (41.7 in) and 101 cm (39.8 in) by the 50s-70s.
Waist Circumference Body Composition Trend
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Waist Circumference Median Values
| Age | Male (cm) | Female (cm) |
|---|---|---|
| 20-29 | 93.4 (36.8 in) | 85.3 (33.6 in) |
| 30-39 | 98.6 (38.8 in) | 93.1 (36.7 in) |
| 40-49 | 101.5 (40.0 in) | 95.7 (37.7 in) |
| 50-59 | 104.3 (41.1 in) | 100.8 (39.7 in) |
| 60-69 | 104.5 (41.1 in) | 99.6 (39.2 in) |
| 70-79 | 106.6 (42.0 in) | 98.9 (38.9 in) |
| 80+ | 102.6 (40.4 in) | 94.4 (37.2 in) |