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BMI Calculator — Armenia
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WHO normal BMI: 18.5–24.9. In Armenia, 26.5% of adults are obese and 60.5% are overweight or obese (WHO 2022 Global Health Observatory). Armenia uses the WHO BMI standard. The Ministry of Health Republic of Armenia publishes these statistics nationally. Armenia has the highest obesity rate in the South Caucasus region (26.5%), significantly higher than Georgia (22.1%) and Azerbaijan (19.9%). The Ministry of Health conducts STEPS surveys using WHO BMI thresholds.
Weight / Height · Metric (kg/cm) · Imperial (lbs/ft)
BMI Classification — Armenia & International
| Category / Normal | 🌍 WHO | 🌏 Asia-Pacific | 🇯🇵 Japan |
|---|---|---|---|
| Underweight | < 18.5 | < 18.5 | < 18.5 |
| Normal weight | 18.5 – 24.9 | 18.5 – 22.9 | 18.5 – 24.9 |
| Overweight | 25 – 29.9 | 23 – 27.4 | ≥ 25 (Obese) |
| Obese | ≥ 30 | ≥ 27.5 | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the obesity rate in Armenia? ▾
26.5% of adults in Armenia are classified as obese and 60.5% are overweight or obese per WHO 2022 Global Health Observatory data. Armenia has the highest obesity rate in the South Caucasus region (26.5%), significantly higher than Georgia (22.1%) and Azerbaijan (19.9%). The Ministry of Health conducts STEPS surveys using WHO BMI thresholds. The Ministry of Health Republic of Armenia monitors these figures through national health and nutrition surveys.
What BMI standard does Armenia use? ▾
Armenia follows the WHO standard (normal 18.5–24.9, overweight 25–29.9, obese ≥30). The Ministry of Health Republic of Armenia applies these thresholds in national clinical guidelines and public health campaigns. Unlike parts of Asia which use lower cut-offs, the standard WHO thresholds reflect the original research on European and North American populations.
Is BMI an accurate measure for people in Armenia? ▾
BMI is a widely used population screening tool in Armenia but it has well-known limitations: it does not distinguish between muscle and fat, and cannot capture fat distribution — abdominal (visceral) fat carries higher cardiovascular risk than fat stored in limbs. The Ministry of Health Republic of Armenia recommends combining BMI with waist circumference (men: <94 cm, women: <80 cm per WHO) and other clinical indicators for a complete assessment.