🇲🇪 Montenegro 🌍 WHO 🌏 Asia-Pacific 🇯🇵 Japan
BMI Calculator — Montenegro
Body Mass Index · WHO Standard · Montenegro Health Statistics
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WHO normal BMI: 18.5–24.9. In Montenegro, 23.3% of adults are obese and 57% are overweight or obese (WHO 2022 Global Health Observatory). Montenegro uses the WHO BMI standard. The Institut za javno zdravlje Crne Gore publishes these statistics nationally. Montenegro has higher obesity rates than neighbouring Bosnia (17.9%), consistent with other Adriatic coastal countries where sedentary summer tourism culture plays a role.
Weight / Height · Metric (kg/cm) · Imperial (lbs/ft)
BMI Classification — Montenegro & 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 Montenegro? ▾
23.3% of adults in Montenegro are classified as obese and 57% are overweight or obese per WHO 2022 Global Health Observatory data. Montenegro has higher obesity rates than neighbouring Bosnia (17.9%), consistent with other Adriatic coastal countries where sedentary summer tourism culture plays a role. The Institut za javno zdravlje Crne Gore monitors these figures through national health and nutrition surveys.
What BMI standard does Montenegro use? ▾
Montenegro follows the WHO standard (normal 18.5–24.9, overweight 25–29.9, obese ≥30). The Institut za javno zdravlje Crne Gore 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 Montenegro? ▾
BMI is a widely used population screening tool in Montenegro 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 Institut za javno zdravlje Crne Gore recommends combining BMI with waist circumference (men: <94 cm, women: <80 cm per WHO) and other clinical indicators for a complete assessment.