🇴🇲 Oman 🌍 WHO 🌏 Asia-Pacific 🇯🇵 Japan
BMI Calculator — Oman
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WHO normal BMI: 18.5–24.9. In Oman, 27% of adults are obese and 62.7% are overweight or obese (WHO 2022 Global Health Observatory). Oman uses the WHO BMI standard. The وزارة الصحة العُمانية publishes these statistics nationally. Oman has seen obesity rates nearly double since 2000. The National Non-Communicable Diseases Survey 2021 showed particularly high rates among Omani women.
Weight / Height · Metric (kg/cm) · Imperial (lbs/ft)
BMI Classification — Oman & 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 Oman? ▾
27% of adults in Oman are classified as obese and 62.7% are overweight or obese per WHO 2022 Global Health Observatory data. Oman has seen obesity rates nearly double since 2000. The National Non-Communicable Diseases Survey 2021 showed particularly high rates among Omani women. The وزارة الصحة العُمانية monitors these figures through national health and nutrition surveys.
What BMI standard does Oman use? ▾
Oman follows the WHO standard (normal 18.5–24.9, overweight 25–29.9, obese ≥30). The وزارة الصحة العُمانية 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 Oman? ▾
BMI is a widely used population screening tool in Oman 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 وزارة الصحة العُمانية recommends combining BMI with waist circumference (men: <94 cm, women: <80 cm per WHO) and other clinical indicators for a complete assessment.