Feet ↔ Centimeters
Convert between feet and centimeters
Feet ↔ Centimeters
Quick Facts
- •1 foot = 30.48 cm
- •5 feet = 152.4 cm
- •6 feet = 182.88 cm
- •Average male height: 5'9" = 175.3 cm
Feet to Centimeters
One foot equals exactly 30.48 centimeters. This conversion is commonly needed for height measurements — many countries express height in centimeters while the US and UK use feet and inches. For example, a person who is 5'10" is 177.8 cm tall.
Common Height Conversions
5 feet = 152.4 cm, 5'6" = 167.64 cm, 6 feet = 182.88 cm. To convert feet and inches to cm: multiply feet by 30.48 and add inches × 2.54. This is one of the most searched conversions globally, especially for passport applications and medical forms.
How to convert Feet to Centimeters
To convert feet to centimeters, multiply the number of feet by the conversion factor. The exact factor is 30.48.
Formula
Centimeters = Feet × 30.48
Worked example
Convert 10 ft to cm: 10 ft = 304.8 cm.
Feet to Centimeters reference table
Use this quick lookup for common feet to centimeters values.
| Feet (ft) | Centimeters (cm) |
|---|---|
| 1 ft | 30.48 cm |
| 2 ft | 60.96 cm |
| 5 ft | 152.4 cm |
| 10 ft | 304.8 cm |
| 20 ft | 609.6 cm |
| 25 ft | 762 cm |
| 50 ft | 1,524 cm |
| 75 ft | 2,286 cm |
| 100 ft | 3,048 cm |
| 250 ft | 7,620 cm |
Frequently asked questions
What is the formula to convert Feet to Centimeters?
Multiply the number of feet by 30.48 to get centimeters. For example, 10 ft equals 304.8 cm.
How many centimeters are in 1 feet?
1 ft equals 30.48 cm.
How do I convert centimeters back to feet?
Reverse the formula: Feet = Centimeters ÷ 30.48. For example, 100 cm equals 3.2808 ft.
Is this Feet to Centimeters converter accurate?
Yes. Conversions use the internationally accepted ratio for feet and centimeters and are calculated to 4 decimal places in your browser.
What is 10 ft in cm?
10 ft equals 304.8 cm.
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