Cm to Feet Converter (cm to ft)

Conversion Formula

Exact formula used:

feet = centimeters ÷ 30.48

Equivalent: feet = centimeters × 0.03280839895013123

How to Convert CM to Feet

1. Take your value in centimeters (cm) (example: 170).
2. Divide it by 30.48 (170 ÷ 30.48 = 5.577431).
3. Round to the desired decimals for display (e.g. 5.57743 ft).

Quick estimate: 1 ft ≈ 30 cm for mental math.

What Is a Centimeter?

A centimeters (cm) is a metric unit of length equal to one-hundredth of a meter. It's widely used for height, small distances, and measurements in science and daily life.

What Is a Foot?

A foot (ft) is an imperial unit of length equal to 12 inches and exactly 0.3048 meters (30.48 cm). It is commonly used in the United States and some other countries for measuring height and short distances.

Key CM to Feet Conversion Table

Commonly searched values for quick lookup.

Examples

170 cm = 5.57743 ft

180 cm = 5.90552 ft

Frequently Asked Questions

How many feet is 170 cm?

170 cm equals approximately 5.57743 feet (about 5 ft 6.93 in).

How many feet is 180 cm?

180 cm equals approximately 5.90552 feet (about 5 ft 10.87 in).

How do I convert cm to ft without a calculator?

Divide by 30.48 for precise results. For quick mental math, divide by 30 for a close estimate.

Why is 30.48 used?

Because 1 foot is legally defined as exactly 0.3048 meters, i.e. 30.48 centimeters.

Is feet or centimeters more precise?

Centimeters are more precise due to the smaller unit size; feet/inches are coarser but commonly used culturally.

Common searches

Popular Google searches include: 170 cm, 175 cm, 180 cm, 183 cm, 190 cm conversions.

CM to Feet Visual Guide

Quick visual reference: 1 foot = 30.48 cm

Tip: Each green bar visually represents the relative height in feet compared to centimeters.

Centimeters to Feet Comparison

centimeters (cm) and feet are both units of length, but they are used in different measurement systems. Centimeters are part of the metric system, while feet are commonly used in the imperial system.

1 foot = 30.48 centimeters
This means that centimeters are much smaller than feet.

Quick Visual Comparison

Common Height Examples

• 150 cm ≈ 4.92 feet (short adult height)
• 170 cm ≈ 5.58 feet (average adult height)
• 180 cm ≈ 5.91 feet (tall adult height)

Easy to Imagine

• 30 cm is about the length of a standard ruler.
• 100 cm equals 1 meter, which is just over 3 feet.
• A standard door height (200 cm) is about 6.56 feet.

Use this visual guide to quickly understand how centimeters convert into feet without needing to calculate each time.

Real-Life Examples

Common Everyday Conversions

• Door height of 200 cm is about 6.56 ft
• Ceiling height of 250 cm is about 8.20 ft
• A 170 cm tall person is around 5.58 ft
• School desk height of 75 cm is around 2.46 ft

Home & Furniture

• Kitchen counter height: 91–94 cm = 3.0–3.1 ft
• Dining table height: 71–76 cm = 2.3–2.5 ft
• Standard wardrobe width: 120 cm = 3.94 ft

Interior Design & Renovation

• Standard door height: 200–210 cm = 6.56–6.88 ft
• Modern ceiling height: 240–250 cm = 7.87–8.20 ft
• Shower enclosure width: 80–90 cm = 2.62–2.95 ft

Travel & Aviation

• Carry-on luggage height: 55 cm = 1.80 ft
• Economy airplane seat pitch: 78–81 cm = 2.56–2.66 ft

Sports Measurements

• Basketball hoop height: 305 cm = 10 ft
• Tennis net height (center): 91.4 cm = 3 ft
• Soccer goal height: 244 cm = 8 ft

Body Measurements & Fashion

• Average walking stride: 70–80 cm = 2.29–2.62 ft
• Jeans inseam 81 cm = 2.66 ft
• Typical male shoulder width: 46–50 cm = 1.50–1.64 ft

Construction

• Wall stud spacing 40 cm = 1.31 ft
• Brick length 21–22 cm = 0.68–0.72 ft
• Concrete block height 20 cm = 0.65 ft

Outdoor & Gardening

• Fence panel height 180 cm = 5.9 ft
• Raised garden bed height 30–45 cm = 1.0–1.47 ft
• Bicycle frame size 54 cm = 1.77 ft

Download Full 1–300 CM to Feet Table (CSV)

Click to download a CSV containing values 1–300 cm and their feet equivalents (6 decimals).