Army Body Fat Calculator

Calculate body fat percentage using the U.S. Army (AR 600-9) method and check whether the result meets current Army body fat standards for your age group.

Your Measurements

Measure neck circumference just below the larynx. Waist at the narrowest point (navel level).

Results

Body Fat %
14.5%
Army (AR 600-9) method
Army Standard
PASS
Max allowed: 22%
Scale shown: 5–40% body fat
✓ Your body fat (14.5%) is within the Army limit of 22% for your age group.

Army Body Fat Standards (AR 600-9)

Age GroupMale Max %Female Max %
17–2020%30%
21–2722%32%
28–3924%34%
40+26%36%

This uses the same circumference-based formula as the U.S. Army. Results may differ slightly from DEXA or hydrostatic methods.