The average height of people in Mozambique

Mozambique, a nation of rich cultures and diverse landscapes, shows intriguing variations in average height. Exploring this reveals insights into the health, nutrition, and socio-economic factors shaping the stature of its people.

What is the average height of people in Mozambique?

The average height of people in Mozambique is approximately 5 feet 4.5 inches (164.3 centimeters) for men and 5 feet 1 inch (155.45 centimeters) for women. However, these figures can vary depending on factors such as region, ethnicity, and socioeconomic status.

Mozambique people have heights among the shortest in Africa.

Mozambique people have heights among the shortest in Africa.

Mozambique Height vs. Global Averages

The average height of people in Mozambique is generally shorter compared to some other African countries and the global average.

RegionMale HeightFemale Height
Mozambique5’4.5″(164.3cm)5’1″(155.4cm)
Northern Africa5’8″ (173cm)5’3″ (161cm)
Southern Africa5’7″ (169cm)5’2.5″ (159cm)
Eastern Africa5’6″ (167cm)5’1.5″ (157cm)
Western Africa5’7″ (170cm)5’2.5″ (159cm)
Central Africa5’6″ (169cm)5’2″ (158cm)

* Average Height Chart of People in Mozambique and Regions Across Africa

When comparing with other countries in Africa, some nations like South Sudan, Sudan, and some Central African countries tend to have taller average heights. Additionally, globally, countries like the Netherlands, Denmark, and Norway have some of the tallest average heights.

RegionMenWomen
Mozambique5 feet 4.5 inches (164.3 cm)5 feet 1 inches (155.4 cm)
Worldwide5 feet 7 inches (171 cm)5 feet 3 inches (161 cm)

* Comparative Chart of Average Height of Mozambicans versus Global Average

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