Rwanda, a nation rich in culture and natural beauty, shows fascinating trends in average height. Exploring this reveals how history, nutrition, and socio-economic factors shape the stature of its people.
What is the average height of Rwandans?
The average height of Rwandan people is approximately 5 feet 5.5 inches (166 centimeters) for males and 5 feet 1.5 inches (156.7 centimeters) for females. According to Wikipedia statistics, the average height of individuals from Rwanda ranks 176th out of 201 countries and territories.
Rwanda is one of the countries with the lowest average height in the region.
Height of Rwandans vs. Global Averages
The average height of people from Rwanda is generally shorter compared to many other countries in Africa and around the world. Rwandans tend to have a lower average height due to various factors such as nutrition, healthcare access, and genetic diversity.
When comparing the average height of Rwandans to other countries in Africa, Rwanda falls within the lower range. Countries like South Sudan, Sudan, and Somalia tend to have taller average heights compared to Rwanda.
On a global scale, Rwandans also have a shorter average height compared to many developed countries in Europe and North America. Nations like the Netherlands, Norway, and the United States typically have taller average heights due to better nutrition, healthcare, and other socioeconomic factors.
| Male | Female | |
| Rwanda | 5’5.5″(166cm) | 5’1.5″(156.7cm) |
| Northern Africa | 5’8″ (173cm) | 5’3″ (161cm) |
| Southern Africa | 5’7″ (169cm) | 5’2.5″ (159cm) |
| Eastern Africa | 5’6″ (167cm) | 5’1.5″ (157cm) |
| Western Africa | 5’7″ (170cm) | 5’2.5″ (159cm) |
| Central Africa | 5’6″ (169cm) | 5’2″ (158cm) |
* The average height of people from Rwanda compared to regions in Africa varies.
| Men | Women | |
| Rwanda | 5’5.5″(166cm) | 5’1.5″(156.7cm) |
| Worldwide | 5 feet 7 inches (171 cm) | 5 feet 3 inches (161 cm) |
* The average height of individuals from Rwanda compared to the global average.
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