10 Countries With The Tallest Average Height In The World (2024)

Introduction

Height is something people are always concerned about. Especially when they have a shorter height. But unfortunately, we cannot do much to increase or decrease our height once puberty is gone. Various factors determine our height, especially our genes, diet, and the activities we do. Today we will be looking at the 10 countries of the world with the tallest height for men and women.

What is Height Average?

Height Average is a calculation of the average height of a population. It is calculated by dividing the total height of a population by the total number of people in that population.

List of Tallest Countries

Here is the list of all the countries that have the tallest average height in the world starting from 10th being the least tall average height and first being the tallest average height country. If we go through the entire list, we can clearly say that European countries are sweeping out the competition without any problem.

Disclaimer: The ranking is made by averaging the average height of men and women in the country

10. Slovakia (174.07 cm) (5’71 ft)

Slovakia is a country that belongs to the heart of Europe or in other words in central Europe. Slovakia offers fulfilling dishes and colourful festivals giving us a glimpse of their warm and hospitable way of life. It is rich in history with numerous historical sites and castles. It ranks 10th in the world with an average height of men is 181.02 cm (5’93 ft). And the average height of women is 167.12 cm (5’48 ft).

Thus the average height in Slovakia is 5’93 ft for men and 5’48 ft for women.

9. Slovenia (174.09 cm) (5’71 ft)

Slovenia is the second country on the list from central Europe. It is a neighbour’s neighbouring country of Slovakia. The country is home to more than 10000 caves with more than 28000 vineyards. Almost 94% of the vine is consumed in the country itself which means for every 70 people there is one vineyard.

If we talk about height, It ranks 9th in the world with an average man around 180.98 cm (5’93 ft) tall. And the average height of women is 167.20 cm (5’48 ft).

Thus the average height in Slovenia is 5’93 ft for men and 5’48 ft for women.

8. Czech Republic (174.57 cm) (5’72 ft)

The Czech Republic is another country from central Europe on the list. And the interesting part is, it is also the neighbouring country of Slovakia. It is home to almost 2000 castles, which is the highest in entire Europe. The country is full of spires all around and is known for its architecture.

It ranks 8th in the world with an average men is 181.19 cm (5’94 ft). And the average woman is 167.96 cm (5’51 ft).

7. Bosnia and Herzegovina (174.97 cm) (5’74 ft)

Bosnia and Herzegovina is a country in southeast Europe. Water plays an important factor in Bosnia, as it is full of water bodies such as rivers, lakes, and waterfalls. The country has also been nicknamed a ‘Heart-Shaped land’ due to its landscape similarity with heart-shaped.

It ranks 7th in the world with an average height of men around 182.47 cm (5’98 ft) tall. And for women, the average height is 167.47 cm (5’49 ft) tall.

6. Latvia (174.99 cm) (5’74 ft)

Latvia is one of the Baltic States in northern Europe. It celebrates its rich culture through its festivals, music, and traditions. Latvia has its own song and dance festival known as the Latvian Song and Dance Festival that showcases its deep-rooted connection with music and dance.

The average height of men is 181.17 cm (5’94 ft). And the average height of women is 168.81 cm (5’53 ft).

5. Iceland (175.50 cm) (5’75 ft)

Iceland is a Nordic island country with most of the population living in the capital, Reykjavik.

The average height of men is 182.10 cm (5’97 ft). And the average height of women is 168.91 cm (5’54 ft) tall. Thus it is the 5th country with the tallest average height.

4. Denmark (175.68 cm) (5’76 ft)

Denmark holds 4th rank in being the tallest country. The Average Height of Men in Denmark is 181.89 cm (5’96 ft) and for women, the average height is 169.47 (5’56 ft) tall.

Danish companies and designers are famous all around the world for their designs and architecture.

3. Estonia (175.72 cm) (5’76 ft)

Estonia is another Baltic state along with Latvia on this list. Estonia is really beautiful with big forests, calm lakes, and a coastline full of cute fishing villages. The Lahemaa National Park is a place that shows different types of land, like old forests and wet areas near the coast. And if you like the sea, Estonia’s Baltic Sea coastline is great for relaxing and going on adventures.

It is the third country with the tallest height people. The Average Height of Men in Estonia is 182.79 cm (5’99 ft) and the average height of women is 168.66 (5’53 ft)

2. Montenegro (176.63 cm) (5’79 ft)

Montenegro is the second country on the list. Often referred to as the “Pearl of the Mediterranean” due to its crystal-clear Adriatic coastline, charming old towns, and rugged mountains.

The average height of men is 183.30 cm (6’01 ft) tall and the average height of women is 169.96 cm (5’57 ft) tall.

1. Netherlands (177.07 cm) (5’8 ft)

The Netherlands is the tallest country in the world with the average height of men is 183.78 cm (6’02 ft) and the average height of women is 170.36 cm (5’58 ft). Country was also known as Holland but it officially dropped the name a couple of years ago.

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