Feet to CM Converter
Useful for converting heights and short distances given in feet into centimeters.
1 ft = 30.48 cm
centimeters
1 ft = 30.48 cm
How to convert feet to centimeters
Multiply the number of feet by 30.48.
Formula
cm = ft × 30.48
Examples
- 1 ft × 30.48 = 30.48 cm
- 5.5 ft × 30.48 = 167.64 cm
- 6 ft × 30.48 = 182.88 cm
Feet to centimeters conversion table
| Feet (ft) | Centimeters (cm) |
|---|---|
| 1 | 30.48 |
| 2 | 60.96 |
| 3 | 91.44 |
| 4 | 121.92 |
| 4.5 | 137.16 |
| 5 | 152.4 |
| 5.25 | 160.02 |
| 5.5 | 167.64 |
| 5.75 | 175.26 |
| 6 | 182.88 |
| 6.25 | 190.5 |
| 6.5 | 198.12 |
| 7 | 213.36 |
| 8 | 243.84 |
| 10 | 304.8 |
| 12 | 365.76 |
Values rounded to 4 decimal places or 4 significant digits.
About feet
The foot equals 12 inches, which is exactly 0.3048 meters. Americans use it for height and room dimensions, and aviation uses it worldwide for altitude. The slightly different US survey foot was officially retired at the end of 2022.
About centimeters
The centimeter is one hundredth of a meter, or 10 millimeters. In most of the world it is the everyday unit for body height, clothing measurements and anything you would measure with a school ruler.
Frequently asked questions
How many centimeters are in one foot?
One foot equals 30.48 centimeters.
How do I convert feet to centimeters?
Multiply the number of feet by 30.48. For example: 5.5 ft × 30.48 = 167.64 cm.
How many feet are in one centimeter?
One centimeter equals 0.03281 feet.
Is the ft to cm conversion exact?
Yes. The factor follows directly from the official definitions of both units, so the only rounding is in how many decimals are displayed.
How do I convert a height like 5 ft 9 in to centimeters?
Convert the whole height to inches first: 5 × 12 + 9 = 69 inches. Then multiply by 2.54: 69 × 2.54 = 175.26 cm.