Feet to Inches Converter
Handy for lumber, furniture and height measurements that mix feet and inches.
1 ft = 12 in
inches
1 ft = 12 in
How to convert feet to inches
Multiply the number of feet by 12.
Formula
in = ft × 12
Examples
- 3 ft × 12 = 36 in
- 5.5 ft × 12 = 66 in
- 8 ft × 12 = 96 in
Feet to inches conversion table
| Feet (ft) | Inches (in) |
|---|---|
| 0.5 | 6 |
| 1 | 12 |
| 1.5 | 18 |
| 2 | 24 |
| 2.5 | 30 |
| 3 | 36 |
| 4 | 48 |
| 5 | 60 |
| 5.5 | 66 |
| 6 | 72 |
| 6.5 | 78 |
| 7 | 84 |
| 8 | 96 |
| 10 | 120 |
| 12 | 144 |
| 20 | 240 |
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 inches
The inch has been defined as exactly 2.54 centimeters since the 1959 international yard and pound agreement. It is used worldwide for screen sizes and wheel diameters, and in the US for most short measurements.
Frequently asked questions
How many inches are in one foot?
One foot equals 12 inches.
How do I convert feet to inches?
Multiply the number of feet by 12. For example: 5.5 ft × 12 = 66 in.
How many feet are in one inch?
One inch equals 0.08333 feet.
Is the ft to in 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.