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Average Height in Papouasie-Nouvelle-Guinée

Explore average height data for Papouasie-Nouvelle-Guinée based on measurements at age 19. Compare men's and women's heights with the global average and discover how Papouasie-Nouvelle-Guinée ranks worldwide.

Average height — men (19)

163.1 cm

Average height — women (19)

156.9 cm

Gender difference

6.2 cm

How Papouasie-Nouvelle-Guinée compares globally

Men in Papouasie-Nouvelle-Guinée are 10 cm shorter than the global average of 173.1 cm.

Women in Papouasie-Nouvelle-Guinée are 4 cm shorter than the global average of 160.9 cm.

Data represents average height at age 19 from international health and population studies.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average male height in Papouasie-Nouvelle-Guinée?

The average height for 19-year-old men in Papouasie-Nouvelle-Guinée is approximately 163 cm.

What is the average female height in Papouasie-Nouvelle-Guinée?

The average height for 19-year-old women in Papouasie-Nouvelle-Guinée is approximately 157 cm.

How does Papouasie-Nouvelle-Guinée compare to the world average?

The overall average height in Papouasie-Nouvelle-Guinée is 160 cm, compared to a global average of approximately 167 cm across 195 countries.