Average Height in El Salvador
Explore average height data for El Salvador based on measurements at age 19. Compare men's and women's heights with the global average and discover how El Salvador ranks worldwide.
Average height — men (19)
170.7 cm
Average height — women (19)
156.4 cm
Gender difference
14.3 cm
How El Salvador compares globally
Men in El Salvador are 2.4 cm shorter than the global average of 173.1 cm.
Women in El Salvador are 4.5 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 El Salvador?
The average height for 19-year-old men in El Salvador is approximately 171 cm.
What is the average female height in El Salvador?
The average height for 19-year-old women in El Salvador is approximately 156 cm.
How does El Salvador compare to the world average?
The overall average height in El Salvador is 163.5 cm, compared to a global average of approximately 167 cm across 195 countries.