Average Height in Afrika Selatan
Explore average height data for Afrika Selatan based on measurements at age 19. Compare men's and women's heights with the global average and discover how Afrika Selatan ranks worldwide.
Average height — men (19)
169.6 cm
Average height — women (19)
158.6 cm
Gender difference
11 cm
How Afrika Selatan compares globally
Men in Afrika Selatan are 3.5 cm shorter than the global average of 173.1 cm.
Women in Afrika Selatan are 2.3 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 Afrika Selatan?
The average height for 19-year-old men in Afrika Selatan is approximately 170 cm.
What is the average female height in Afrika Selatan?
The average height for 19-year-old women in Afrika Selatan is approximately 159 cm.
How does Afrika Selatan compare to the world average?
The overall average height in Afrika Selatan is 164.1 cm, compared to a global average of approximately 167 cm across 195 countries.