Average Height in 나이지리아
Explore average height data for 나이지리아 based on measurements at age 19. Compare men's and women's heights with the global average and discover how 나이지리아 ranks worldwide.
Average height — men (19)
171.6 cm
Average height — women (19)
158.1 cm
Gender difference
13.4 cm
How 나이지리아 compares globally
Men in 나이지리아 are 1.5 cm shorter than the global average of 173.1 cm.
Women in 나이지리아 are 2.8 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 나이지리아?
The average height for 19-year-old men in 나이지리아 is approximately 172 cm.
What is the average female height in 나이지리아?
The average height for 19-year-old women in 나이지리아 is approximately 158 cm.
How does 나이지리아 compare to the world average?
The overall average height in 나이지리아 is 164.8 cm, compared to a global average of approximately 167 cm across 195 countries.