Average Height in Mauritânia
Explore average height data for Mauritânia based on measurements at age 19. Compare men's and women's heights with the global average and discover how Mauritânia ranks worldwide.
Average height — men (19)
165.5 cm
Average height — women (19)
160.1 cm
Gender difference
5.5 cm
How Mauritânia compares globally
Men in Mauritânia are 7.6 cm shorter than the global average of 173.1 cm.
Women in Mauritânia are 0.8 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 Mauritânia?
The average height for 19-year-old men in Mauritânia is approximately 166 cm.
What is the average female height in Mauritânia?
The average height for 19-year-old women in Mauritânia is approximately 160 cm.
How does Mauritânia compare to the world average?
The overall average height in Mauritânia is 162.8 cm, compared to a global average of approximately 167 cm across 195 countries.