A Look At Global Human Height Statistics

Who are the World's Tallest and Shortest People?

A Look at Global Human Height Statistics

Average Heights by Country/Region

The world's tallest people live in the Netherlands, with an average height of 1.84 meters (6 feet) for men and 1.70 meters (5 feet 7 inches) for women. The shortest people live in Timor-Leste, with an average height of 1.59 meters (5 feet 2 inches) for men and 1.47 meters (4 feet 9 inches) for women.

Factors Influencing Height

There are a number of factors that influence a person's height, including genetics, nutrition, and environmental conditions. Genetics plays a major role, with some people being naturally taller or shorter than others. Nutrition is also important, as a lack of certain nutrients can stunt growth. Environmental conditions, such as exposure to pollution or poverty, can also affect height.

Tallest and Shortest People in the World

The tallest person in the world is Sultan Kösen of Turkey, who is 2.51 meters (8 feet 2 inches) tall. The shortest person in the world is Chandra Bahadur Dangi of Nepal, who is 54.6 centimeters (21.5 inches) tall. Both Kösen and Dangi have rare medical conditions that have contributed to their extreme height or shortness.