Feet ↔ Inches Converter
Quick conversions between feet and inches
Formula: Inches = Feet × 12
Example: 3 feet = 3 × 12 = 36 inches
| Amount | Inch |
|---|---|
| 1 ft | 12 in |
| 2 ft | 24 in |
| 5 ft | 60 in |
| 10 ft | 120 in |
| 25 ft | 300 in |
| 50 ft | 600 in |
| 100 ft | 1,200 in |
| 500 ft | 6,000 in |
| 1,000 ft | 12,000 in |
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Feet to Inches Converter: Feet to Inches and Back
Quickly convert between feet and inches with this free online Feet to Inches Converter. Get accurate results instantly for any measurement, whether it is for school homework, engineering, construction or DIY projects. It supports decimals, works both ways, and is easy to use on any device, with a slider for quick changes. It is made for students, professionals and hobbyists alike.
Quick answer: 1 foot is 12 inches, so 5 feet is 60 inches and 6 feet is 72 inches. To turn inches into feet, divide by 12, so 36 inches is 3 feet.
Definitions
Foot (ft): a standard unit of length in the imperial system, equal to 12 inches. It is used to measure height, room dimensions, construction projects and sports fields. One foot is exactly 0.3048 meters.
Inch (in): a smaller imperial unit of length, equal to 1/12 of a foot or exactly 2.54 cm. It is commonly used for measuring smaller objects like furniture, screens, nails and tools.
Conversion Formulas
Examples: 5 feet = 5 × 12 = 60 inches. 36 inches = 36 ÷ 12 = 3 feet. 2.5 feet = 2.5 × 12 = 30 inches.
Feet to Inches Chart
These values are exact, so they match the converter above:
| Feet | Inches |
|---|---|
| 0.5 ft | 6 in |
| 1 ft | 12 in |
| 2 ft | 24 in |
| 3 ft | 36 in |
| 4 ft | 48 in |
| 5 ft | 60 in |
| 5.5 ft | 66 in |
| 6 ft | 72 in |
| 7 ft | 84 in |
| 10 ft | 120 in |
| 20 ft | 240 in |
| 100 ft | 1,200 in |
| Inches | Feet (decimal) | Feet and inches |
|---|---|---|
| 6 in | 0.5 ft | — |
| 12 in | 1 ft | 1 ft 0 in |
| 18 in | 1.5 ft | 1 ft 6 in |
| 24 in | 2 ft | 2 ft 0 in |
| 30 in | 2.5 ft | 2 ft 6 in |
| 36 in | 3 ft | 3 ft 0 in |
| 48 in | 4 ft | 4 ft 0 in |
| 60 in | 5 ft | 5 ft 0 in |
| 66 in | 5.5 ft | 5 ft 6 in |
| 72 in | 6 ft | 6 ft 0 in |
| 100 in | 8.3333 ft | 8 ft 4 in |
Heights in Feet, Inches and Centimeters
Height is the most common reason to convert feet and inches. A person who is 5 feet 9 inches is 5 × 12 + 9 = 69 inches tall, which is 175.3 cm. If you need centimeters, the CM to feet converter and the CM to inches converter do that directly, and the BMI calculator accepts height in feet and inches.
| Height | Feet and inches | Inches | Centimeters |
|---|---|---|---|
| Short | 5 ft 0 in | 60 | 152.4 |
| Average woman (US) | 5 ft 4 in | 64 | 162.6 |
| Average man (US) | 5 ft 9 in | 69 | 175.3 |
| Tall | 6 ft 0 in | 72 | 182.9 |
| Very tall | 6 ft 6 in | 78 | 198.1 |
Who Uses This Converter?
Students and teachers use it for math, science and homework problems. Engineers and architects use it to convert dimensions between imperial units for design and planning, and DIY enthusiasts and crafters use it for precise measurements in woodworking, home projects and furniture assembly. Construction and real estate professionals use it to check room or property dimensions, and sports and fitness professionals use it to measure fields, tracks or athlete heights.
Where It Can Be Used
Schools and educational institutions use it for learning and exercises, and engineering and architecture offices use it for design and planning. Construction sites use it for material measurement and layout, and homes use it for DIY and interior projects. For other lengths, see the length converter or the unit converter, which brings every category together.
How to Use the Feet to Inches Converter
Enter a value
Type a number in the Feet or Inches input field, or move the slider. Decimals work too.
Choose the direction
Select Feet to Inches or Inches to Feet, or press the exchange button to reverse it.
Read the result
The answer shows instantly. Press Convert if you prefer to confirm it.
Check the formula
The formula box under the tool shows the rule and a worked example for the direction you picked.