Adult female foot (US size 8)
Adult female foot (US size 8) measures 246.0mm × 89.0mm. It weighs about 750.0g.
Dimensions
| Length | 246.0 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 89.0 mm |
| Weight | 750.0 g |
Source: https://www.cdc.gov/nchs/
Female foot
An average adult female foot measures about 9.6 inches (24.4 cm) long, corresponding to a US women’s shoe size 8.5. This page covers typical foot dimensions, how shoe sizing relates to foot length, and how female foot size compares to male foot size.
- Dimensions
- US women's shoe size chart
- Female vs male foot size
- Frequently asked questions
- How long is an average female foot?
- How much does one shoe size add to foot length?
- How wide is an average female foot?
- Is a female foot smaller than a male foot?
- What US shoe size is a 9.6 inch foot?
- Related objects
Dimensions
| Measurement | Inches | Centimeters |
|---|---|---|
| Length (average) | 9.6 | 24.4 |
| Width (average, medium fit) | 3.5 | 8.9 |
US women’s shoe size chart
| Shoe size (US) | Foot length (in) |
|---|---|
| 7.5 | 9.4 |
| 8.5 | 9.6 |
| 9.5 | 9.9 |
Like men’s sizing, each full US women’s shoe size represents about one-third of an inch (8.5 mm) of foot length, so moving from size 7.5 to 9.5 corresponds to roughly 0.5 inches of additional length.
Female vs male foot size
| Foot | Average length (in) |
|---|---|
| Female | 9.6 |
| Male | 10.5 |
An average female foot is nearly an inch shorter than an average male foot, which is part of why men’s and women’s shoe sizing scales are offset, with a women’s size typically running about 1.5 to 2 sizes larger than the equivalent men’s size for the same foot length.
Frequently asked questions
How long is an average female foot?
About 9.6 inches (24.4 cm), corresponding to a US women’s shoe size 8.5.
How much does one shoe size add to foot length?
Approximately one-third of an inch (8.5 mm) per full US shoe size, the same increment used in men’s sizing.
How wide is an average female foot?
About 3.5 inches (8.9 cm) for a medium-width fit, though width varies by shoe brand and fit category.
Is a female foot smaller than a male foot?
On average, yes. A female foot is typically about 0.9 inches shorter than a male foot.
What US shoe size is a 9.6 inch foot?
Approximately a women’s US size 8.5, based on standard US shoe sizing charts.
Related objects
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Frequently Asked Questions
How long is a Adult female foot (US size 8)?
A Adult female foot (US size 8) is 246.0mm (24.6cm) long.
How much does a Adult female foot (US size 8) weigh?
A Adult female foot (US size 8) weighs about 750.0g.