How to convert inches to feet
One inch equals 0.083333 feet. To convert, multiply the number of inches by 0.083333 (or divide by 12):
Mental-math shortcut: Divide inches by 12. The whole number is feet and the remainder is inches: 70 in ÷ 12 = 5 remainder 10, so 70 in = 5 ft 10 in.
Example
Convert 70 inches to feet: 70 in × 0.083333 = 5.8333 ft. As a height, that is 5 ft 10 in.
Inches to Feet conversion chart
| Inches (in) | Feet (ft) | Feet and inches |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0.083333 | 0 ft 1 in |
| 6 | 0.5 | 0 ft 6 in |
| 12 | 1 | 1 ft 0 in |
| 18 | 1.5 | 1 ft 6 in |
| 24 | 2 | 2 ft 0 in |
| 30 | 2.5 | 2 ft 6 in |
| 36 | 3 | 3 ft 0 in |
| 48 | 4 | 4 ft 0 in |
| 50 | 4.1667 | 4 ft 2 in |
| 60 | 5 | 5 ft 0 in |
| 64 | 5.3333 | 5 ft 4 in |
| 66 | 5.5 | 5 ft 6 in |
| 68 | 5.6667 | 5 ft 8 in |
| 70 | 5.8333 | 5 ft 10 in |
| 72 | 6 | 6 ft 0 in |
| 84 | 7 | 7 ft 0 in |
| 96 | 8 | 8 ft 0 in |
| 100 | 8.3333 | 8 ft 4 in |
| 120 | 10 | 10 ft 0 in |
| 144 | 12 | 12 ft 0 in |
What is an inch?
An inch (in or ″) is a unit of length in the US customary and imperial systems. Since 1959 it has been defined as exactly 2.54 centimeters. There are 12 inches in a foot, and inches are used for screen sizes, height, rainfall and construction in the United States.
What is a foot?
A foot (ft or ′) equals 12 inches, or exactly 0.3048 meters. In the US and UK it is commonly used for height (for example 5 ft 9 in), room dimensions, building plans and altitude. Three feet make one yard.
Converting the other way? Use the Feet to Inches converter.
Frequently asked questions
How many feet is one inch?
One inch is 0.083333 feet.
How do I convert inches to feet?
Multiply the value in inches by 0.083333. For example, 70 in × 0.083333 = 5.8333 ft.
What is 36 in in feet?
36 in is 3 feet, or 3 ft 0 in.
How do I convert feet to inches?
Multiply feet by 12 (or divide by 0.083333). You can also use our Feet to Inches converter.
How many inches are in a foot?
There are exactly 12 inches in one foot, 36 inches in a yard and 63,360 inches in a mile.
Conversions use the internationally agreed definitions of each unit (for example, 1 inch = 2.54 cm exactly) and are rounded for display. Volume converters use US customary units unless stated otherwise.
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