Normal weight for 10 year olds (lbs)
The average weight for 10 year old boys is 70.7 lbs and 10 year old girls average 72.9 lbs1 The tables below show the distribution of weight by percentile of the 10 year year old population.
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10 year old girls under 55 lbs or over 97 lbs and 10 year old boys who weigh less than 55 lbs or more than 93 lbs may want to consult with a doctor. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that children who's weight is outside the 5th or 85th percentiles seek professional advice to determine if further evaluation is needed2.
Around the age of 10, children's bodies are undergoing various changes as they approach pre-adolescence. On average, a 10-year-old weighs approximately 71 lbs for boys and 73 lbs for girls based on CDC growth charts1. It's essential to focus on maintaining a balanced diet and encouraging physical activity to support their growth and overall health during this transitional stage.
Body weight percentile table for 10 year old boys
| Percentile | Weight |
|---|---|
| 3rd | 53.3 lbs |
| 5th | 55 lbs |
| 10th | 57.8 lbs |
| 25th | 63.2 lbs |
| 50th | 70.7 lbs |
| 75th | 80.6 lbs |
| 90th | 92.5 lbs |
| 95th | 101.8 lbs |
| 97th | 108.9 lbs |
Body weight percentile table for 10 year old girls
| Percentile | Weight |
|---|---|
| 3rd | 52.9 lbs |
| 5th | 54.8 lbs |
| 10th | 58.1 lbs |
| 25th | 64.3 lbs |
| 50th | 72.9 lbs |
| 75th | 83.9 lbs |
| 90th | 96.7 lbs |
| 95th | 106.2 lbs |
| 97th | 113.4 lbs |
Source Citations
- Robert J. Kuczmarski Dr.P.H. et al., Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, U.S. Department of Health & Human Services 2000 CDC Growth Charts for the United States: Methods and Development
- American Academy of Pediatrics Is Your Child Overweight?