TDEE by age and activity
Daily calories burned for a 220 lb woman, 5 ft 4 in tall, by age and activity level.
| Age | Sedentary | Lightly active | Moderately active | Very active | Extra active |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Age 20 | 2,103 | 2,410 | 2,717 | 3,024 | 3,331 |
| Age 30 | 2,043 | 2,341 | 2,639 | 2,938 | 3,236 |
| Age 40 | 1,983 | 2,273 | 2,562 | 2,851 | 3,141 |
| Age 50 | 1,923 | 2,204 | 2,484 | 2,765 | 3,046 |
| Age 60 | 1,863 | 2,135 | 2,407 | 2,679 | 2,951 |
| Age 70 | 1,803 | 2,066 | 2,329 | 2,593 | 2,856 |
TDEE by height
Same weight at age 40, different heights.
| Height | Sedentary | Light | Moderate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 ft 0 in | 1,907 | 2,185 | 2,464 |
| 5 ft 2 in | 1,945 | 2,229 | 2,513 |
| 5 ft 4 in | 1,983 | 2,273 | 2,562 |
| 5 ft 6 in | 2,022 | 2,316 | 2,611 |
| 5 ft 8 in | 2,060 | 2,360 | 2,660 |
| 5 ft 10 in | 2,098 | 2,404 | 2,710 |
Calories to lose weight
| Goal | Calories/day | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Maintain | 2,273 | 0 |
| Lose 0.5 lb/week | 2,023 | -250 |
| Lose 1 lb/week | 1,773 | -500 |
| Lose 1.5 lb/week | 1,523 | -750 |
| Lose 2 lb/week | 1,273 | -1,000 |
Lightly active, age 40, 5 ft 4 in. * Raised to 1,200 kcal, a common minimum without medical supervision.
How to use it
- Enter your numbers. Switch between US and metric units at any time.
- Results update as you type, and the formula is shown so you can check it.
- Copy the link, save the plan on this device, or print it for your next appointment.

These are estimates, not a diagnosis. A clinician can account for your health history and medicines.
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Common questions
How many calories does a 220 lb woman burn a day?
About 1,653 calories at rest (BMR) and about 2,273 on a lightly active day, at 5 ft 4 in and age 40. Height, age and activity change it.
How many calories should a 220 lb woman eat to lose weight?
About 1,773 a day for roughly 1 lb a week, if lightly active (a 500-calorie deficit).
Is this exact?
No. Formulas estimate averages within roughly 10% for most people. Track your weight for 2 to 3 weeks and adjust.