TDEE by age and activity
Daily calories burned for a 270 lb woman, 5 ft 4 in tall, by age and activity level.
| Age | Sedentary | Lightly active | Moderately active | Very active | Extra active |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Age 20 | 2,376 | 2,722 | 3,069 | 3,415 | 3,761 |
| Age 30 | 2,316 | 2,653 | 2,991 | 3,329 | 3,666 |
| Age 40 | 2,256 | 2,585 | 2,914 | 3,242 | 3,571 |
| Age 50 | 2,196 | 2,516 | 2,836 | 3,156 | 3,476 |
| Age 60 | 2,136 | 2,447 | 2,759 | 3,070 | 3,381 |
| Age 70 | 2,076 | 2,378 | 2,681 | 2,984 | 3,286 |
TDEE by height
Same weight at age 40, different heights.
| Height | Sedentary | Light | Moderate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 ft 0 in | 2,179 | 2,497 | 2,815 |
| 5 ft 2 in | 2,218 | 2,541 | 2,864 |
| 5 ft 4 in | 2,256 | 2,585 | 2,914 |
| 5 ft 6 in | 2,294 | 2,628 | 2,963 |
| 5 ft 8 in | 2,332 | 2,672 | 3,012 |
| 5 ft 10 in | 2,370 | 2,716 | 3,061 |
Calories to lose weight
| Goal | Calories/day | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Maintain | 2,585 | 0 |
| Lose 0.5 lb/week | 2,335 | -250 |
| Lose 1 lb/week | 2,085 | -500 |
| Lose 1.5 lb/week | 1,835 | -750 |
| Lose 2 lb/week | 1,585 | -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 270 lb woman burn a day?
About 1,880 calories at rest (BMR) and about 2,585 on a lightly active day, at 5 ft 4 in and age 40. Height, age and activity change it.
How many calories should a 270 lb woman eat to lose weight?
About 2,085 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.