Inch to Foot
1 in =0.08333333ft
About Inch to Foot
Inches and feet are both part of the US customary and imperial systems, with exactly 12 inches in a foot. Converting between them is everyday math for height, lumber, room dimensions, and any measurement that starts in inches but is more naturally expressed in feet.
To convert inches to feet, divide the value in inches by 12. Equivalently, multiply by 0.0833333. Feet = Inches ÷ 12.
For example, 72 inches ÷ 12 = 6 feet. Someone measured at 72 inches tall is exactly 6 feet.
Inch to Foot table
| Inch (in) | Foot (ft) |
|---|---|
| 1 | 0.08333333 |
| 6 | 0.5 |
| 12 | 1 |
| 24 | 2 |
| 36 | 3 |
| 48 | 4 |
| 60 | 5 |
| 72 | 6 |
| 96 | 8 |
| 120 | 10 |
Common use cases
- 01Converting a height in inches to feet and inches
- 02Cutting lumber and building materials listed in inches
- 03Translating room and furniture dimensions
- 04Reading screen or TV sizes against wall space
A bit of history
The division of the foot into 12 inches dates back to Roman measurement and survived into English units. The modern inch was fixed at exactly 2.54 cm (and the foot at 0.3048 m) by the 1959 international agreement.
Frequently asked questions
How many feet are in 12 inches?+
12 inches equals exactly 1 foot.
How many feet is 72 inches?+
72 inches equals 6 feet.
How do I convert inches to feet and inches?+
Divide the inches by 12 — the whole number is feet and the remainder is leftover inches. For example, 70 in = 5 ft 10 in.
What is 1 inch in feet?+
1 inch equals 0.0833 feet (one twelfth of a foot).
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