How to Measure Your Head Size
- Measure your head: Using your measuring tape or piece of string, evenly wrap it all the way around your head until it overlaps. ...
- Find your size: Once you've obtained your head circumference measurement, take your measuring tape or string and measure the length on your ruler.
What is the average head size?
According to Wikipedia, one study in the United States shows, the average adult head circumference to be 55cm (21 3⁄4 ) in females and 57cm (22 1⁄2 in) in males. Another study conducted in UK shows a slightly different result: with the average female head size being 55.2 cm and the average male head size being 57.2 cm.
Is a 22 inch head big?
The average size male head is 22" 1/2 and the average size woman head is 21" 3/4. The one size fits all (OSFA) hats stop at about 23", so a person would find it difficult finding a hat that fits around a size 7 1/2 and above. In the hat world, head sizes over 23" 3/8 would be considered a big head.
