Enter your height and working position (sitting or standing) to get your personalized ergonomic desk height, chair height, and monitor height recommendations. The Desk Height Calculator helps you set up a comfortable, posture-friendly workstation tailored to your body.
Recommended Desk Height
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Desk Height Range (Min)
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Desk Height Range (Max)
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Recommended Chair Height
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Recommended Monitor Height (Eye Level)
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Elbow Height from Floor
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The standard formula for sitting desk height is approximately 0.40–0.42 × your total height in cm (for elbow-level positioning). For a standing desk, the recommended height is around 0.50–0.55 × your height. Our calculator uses these ratios plus established ergonomic guidelines to give you a personalized range.
At 5'5" (165 cm), your ideal sitting desk height is approximately 65–68 cm (25.6–26.8 in), and your chair height should be around 42–44 cm (16.5–17.3 in). For a standing desk, aim for roughly 97–103 cm (38–40.5 in).
A comfortable desk height keeps your elbows at roughly a 90-degree angle when your hands rest on the desk surface, with shoulders relaxed and wrists neutral. This typically falls between 68–76 cm (27–30 in) for average adult heights, but varies significantly with your actual body proportions.
Sit with your feet flat on the floor (or on a footrest), knees at 90 degrees, and your lower back supported by the chair. Your elbows should be at desk level, your screen at eye height about an arm's length away, and the top of the monitor at or slightly below eye level to avoid neck strain.
At 5'7" (170 cm), your standing desk should be approximately 102–108 cm (40–42.5 in) high — this places the work surface at roughly elbow height while you stand upright. Your monitor should sit with the top of the screen at eye level, around 150–155 cm from the floor.
Yes — height-adjustable (sit-stand) desks allow you to alternate between sitting and standing throughout the day, reducing prolonged sedentary time which is linked to back pain and other health issues. They also accommodate different users and tasks. Research suggests alternating every 30–60 minutes is beneficial for posture and energy levels.
Yes. Always measure or enter your height while wearing the shoes you typically wear at your desk. Standard office shoes add about 2–3 cm (1 inch), while high heels can add considerably more. Using your barefoot height may result in a desk that sits too high when you're actually working.
The standard fixed desk height is 72–76 cm (28–30 in), which is designed for people around 5'10" to 6'0" tall. If you are shorter or taller than this range, a standard desk may cause discomfort over time. Using an adjustable chair, footrest, or a height-adjustable desk can help you achieve proper ergonomics.