Standing Desk Height
Use the 62% ergonomic guideline to set your standing desk so that your elbows rest at roughly 90 degrees and wrists stay neutral while typing. Adjust the result slightly to match footwear and personal comfort.
Use this as a starting point. Fine-tune with an ergonomics professional if you experience discomfort or have specific health needs.
Examples
- Height 170 cm ⇒ desk height ≈ 105.4 cm.
- Height 183 cm ⇒ desk height ≈ 113.5 cm.
- Height 160 cm ⇒ desk height ≈ 99.2 cm.
FAQ
Is 0.62 the only ratio that works?
It is a common ergonomic average. Adjust within ±3 cm based on arm length, keyboard thickness, and task type.
How does this translate to inches?
Multiply your height in inches by 0.62 to get the recommended desk height in inches (or convert the cm result by dividing by 2.54).
What if multiple people share the desk?
Use an adjustable desk. Note the calculated heights for each user and mark them on the frame for quick changes.
Additional Information
- Formula: Recommended standing desk height ≈ Body height × 0.62. This keeps elbows at a 90° angle for most users.
- Add 1–2 cm if you work in shoes with thick soles; subtract a little if you prefer a slight downward wrist angle for typing.
- Keep monitors so the top of the screen is at or just below eye level to avoid neck strain.
- Use an anti-fatigue mat and alternate between sitting and standing to reduce leg fatigue during long sessions.