How many pounds are in one kilogram?

There are 2.20462262 pounds in 1 kilogram.

How do you convert pounds to kilograms?

Multiply the number of pounds by 0.45359237 — or use the formula kg = lb ÷ 2.20462262.

What is 6 pounds in kilograms?

6 pounds is 2.72155422 kilograms. 6 ÷ 2.20462262 = 2.72155422 kilograms.

Is the pounds to kilograms conversion exact?

Yes. The relationship is fixed by definition, so 0.45359237 is an exact conversion factor — only the displayed result is rounded.

Pounds to Kilograms Converter

Convert pounds to kilograms instantly with this free pounds to kilograms converter. Enter any value to get an accurate weight & mass conversion, plus the formula, the conversion factor and a full reference table.

What is 1 pound in kilograms?

1 pound is equal to exactly 0.45359237 kilograms.

1 ÷ 2.20462262 = 0.45359237 kilograms

Amount

Result0.45359237

1 pound = 0.45359237 kilograms

Pounds to Kilograms formula

kg = lb ÷ 2.20462262

The pounds to kilograms conversion factor is 0.45359237, which is exact by definition. 1 pound = 0.45359237 kilograms, and 1 kilogram = 2.20462262185 pounds.

Worked examples

2 pounds = 0.90718474 kilograms — 2 ÷ 2.20462262 = 0.90718474 kilograms
6 pounds = 2.72155422 kilograms — 6 ÷ 2.20462262 = 2.72155422 kilograms
10 pounds = 4.5359237 kilograms — 10 ÷ 2.20462262 = 4.5359237 kilograms

Pounds to Kilograms conversion table

Every value below is calculated with the exact conversion factor and rounded for display.

pounds to kilograms conversion table
Pounds (lb)	Kilograms (kg)
1 lb	0.45359237 kg
2 lb	0.90718474 kg
3 lb	1.3607771 kg
4 lb	1.8143695 kg
5 lb	2.2679619 kg
6 lb	2.7215542 kg
7 lb	3.1751466 kg
8 lb	3.628739 kg
9 lb	4.0823313 kg
10 lb	4.5359237 kg
12 lb	5.4431084 kg
15 lb	6.8038856 kg
20 lb	9.0718474 kg
25 lb	11.339809 kg
30 lb	13.607771 kg
50 lb	22.679619 kg
75 lb	34.019428 kg
100 lb	45.359237 kg
500 lb	226.79619 kg
1,000 lb	453.59237 kg

Common pounds values

Frequently asked questions

What is 1 pound in kilograms?: 1 pound is equal to 0.45359237 kilograms.
How many pounds are in one kilogram?: There are 2.20462262 pounds in 1 kilogram.
How do you convert pounds to kilograms?: Multiply the number of pounds by 0.45359237 — or use the formula kg = lb ÷ 2.20462262.
What is 6 pounds in kilograms?: 6 pounds is 2.72155422 kilograms. 6 ÷ 2.20462262 = 2.72155422 kilograms.
Is the pounds to kilograms conversion exact?: Yes. The relationship is fixed by definition, so 0.45359237 is an exact conversion factor — only the displayed result is rounded.