Head and Hat Size Guide

Average Adult Head Sizes in Australia

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. 

This figure varies slightly different in Australia as well due to its different race/ethnicity mix. According to our experience in serving the Australian market, the average head size in Australia being 57cm for women and 58cm for men.

Head sizes can be different from person to person.  Please make sure you measure your head size to ensure the best fit of your hats. For a comfortable fit, please purchase a hat which is 0.5 to 1cm larger than your head size.

Kids Head Size Chart

The following chart only gives you an indication for children’s head average sizes for different age groups.  As it says, “each child is different” and “measure twice cut once”, please make sure you measure the child’s head size to ensure a good fit. To purchase a hat 0.5 to 1cm larger than the child’s head size for a comfortable fit. 

How to determine your head size?

Use a soft tape and place the tape firmly around your head.  If you have no soft tape, just use a string and measure the string with a ruler.

To determine head circumference, measure around the largest part of the head around where you would like the hat to sit. Sometimes you might have to measure your crown height or length too. Please click on the following image to view our guide on How to Select A Hat That Fits for Your Head Circumference.