How many steps is a mile?
Walking a mile takes about 2,290 steps for an average adult of 5′7″, and anywhere from 2,100 to 2,500 depending on your height and pace.
Steps in a mile by height
| Height | Steps | Same distance |
|---|---|---|
| 5′0″ (152 cm) | 2,550 | 1.61 km |
| 5′3″ (160 cm) | 2,430 | 1.61 km |
| 5′6″ (168 cm) | 2,320 | 1.61 km |
| 5′9″ (175 cm) | 2,220 | 1.61 km |
| 6′0″ (183 cm) | 2,130 | 1.61 km |
| 6′3″ (191 cm) | 2,040 | 1.61 km |
Step length estimated as 41.4% of height at a normal walking pace. Running roughly halves the step count.
Making a mile part of your day
A mile is a comfortable 20 to 40 minute walk and roughly 2,290 steps toward your daily goal. Many people fit this in with a walk after lunch or dinner.
Enter your own height in the steps to miles converter for an exact figure, or plan a pace with the walking time calculator.
Questions people ask
How many steps is a mile?
About 2,290 steps for an average 5′7″ adult, and between roughly 2,100 and 2,500 steps for heights from 6′2″ down to 5′2″.
How long does it take to walk a mile?
About 20 min at an average 3 mph, or 17 min at a brisk 3.5 mph.
How many calories does walking a mile burn?
About 90 kcal for a 75 kg (165 lb) person at 3 mph. As a rough rule, walking burns about 0.5 to 0.7 kcal per pound of body weight per mile at normal speeds.