Convert 1 Inch to Centimeters

The conversion of 1 Inch to Centimeters is 2.54 Centimeters.


2.5400 cm

1 Inch is equal to 2.54 Centimeters.

How to Convert 1 Inch to Centimeters

To convert, start with the base conversion factor:

1 Inch = 2.54 Centimeters

Now, we can multiply both sides by 1 to find the result for your value:

(1 × 1) in = (2.54 × 1) cm
1 in = 2.540000 cm

Conversion Factors

1 Inch = 2.54 Centimeters

1 Centimeter = 0.3937007874 Inches

Formula:

Centimeters = Inches × 2.54

Calculation:

1 in × 2.54 = 2.540000 cm

About the Inch

An inch is a unit of length in the British imperial and United States customary systems, equal to 1/12 of a foot or 2.54 centimeters. For a more detailed history, read more on Wikipedia.