Ounces to lbs
One oz equals 0.0625 lb. Type any number and the answer appears as you type — the maths happens in your browser.
Result
The same value in every unit
| Unit | Value |
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Common values
| ounces | lbs |
|---|---|
| 1 oz | 0.0625 lb |
| 2 oz | 0.125 lb |
| 3 oz | 0.1875 lb |
| 5 oz | 0.3125 lb |
| 10 oz | 0.625 lb |
| 15 oz | 0.9375 lb |
| 20 oz | 1.25 lb |
| 25 oz | 1.5625 lb |
| 50 oz | 3.125 lb |
| 100 oz | 6.25 lb |
| 500 oz | 31.25 lb |
| 1000 oz | 62.5 lb |
How to use
- Enter the number of ounces in the field.
- The result in lbs updates on every keystroke.
- Use the table below for the values people look up most often.
Formula and reverse conversion
The formula
To convert by hand: lb = oz ÷ 16. Going back the other way, one lb is 16 oz.
Where the odd number comes from
The factor is not a round number because the imperial units are defined through the metric ones by international agreement: an inch is exactly 25.4 mm and a pound is exactly 0.45359237 kg. Everything else follows from those definitions.
lb = oz ÷ 16
Frequently asked questions
How many lbs are in one ounces?
One oz is 0.0625 lb.
How do I convert ounces to lbs?
Multiply by the factor: lb = oz ÷ 16.
Is the result exact?
The factors are the exact legal definitions, and up to ten significant digits are kept in the answer. Rounding happens only in the display.
How do I convert lbs back to ounces?
One lb is 16 oz — or open the reverse page linked below.