New Zealand adults who are classed as overweight or obese based on their body mass index
By gender and ethnic group, year ended June 2024, % of adults within group
Gender | Category | % of adults within group |
---|---|---|
Male | Māori | 79.5% |
Female | Māori | 75% |
Male | Pacific Peoples | 86.7% |
Female | Pacific Peoples | 90.8% |
Male | Asian | 59.7% |
Female | Asian | 42% |
Male | European/Other | 70.9% |
Female | European/Other | 63.1% |