Weight conversion
1 kg to lbs
2.2 lbs
1 kilograms = 2.2 pounds. Exact factor: lbs = kg ÷ 0.45359237.
Live converter
Edit either field — the other updates instantly. Type decimal values like 38.4.
The formula
lbs = kg ÷ 0.45359237
Worked example: 1 × 2.2046226218 = 2.2 lbs.
Values near 1 kg
| kg | lbs |
|---|---|
| 0.25 | 0.55 |
| 0.5 | 1.1 |
| 0.75 | 1.65 |
| 1this page | 2.2 |
| 1.25 | 2.76 |
| 1.5 | 3.31 |
| 1.75 | 3.86 |
Frequently asked
How do you convert kilograms to pounds?
Apply the formula lbs = kg ÷ 0.45359237. Enter any value in the live converter above and the result updates as you type.
What is 1 kg in lbs?
1 kg equals 2.2 lbs. The reference table below shows the values immediately around 1 kg.
Is this conversion exact?
Yes. A kilogram is about 2.2 pounds; doubling and adding ten percent gets you within a rounding error in your head.