Golf Club Length by Height Chart (Men & Women)
Golf club length chart by height for men and women. Find the right club length adjustment based on your height, plus why wrist-to-floor is more accurate.
For men 5'7" to 6'0", use standard length clubs. Add 0.5" to 1" for heights 6'0" to 6'4", and subtract 0.5" to 1" for heights 5'4" to 5'7". These adjustments apply to all clubs in your bag.
While height is a quick starting point, your arm length also matters. Two 5'10" golfers can need different club lengths. For the most accurate fit, use your wrist-to-floor measurement.
Men's Club Length by Height
| Height | Length Adjustment | Example 7-Iron |
|---|---|---|
| 5'0" - 5'2" | -1.5" | 35.5" |
| 5'2" - 5'4" | -1" | 36" |
| 5'4" - 5'6" | -0.5" | 36.5" |
| 5'6" - 5'8" | -0.25" | 36.75" |
| 5'8" - 5'10" | Standard | 37" |
| 5'10" - 6'0" | +0.25" | 37.25" |
| 6'0" - 6'2" | +0.5" | 37.5" |
| 6'2" - 6'4" | +1" | 38" |
| 6'4" - 6'6" | +1.5" | 38.5" |
| 6'6"+ | +2" | 39" |
Standard 7-iron length for men: 37"
Women's Club Length by Height
| Height | Length Adjustment | Example 7-Iron |
|---|---|---|
| Under 5'0" | -1.5" | 34.5" |
| 5'0" - 5'2" | -1" | 35" |
| 5'2" - 5'4" | -0.5" | 35.5" |
| 5'4" - 5'6" | Standard | 36" |
| 5'6" - 5'8" | +0.25" | 36.25" |
| 5'8" - 5'10" | +0.5" | 36.5" |
| 5'10"+ | +1" | 37" |
Standard 7-iron length for women: 36"
Complete Club Length Chart by Height (Men)
Taller Golfers (6'2" - 6'6"+)
| Club | 6'2" (+0.5") | 6'4" (+1") | 6'6"+ (+1.5"-2") |
|---|---|---|---|
| Driver | 45.5" | 46" | 46.5" - 47" |
| 3-Wood | 43.5" | 44" | 44.5" - 45" |
| 5-Iron | 38" | 38.5" | 39" - 39.5" |
| 7-Iron | 37.5" | 38" | 38.5" - 39" |
| 9-Iron | 36" | 36.5" | 37" - 37.5" |
| PW | 36" | 36.5" | 37" - 37.5" |
Average Height Golfers (5'7" - 6'0")
| Club | Standard Length |
|---|---|
| Driver | 45" |
| 3-Wood | 43" |
| 5-Iron | 37.5" |
| 7-Iron | 37" |
| 9-Iron | 35.5" |
| PW | 35.5" |
Shorter Golfers (5'2" - 5'6")
| Club | 5'6" (-0.25") | 5'4" (-0.5") | 5'2" (-1") |
|---|---|---|---|
| Driver | 44.75" | 44.5" | 44" |
| 3-Wood | 42.75" | 42.5" | 42" |
| 5-Iron | 37.25" | 37" | 36.5" |
| 7-Iron | 36.75" | 36.5" | 36" |
| 9-Iron | 35.25" | 35" | 34.5" |
| PW | 35.25" | 35" | 34.5" |
Why Height Alone Isn't Enough
Two golfers of the same height can have very different arm lengths:
| Golfer | Height | Arm Type | Wrist-to-Floor | Adjustment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | 5'10" | Short arms | 31" | -0.5" |
| B | 5'10" | Average | 33" | Standard |
| C | 5'10" | Long arms | 36" | +0.5" |
Using height alone, all three would get standard clubs. But golfer A needs shorter clubs and golfer C needs longer—a full 1" difference.
The More Accurate Method: Wrist-to-Floor
| Wrist-to-Floor | Club Adjustment |
|---|---|
| Under 29" | -1.5" to -1" |
| 29" - 31" | -0.75" to -0.5" |
| 31" - 33" | -0.25" to Standard |
| 33" - 35" | Standard |
| 35" - 37" | +0.25" to +0.5" |
| 37" - 39" | +0.5" to +1" |
| Over 39" | +1" to +2" |
See How to Measure Wrist-to-Floor for proper technique.
Combined Chart: Height + Arm Length
For best accuracy, consider both your height and arm proportions:
| Height | Short Arms | Average Arms | Long Arms |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5'4" | -1.5" | -1" | -0.5" |
| 5'6" | -1" | -0.5" | Standard |
| 5'8" | -0.5" | Standard | +0.25" |
| 5'10" | Standard | +0.25" | +0.5" |
| 6'0" | +0.25" | +0.5" | +0.75" |
| 6'2" | +0.5" | +1" | +1.25" |
| 6'4" | +1" | +1.5" | +2" |
Putter Length by Height
Putter length is more about posture preference than body measurements:
| Height | Conventional Putter | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Under 5'6" | 32" - 33" | |
| 5'6" - 5'10" | 33" - 34" | Most common |
| 5'10" - 6'2" | 34" - 35" | |
| Over 6'2" | 35" - 36" |
Your putting stance and eye position matter more than height for putter fitting.
Driver Length Considerations
While the chart shows length adjustments for drivers, consider:
- Tour average: 44.5" (shorter than standard 45")
- Accuracy vs. distance: Shorter drivers are easier to control
- Many tall pros: Use 44" - 45" drivers despite their height
Don't automatically add length to your driver just because you're tall.
Calculate Your Exact Club Length
For personalized recommendations based on your specific measurements:
- Golf Club Length Calculator - Enter height and wrist-to-floor
- Golf Shaft Flex Calculator - Complete your fitting
Related Resources
- What Length Golf Clubs Do I Need? - Quick answer guide
- Standard Golf Club Lengths - All standard lengths
- Golf Club Length Chart - Complete reference
- Signs Your Clubs Are Wrong Length - Check your fit
- DIY Golf Club Fitting - Full DIY guide
- Golf Club Fitting Guide - Professional fitting