Convert ounces to pounds in one step. Type a value, see the answer and a few related units, and use the chart below for common values. Free, private, and runs entirely in your browser.
Divide the number of ounces by 16 to get pounds. The units are defined in terms of each other, so the conversion is exact. The calculator uses the full-precision factor, while the factor printed here is rounded.
| Ounces (oz) | Pounds (lb) |
|---|---|
| 1 | 0.0625 |
| 2 | 0.125 |
| 4 | 0.25 |
| 8 | 0.5 |
| 12 | 0.75 |
| 16 | 1 |
| 20 | 1.25 |
| 24 | 1.5 |
| 32 | 2 |
| 40 | 2.5 |
| 48 | 3 |
| 64 | 4 |
How many ounces are in a pound? 16 ounces in the avoirdupois pound used for everyday goods.
How do I convert ounces to pounds? Divide the ounces by 16. For 20 oz, 20 ÷ 16 = 1.25 lb, which is 1 lb 4 oz.
Convert 20 ounces to pounds: 20 ÷ 16 = 1.25 lb.
Is the ounces to pounds factor exact? Yes. The units are defined in terms of each other, so the factor has no uncertainty.
Can I convert pounds back to ounces? Yes. Use the converter in the opposite direction, which is linked below.
The 16-ounce pound belongs to the avoirdupois system, whose name comes from the Old French avoir de pois, meaning goods of weight. It became the standard for most everyday goods in English-speaking countries, while the older troy system, with 12 ounces to the pound, was kept for precious metals.
Use this converter for food packaging, mail and parcel rates, baby weights and recipes. A 20 oz package weighs 1.25 lb, and 40 oz is 2.5 lb. The pounds and ounces line gives a figure such as 1 lb 4 oz that you can read off a scale.
What is a quick estimate for ounces to pounds? Multiply or divide by the rounded factor, 1 ÷ 16, then use the calculator for the exact value.
Does the converter work on a phone? Yes. It runs in your browser and updates when you press Calculate.