Convert ounces to pounds
Converting ounces to pounds is a common weight task, whether you are checking a recipe, a spec sheet, a travel distance or a homework problem. Since 1 oz equals 0.0625 lb, the math is a single multiplication — and this page does it for you instantly, with the formula, a table of common values and answers to the questions people ask most.
Exact factor
How to convert ounces to pounds
To convert ounces to pounds, multiply the number of ounces by 0.0625. For example, 10 oz × 0.0625 = 0.625 lb.
lb = oz × 0.0625
- Write down the value in ounces you want to convert.
- Multiply it by 0.0625 (the exact oz→lb factor).
- The result is your value in pounds. Check it below with the converter or the table.
Conversion table
Common values of ounces and their equivalents in pounds:
| oz | lb |
|---|---|
| 1 | 0.0625 |
| 2 | 0.125 |
| 3 | 0.1875 |
| 4 | 0.25 |
| 5 | 0.3125 |
| 10 | 0.625 |
| 20 | 1.25 |
| 25 | 1.5625 |
| 50 | 3.125 |
| 100 | 6.25 |
| 250 | 15.625 |
| 500 | 31.25 |
About these units
Ounce (oz). The avoirdupois ounce is a US customary unit defined as exactly 28.349523125 grams, or 1/16 of a pound. Food portions and packaged goods in the US are labeled in ounces.
Pound (lb). The avoirdupois pound is defined as exactly 0.45359237 kilograms, or 16 ounces. It is the everyday unit of body weight and produce in the United States.
Frequently asked questions
How do I convert ounces to pounds?
To convert ounces to pounds, multiply the number of ounces by 0.0625. For example, 10 oz × 0.0625 = 0.625 lb. Or skip the math: type the value into the converter at the top of this page and the result updates instantly.
How many pounds are in 1 ounce?
1 oz = 0.0625 lb. That is the fixed relationship used by this converter and by international standards.
How many ounces are in 1 pound?
1 lb = 16 oz. If you are converting in the opposite direction, use our Pound to Ounce converter for the dedicated table and FAQ.
Is the ounces to pounds conversion exact?
Yes. Both units are defined by international agreement, so the factor of 0.0625 is exact. Displayed results are rounded to 6 significant digits only for readability.
What is ounce used for?
The avoirdupois ounce is a US customary unit defined as exactly 28.349523125 grams, or 1/16 of a pound. Food portions and packaged goods in the US are labeled in ounces.