Oz to Lbs Converter
Ounces ↔ pounds. Paste a weight to convert.
How many ounces are in a pound?
1 lb = 16 oz. To convert ounces to pounds, divide by 16. To go from pounds to ounces, multiply by 16. These are weight units, not liquid measures.
Decimal pounds or pounds and ounces?
36 oz is 2.25 lb in decimal form. It is also 2 lb 4 oz: two whole pounds use 32 ounces, leaving 4 ounces. The two answers represent the same weight. Use Copy result for the decimal conversion or Copy lb + oz for the split form.
For a package marked 2 lb 4 oz, you can paste that complete measurement into the tool. It becomes 36 oz without adding the two numbers as if they were the same unit. Input accepts nonnegative numbers, fractions and mixed fractions; it does not round weights up for shipping charges.
Ounces to pounds chart
| Ounces | Decimal pounds | Pounds + ounces |
|---|---|---|
| 1 oz | 0.0625 lb | 0 lb 1 oz |
| 2 oz | 0.125 lb | 0 lb 2 oz |
| 4 oz | 0.25 lb | 0 lb 4 oz |
| 8 oz | 0.5 lb | 0 lb 8 oz |
| 12 oz | 0.75 lb | 0 lb 12 oz |
| 16 oz | 1 lb | 1 lb 0 oz |
| 20 oz | 1.25 lb | 1 lb 4 oz |
| 24 oz | 1.5 lb | 1 lb 8 oz |
| 28 oz | 1.75 lb | 1 lb 12 oz |
| 32 oz | 2 lb | 2 lb 0 oz |
| 36 oz | 2.25 lb | 2 lb 4 oz |
| 48 oz | 3 lb | 3 lb 0 oz |
| 64 oz | 4 lb | 4 lb 0 oz |
| 80 oz | 5 lb | 5 lb 0 oz |
| 100 oz | 6.25 lb | 6 lb 4 oz |
| 160 oz | 10 lb | 10 lb 0 oz |
Which kind of ounce?
An avoirdupois ounce is exactly 28.349523125 grams, and a pound is exactly 453.59237 grams. Fluid ounces measure volume; troy ounces belong to a different weight system. Do not use this page to interpret fl oz labels or precious-metal quotes.
Calculations run locally in your browser. Results display up to six decimal places, with scientific notation for tiny values; rounding does not add measurement accuracy. Entered and converted quantities are limited to one trillion, within browser floating-point precision.
Frequently asked questions
How many ounces are in a pound?
One avoirdupois pound is exactly 16 ounces. This is the everyday weight system used for food and packages in the US. Troy pounds and fluid ounces use different definitions and are not covered here.
How do I convert ounces to pounds?
Divide ounces by 16. For example, 36 oz ÷ 16 = 2.25 lb, which is also 2 lb 4 oz. The converter shows both forms.
Can I enter pounds and ounces together?
Yes. Paste 2 lb 4 oz or 2 pounds 4 ounces to get 36 oz. Fractions such as 1/2 lb and 2 lb 1/2 oz are also accepted. Pasted unit names set the conversion direction.
Is 8 oz the same as half a pound?
Yes, for weight: 8 oz is exactly 0.5 lb. Eight fluid ounces are a volume instead; their weight depends on what is being measured.
Does this convert gold ounces or liquid ounces?
No. Gold is commonly quoted in troy ounces, while liquids may be measured in fluid ounces. This converter only supports avoirdupois weight ounces and pounds; it rejects fl oz and troy labels.