TDEE Calculator for Men — Daily Calorie Needs
Men have higher BMR than women due to more muscle mass and different hormonal profiles. Use this sex-calibrated TDEE calculator with pre-set defaults for men.
BMR (kcal/day)
1,805
TDEE (kcal/day)
2,798
Mifflin-St Jeor formula.
How It Works
Mifflin-St Jeor BMR for men: (10 × weight kg) + (6.25 × height cm) – (5 × age years) + 5. The '+5' constant reflects higher lean mass and androgen levels.
Average male TDEE ranges from 2,200–3,200 kcal/day depending on activity. Sedentary 180 lb man ≈ 2,100 kcal; active 180 lb man ≈ 2,800 kcal.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the average TDEE for a man?
Moderately active 30-year-old man (80 kg, 180 cm) ≈ 2,600 kcal/day. Sedentary ≈ 2,100 kcal. Very active ≈ 3,100 kcal.
Why is male TDEE higher than female?
Men typically have 10–15% more muscle mass and different hormonal profiles (testosterone drives higher BMR). The difference is ~200–400 kcal/day at equal body weight.