1 pound to grams

1 lb = 453.59 g. Change the amount below, or read the formula and the reference table further down.

1 pound equals

453.59grams

1 lb = 453.59 g

The formula

Pounds and grams both measure weight & mass from the same zero, so a single multiplier does the job.

g = lb × 453.59

Going the other way? Convert grams to pounds.

Pounds to grams table

Values either side of 1 lb.

Pounds (lb)Grams (g)
-4-1,814.37
-3.5-1,587.57
-3-1,360.78
-2.5-1,133.98
-2-907.18
-1.5-680.39
-1-453.59
-0.5-226.8
00
0.5226.8
1453.59
1.5680.39
2907.18
2.51,133.98
31,360.78
3.51,587.57
41,814.37
4.52,041.17
52,267.96
5.52,494.76
62,721.55

Questions people ask

How many grams are in a pound?
One pound equals 453.59 grams.
How do I convert pounds to grams by hand?
Multiply the number of pounds by 453.59. For a rough check, 453.59 is close enough for most everyday use.
What is 1 pound in grams?
1 pound is 453.59 grams.

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