Tallest and Shortest K-Pop Groups

Height plays a key role in how K-pop groups are perceived on stage. Rather than focusing on individual idols, this article compares some of the tallest and shortest K-pop groups based on average member height, with added context from each group’s tallest and shortest members.

How These Heights Are Calculated

For consistency, all group averages are calculated using:

• Officially listed heights of active members
• Simple arithmetic averages
• No footwear or posture adjustments

Height Comparison Table (Approximate Group Averages)

Tallest K-Pop Groups (By Average Height)

K-pop boy groups, particularly from newer generations, tend to skew taller due to changing casting preferences and debut ages. Groups with fewer height outliers and more uniformly tall members often rank highest when averages are calculated.

TXT (Tomorrow X Together)

• Average group height: approx. 181 cm (5’11¼”)
• Tallest member: Soobin – 185 cm
• Shortest member: Taehyun – 177 cm

TXT is frequently cited as one of the tallest K-pop groups because every member falls within a relatively tall height range, resulting in one of the highest and most uniform averages among fourth-generation boy groups.

ATEEZ

• Average group height: approx. 179 cm (5’10½”)
• Tallest member: Yunho – 186 cm
• Shortest member: Hongjoong – 172 cm

ATEEZ has one of the widest internal height ranges among tall groups, but the presence of multiple tall members keeps the group average high.

SEVENTEEN

• Average group height: approx. 178 cm (5’10”)
• Tallest member: Mingyu – 187 cm
• Shortest member: Woozi – 164 cm

Despite having one of the shortest member lineups among major boy groups, SEVENTEEN’s large lineup balances out to a strong overall average.

ENHYPEN

• Average group height: approx. 179 cm (5’10½”)
• Tallest member: Ni-ki – 186 cm
• Shortest member: Jungwon – 174 cm

ENHYPEN reflects a modern height profile, with most members grouped closely around the upper end of the male idol height range.

Shortest K-Pop Groups (By Average Height)

Shorter group averages are more commonly seen among girl groups, especially those that debuted before height became a dominant visual trend.

MAMAMOO

• Average group height: approx. 160 cm (5’3″)
• Tallest member: Moonbyul – 163 cm
• Shortest member: Solar – 159 cm

MAMAMOO is notable for its extremely narrow height range, making them one of the most height-uniform groups in K-pop.

Red Velvet

• Average group height: approx. 161 cm (5’3½”)
• Tallest member: Joy – 168 cm
• Shortest member: Irene – 157 cm

Joy’s height slightly lifts the group average, but Red Velvet still ranks among the shorter groups when all members are included.

STAYC

• Average group height: approx. 162 cm (5’4″)
• Tallest member: Yoon – 170 cm
• Shortest member: J – 163 cm

STAYC represents a compact but modern height profile, with fewer extreme outliers compared to earlier generations.

GFRIEND

• Average group height: approx. 165 cm (5’5″)
• Tallest member: Sowon – 173 cm
• Shortest member: Eunha – 163 cm

Although often perceived as tall due to styling and choreography, GFRIEND’s group average places them closer to the middle when all members are included.

How Large Is the Height Gap?

When comparing averages:

• Newer generation groups tend to be taller overall.
• Tall boy groups exceed shorter girl groups by roughly 15–20 cm.

Does Height Advantage Matter in K-Pop?

Height affects presentation but has no direct impact on the overall success of the group.

When analyzed through average group height, the tallest and shortest K-pop groups show clear structural differences shaped by debut era and generational trends. Height influences visual presentation, but it does not determine musical success or longevity.