Convert Kilometer to Hectometer
Convert kilometers to hectometers by entering a value below.
How to Convert Kilometers to Hectometers
The kilometer and hectometer are both units of length. By definition, 1 kilometer equals exactly 10 hectometers. This means to convert kilometers to hectometers, you multiply by 10.
Formula
Step-by-Step Example
Convert 5 km to hectometers:
We need to convert kilometers to hectometers
Since 1 km = 10 hm, multiply by 10
5 × 10 = 50
5 km = 50 hm
Kilometer to Hectometer Conversion Table
Quick reference table for common kilometer to hectometer conversions. Click any value for detailed calculation.
| Kilometers (km) | Hectometers (hm) |
|---|---|
| 1 km | 10 hm |
| 2 km | 20 hm |
| 5 km | 50 hm |
| 10 km | 100 hm |
| 15 km | 150 hm |
| 20 km | 200 hm |
| 25 km | 250 hm |
| 50 km | 500 hm |
| 100 km | 1000 hm |
About These Units
Kilometer (km)
A kilometer (km) is a metric unit of length equal to 1,000 meters or approximately 0.621 miles. Kilometers are the standard unit for measuring road distances, running races, and geographic distances in most countries worldwide. Common conversions: 1 km = 0.621 miles, 1 mile = 1.609 km.
Hectometer (hm)
A hectometer (hm) is a metric unit of length equal to 100 meters or 0.1 kilometers. While rarely used in everyday measurements, hectometers appear in scientific contexts and land surveying. One hectometer equals approximately 328 feet or 109 yards.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert kilometers to hectometers?
To convert kilometers to hectometers, multiply the value by 10. For example, 10 km = 100 hm.
How many hectometers are in 1 kilometer?
1 kilometer equals 10 hectometers.
What is the formula for kilometers to hectometers?
The formula is: hm = km × 10.