Average Erect Penis Size

Many men wonder what the average erect penis size is and how their own member measures up. It is important to note that penis length is not the only factor important to sexual pleasure, confidence, and sexual performance. For many women, penis girth is also an issue. Many women tend to prefer a thick, wide penis to a long one. However, each individual and his or her preferences are different, so no matter where one finds himself in the following measurements, he is sure to be able to find someone who will appreciate his unique anatomy. There are women in the world who prefer smaller penises, so men who do not fit into these average categories should not feel disheartened.

Most American studies conclude that the average penis erection size is between five and a half to six and a half inches. Over fifty-five percent of men of all ethnicities and who fall between the ages of nineteen to thirty find themselvesl within this category. One can determine his own penis length by making sure the penis is fully erect and then measuring along the head from the penis all the way to the abdomen. The longest penis lengths tended to be from around seven to seven and a half inches with only around five percent of men falling into this category, and the shortest lengths were penises below four inches. Less than five percent of men fell into this category. These numbers may be surprising, especially to men. As a result of pornography and exaggerated stories, many men believe the average penis to be far, far larger than it actually is.

Girth measurements provided interesting results in the same study as the width of one’ s penis does not always correlate to the length. The average girth of an erect penis, measured at the widest part of the penis, was between four and five and half inches. Approximately seventy-nine percent of men fell into this category, with hardly anyone being over six inches wide.

Interestingly enough, the size of the flaccid penis is usually of very little concern to most individuals. When compared to penis erection size, the flaccid penis tends to be anywhere from 2 to 5 inches shorter, on average. Surprisingly, men who have a naturally smaller penis tend to grow even more during erection than their larger sized counterparts. The size of the flaccid penis can also change depending on factors such as the weather or temperature, one’s sitting position, and the level of arousal or stimulation a male is feeling. Also, the male penis does not completely stop growing until the indivdual has reached an age of 29 or 30 years old. In truth, though, whether one is of average erect penis size isn’t a factor in sexual pleasure for most women.