how many stories was the woolworth building

The Woolworth Building was generally described as 57 stories , though some sources and historical references count it as 60 stories depending on how the floors are tallied.

Why the numbers differ

• 57 stories is the most commonly cited figure for the building as completed and officially counted in many references.

• 60 stories appears in some historical descriptions because Frank W. Woolworth and some accounts rounded the design up, or counted the tower differently.

Quick answer

If you want the standard architectural answer, use 57 stories.