what size is a queen mattress

A standard queen mattress is typically 60 inches wide by 80 inches long (about 152 cm by 203 cm).

Quick Scoop

• Standard queen size: 60" × 80" (about 5 ft × 6 ft 8 in).

• Typical thickness: Roughly 8" to 14"+ depending on the model and brand (no universal standard for height).

• Room fit: Works well in bedrooms around 10' × 10' or larger.

• Who it suits: Couples who don’t need a massive bed, or solo sleepers who like extra space.

Other “queen” variants you might see

• California queen: 60" × 84" (same width, extra length for taller people).

• Olympic queen: 66" × 80" (wider than standard queen, same length).

• Split queen: Two pieces, each about 30" × 80", forming a 60" × 80" bed (often for adjustable bases).

Quick example

If you’re measuring your room:

• Leave at least about 2 feet of walking space on the sides and at the foot of the bed so a 10' × 10' room is usually comfortable for a standard queen.

TL;DR: When someone asks “what size is a queen mattress,” they almost always mean 60" × 80", unless it’s specifically labeled California queen, Olympic queen, or split queen.

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