The ideal body fat percentage for a woman?

Does anyone know the ideal body fat percentage for a woman? I'm 16, 5 ft 1 and my body fat is 17%

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1. Sounds good, I've heard anywhere from that to 22% is healthy for women.
2. 17% is perfect for your age and height. Body fat percentage is going to vary with age and height. However, the average percent for teens and older is 15-24%
3. 17%-27% body fat is healthy for a girl your age.