#34A38D Hex Color
Cool unsaturated teal for clinical clarity
This unsaturated teal carries a cool, clinical clarity that works well for healthcare interfaces and wellness branding. Because #34a38d provides strong contrast with black text, it functions effectively as a base color or a reliable background for data-heavy designs. Pair it with soft, warm grays to prevent the color from feeling too cold or sterile on the page. The hex code for this shade is #34a38d.
Questions about #34a38d
What is #34a38d in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #34a38d is rgb(52, 163, 141), in HSL hsl(168, 52%, 42%) and in CMYK 68%, 0%, 13%, 36%.
Which colors pair best with the #34a38d teal shade?
#34a38d works exceptionally well with soft, warm grays to balance its inherent coolness without looking clinical or sterile. You can also pair it with subtle creams or off-whites for a clean, accessible look common in medical or wellness design systems.
Is #34a38d a suitable choice for text on a white background?
#34a38d generally meets accessibility standards when used as a darker text element against light backgrounds, but it is best reserved for UI accents or large headers. Always verify specific contrast ratios against your chosen background color to ensure WCAG compliance for readability.
Is #34a38d readable on white or black?
#34a38d has a 3.10:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.76:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold) and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.