#979797 Hex Color
A neutral mid-tone grey with stability
This mid-tone grey reads as a clean, colorless neutral that adds instant stability to any interface. Because #979797 offers enough contrast against black text to meet accessibility standards, it works well for UI backgrounds or secondary typography. Pair it with saturated blues or terracottas to keep designs from feeling too flat. The hex code for this ashy, dusty grey is #979797.
Questions about #979797
What is #979797 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #979797 is rgb(151, 151, 151), in HSL hsl(0, 0%, 59%) and in CMYK 0%, 0%, 0%, 41%.
What colors pair best with #979797 in a design?
This neutral grey works best when anchored by high-contrast saturated hues that prevent it from appearing dull. Try pairing #979797 with navy for a professional look or terracotta to introduce a warm, earthy balance that feels grounded.
Is #979797 readable on white or black?
#979797 has a 2.92:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.18:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it is too faint for text and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.