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I'm sorry but there's no standard rule. Some microwaves incorporate heat shields on the bottom to block against the rising heat from a cooking surface and these types can hang lower than models that don't have a heat shield. Once you've narrowed down to a couple of options, check the specific microwave's specs. These are downloaded at the microwave's website.

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Usually 18" minimum from the counter to the bottom of the microwave.

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