Blood pressure does not have a different “normal” value for every age, but expected ranges can vary, especially in children. For most adults, the healthy target is generally similar across ages.
Typical blood pressure ranges by age
| Age group | Approximate normal range |
|---|---|
| Newborns | About 60–90 / 20–60 mmHg |
| Infants | About 87–105 / 53–66 mmHg |
| Children (1–12 years) | About 90–120 / 60–75 mmHg (depends on height and development) |
| Teenagers (13–17 years) | About 100–120 / 65–80 mmHg |
| Adults (18–39 years) | Around 110–120 / 70–80 mmHg |
| Adults (40–59 years) | Often around 120–130 / 70–80 mmHg |
| Adults 60+ | Often around 120–130 / 70–80 mmHg, depending on health and medical advice |
Adult blood pressure categories
- Normal: Less than 120/80 mmHg
- Elevated: 120–129 and less than 80
- High blood pressure (Stage 1): 130–139 or 80–89
- High blood pressure (Stage 2): 140+ or 90+
A single reading does not always show your true blood pressure. Stress, exercise, caffeine, illness, and incorrect measuring technique can temporarily change it. Repeated readings taken correctly are more useful.
If you tell me the age and the blood pressure reading (for example, “65 years old, 145/90”), I can help interpret it.
