What Is Normal Blood Pressure for Your Age? A Clear, Updated Guide

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Note: *Hypertension is now diagnosed at 130/80 mmHg or higher*, a change from older guidelines.

Blood Pressure in Children & Teens

In younger individuals, blood pressure is assessed using percentile charts based on age, height, and gender. The following are approximate averages:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 
Age Group     Average Systolic     Average Diastolic

 
1–3 years     80–110 mmHg     50–70 mmHg
4–6 years  &