Blood pressure changes slightly with age, but doctors still aim for a healthy range close to 120/80 mmHg for most adults. Blood pressure is written as systolic/diastolic (top number / bottom number).
Normal Blood Pressure by Age
| Age Group | Normal Blood Pressure |
|---|---|
| Newborn (0–1 month) | 60–90 / 20–60 mmHg |
| Infant (1–12 months) | 80–100 / 55–65 mmHg |
| Toddler (1–5 years) | 90–105 / 55–70 mmHg |
| Children (6–13 years) | 95–110 / 60–75 mmHg |
| Teenagers (14–18 years) | 105–120 / 65–80 mmHg |
| Adults (19–39 years) | 110–120 / 70–80 mmHg |
| Adults (40–59 years) | 115–130 / 70–85 mmHg |
| 60 years and older | 120–140 / 70–90 mmHg |
General Blood Pressure Categories (Adults)
- Normal: below 120 / 80 mmHg
- Elevated: 120–129 / below 80
- High Blood Pressure (Hypertension Stage 1): 130–139 / 80–89
- Hypertension Stage 2: 140 / 90 or higher
- Hypertensive crisis: 180 / 120 or higher (needs urgent medical care)
✅ Tips to keep blood pressure normal
- Reduce salt intake
- Exercise regularly
- Maintain healthy weight
- Manage stress
- Avoid smoking and excessive alcohol
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