According to the American Heart Association (AHA) and other major health bodies:
Category Systolic (Top Number) Diastolic (Bottom Number)
Normal < 120 mmHg and < 80 mmHg
Elevated 120–129 mmHg and < 80 mmHg Hypertension Stage 1 130–139 mmHg or 80–89 mmHg Hypertension Stage 2 ≥ 140 mmHg or ≥ 90 mmHg Hypertensive Crisis > 180 mmHg and/or > 120 mmHg
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 85–115 mmHg 55–75 mmHg
7–10 years 90–120 mmHg 60–80 mmHg
11–13 years 95–125 mmHg 60–80 mmHg
