There isn’t a different “normal” blood-pressure target for every adult age. For adults, including older adults, normal blood pressure is generally below 120/80 mmHg. (www.heart.org)
Adult blood-pressure ranges
| Reading | Category |
|---|---|
| Below 120/80 | ✅ Normal |
| 120–129 / below 80 | Elevated |
| 130–139 or 80–89 | High — Stage 1 |
| 140+ or 90+ | High — Stage 2 |
| Over 180 and/or 120 | 🚨 Severe; needs prompt medical attention |
So, for example, a 60-year-old does not automatically need 140/90 to be considered “normal” simply because of age. Treatment targets can be individualized based on overall health and medical conditions. (professional.heart.org)
For children and teenagers, normal blood pressure is different and depends on age, sex, and height, so the adult chart should not be used.
If you tell me the person’s age and blood-pressure reading (for example, 65 years, 145/85), I can explain what it means.
