How old is someone born in 1948?
77 or 78 years old as of July 12, 2026, 78 if their 2026 birthday has already passed, 77 if it hasn't. This page updates to your current date automatically.
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Milestone birthdays for 1948
| Milestone | Calendar year |
|---|---|
| Turned 18 | 1966 |
| Turned 21 | 1969 |
| Turned 25 | 1973 |
| Turned 30 | 1978 |
| Turned 40 | 1988 |
| Turned 50 | 1998 |
| Turned 62 | 2010 |
| Turned 65 | 2013 |
| Turns 100 | 2048 |
Born in 1948: a Baby Boomer · Year of the Rat (from Lunar New Year).
Frequently asked questions
What generation is someone born in 1948?
Someone born in 1948 is a Baby Boomer, using the Pew Research Center's commonly cited boundaries.
What Chinese zodiac sign is 1948?
1948 is a Year of the Rat. Caveat: the zodiac year starts at Lunar New Year (late January to mid-February), so January and early-February birthdays usually belong to the previous sign.
When does someone born in 1948 turn 65?
They already turned 65 in 2013.
How old will someone born in 1948 be in 2036?
They will turn 88 on their birthday in 2036 (and be 87 before it).