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How old were you in…? Age in other years
When can you retire?
- United States: full Social Security retirement age for people born in 2004 is 67, reached in 2071. Benefits can start from age 62 (in 2066) at a reduced rate. Source: Social Security Administration.
- Elsewhere: pension ages differ by country and employer – for example, many government jobs in India retire at 60 (in 2064).
Milestone birthdays
Generation and zodiac
- Generation: 2004 falls in Generation Z, born 1997–2012 (Pew Research Center definition).
- Chinese zodiac: the Wood Monkey, from Chinese New Year, which was on January 22, 2004. Born earlier in 2004? Your sign is the Goat.
- Calendar: 2004 started on a Thursday and had 366 days, including February 29.
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Frequently asked questions
How old am I if I was born in 2004?
In 2026 you turn 22. So today, October 20, 2026, you are 22 if your birthday has passed and 21 if it has not.
What generation is 2004?
Someone born in 2004 belongs to Generation Z (born 1997–2012).
When can I retire if I was born in 2004?
In the United States, the full Social Security retirement age for people born in 2004 is 67. You can start reduced benefits at 62, in 2066. Other countries set their own pension ages.
What is the Chinese zodiac sign for 2004?
The Wood Monkey. Chinese New Year 2004 was on January 22, 2004, so people born in 2004 before that date are the Goat.
Was 2004 a leap year?
Yes. 2004 had 366 days, with February 29 falling on a Sunday.
When does someone born in 2004 turn 50?
In 2054, in 28 years.
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