Exact age today by birth month
How old were you in…? Age in other years
When can you retire?
- United States: full Social Security retirement age for people born in 2006 is 67, reached in 2073. Benefits can start from age 62 (in 2068) 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 2066).
Milestone birthdays
Generation and zodiac
- Generation: 2006 falls in Generation Z, born 1997–2012 (Pew Research Center definition).
- Chinese zodiac: the Fire Dog, from Chinese New Year, which was on January 29, 2006. Born earlier in 2006? Your sign is the Rooster.
- Calendar: 2006 started on a Sunday and had 365 days.
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Frequently asked questions
How old am I if I was born in 2006?
In 2026 you turn 20. So today, October 20, 2026, you are 20 if your birthday has passed and 19 if it has not.
What generation is 2006?
Someone born in 2006 belongs to Generation Z (born 1997–2012).
When can I retire if I was born in 2006?
In the United States, the full Social Security retirement age for people born in 2006 is 67. You can start reduced benefits at 62, in 2068. Other countries set their own pension ages.
What is the Chinese zodiac sign for 2006?
The Fire Dog. Chinese New Year 2006 was on January 29, 2006, so people born in 2006 before that date are the Rooster.
Was 2006 a leap year?
No. 2006 had 365 days. The leap years either side of it were 2004 and 2008.
When does someone born in 2006 turn 50?
In 2056, in 30 years.
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