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 2021 is 67, reached in 2088. Benefits can start from age 62 (in 2083) 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 2081).
Milestone birthdays
Generation and zodiac
- Generation: 2021 falls in Generation Alpha, born 2013–2024 (a commonly used definition).
- Chinese zodiac: the Metal Ox, from Chinese New Year, which was in late January or February. Born earlier in 2021? Your sign is the Rat.
- Calendar: 2021 started on a Friday and had 365 days.
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Frequently asked questions
How old am I if I was born in 2021?
In 2026 you turn 5. So today, October 19, 2026, you are 5 if your birthday has passed and 4 if it has not.
What generation is 2021?
Someone born in 2021 belongs to Generation Alpha (born 2013–2024).
When can I retire if I was born in 2021?
In the United States, the full Social Security retirement age for people born in 2021 is 67. You can start reduced benefits at 62, in 2083. Other countries set their own pension ages.
What is the Chinese zodiac sign for 2021?
The Metal Ox. Chinese New Year 2021 was in late January or February, so people born in 2021 before that date are the Rat.
Was 2021 a leap year?
No. 2021 had 365 days. The leap years either side of it were 2020 and 2024.
When does someone born in 2021 turn 50?
In 2071, in 45 years.
Other birth years