Baby Boomers vs Generation X¶
The Baby Boomers (born 1946–1964) and the Generation X (born 1965–1980) compared. In 2026 they are 62–80 and 46–61 years old respectively.
| Baby Boomers | Generation X | |
|---|---|---|
| Born | 1946–1964 | 1965–1980 |
| Age in 2026 | 62–80 | 46–61 |
| Midpoint birth year | 1955 | 1973 |
| Notable people on record | 21 | 19 |
The two cohorts' midpoints are about 18 years apart.
A few notable people¶
Baby Boomers: Donald J. Trump, George W. Bush, Bill Clinton, Steven Spielberg, Hillary Clinton
Generation X: Salma Hayek, Nicole Kidman, Louis C.K., Kylie Minogue, Will Smith
Last updated: 2026-06-04