Baby Boomers vs Generation Z¶
The Baby Boomers (born 1946–1964) and the Generation Z (born 1997–2012) compared. In 2026 they are 62–80 and 14–29 years old respectively.
| Baby Boomers | Generation Z | |
|---|---|---|
| Born | 1946–1964 | 1997–2012 |
| Age in 2026 | 62–80 | 14–29 |
| Midpoint birth year | 1955 | 2005 |
| Notable people on record | 21 | 5 |
The two cohorts' midpoints are about 50 years apart.
A few notable people¶
Baby Boomers: Donald J. Trump, George W. Bush, Bill Clinton, Steven Spielberg, Hillary Clinton
Generation Z: Sydney Sweeney, Willow Smith, Jenna Ortega, Greta Thunberg, Charli D'Amelio
Last updated: 2026-06-04