138 bpm resting pulse
Is a 138 pulse rate too high? A heart rate of 138 beats per minute (or 23 beats every 10 seconds) is higher than the range considered normal for adults and children over ten.3 It is normal for children under ten to have pulses over 100. Consult the table below to determine if a 138 is normal for your child's age.
While within the normal adult range of 60 to 100, a 138 pulse is 102.9% quicker than the typical adult average of 73 bpm.
Your resting pulse will vary with age. Consult the table below to check how a 138 heart rate compares to others in your age range. See also: Exercising pulse of 138 bpm
138 bpm Pulse Percentile by Age
| Age | Percentile for 138 resting pulse |
|---|---|
| Infant |
Top 90% Higher Than Average |
| 1 year |
Top 95% Very High |
| 2-3 years |
Top 99% Extremely High |
| 4-5 years |
Top 99% Extremely High |
| 6-8 years |
Top 99% Extremely High |
| 9-11 years |
Top 99% Extremely High |
| 12-15 years |
Top 99% Extremely High |
| 16-19 years |
Top 99% Extremely High |
| 20-39 years |
Top 99% Extremely High |
| 40-59 years |
Top 99% Extremely High |
| 60-79 years |
Top 99% Extremely High |
| 80+ years |
Top 99% Extremely High |
Source Citations
- Linda J. Vorvick MD, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services National Institute of Health Pulse: MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia