155 bpm resting pulse
Is a 155 pulse rate too high? A heart rate of 155 beats per minute (or 25.8 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 155 is normal for your child's age.
While within the normal adult range of 60 to 100, a 155 pulse is 127.9% quicker than the typical adult average of 73 bpm.
Your resting pulse will vary with age. Consult the table below to check how a 155 heart rate compares to others in your age range. See also: Exercising pulse of 155 bpm
155 bpm Pulse Percentile by Age
| Age | Percentile for 155 resting pulse |
|---|---|
| Infant |
Top 95% Very High |
| 1 year |
Top 99% Extremely 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