Calculate Chronological Age in Google Sheets
To calculate chronological age in Google Sheets, you can use the DATEDIF function. Here's a step-by-step guide:
Step 1: Input the Birthdate
Enter the birthdate in one cell, for example, in cell A2.
Step 2: Input the Current Date or Use the TODAY() Function
If you want to calculate the age as of today, you can use the TODAY() function. Alternatively, enter a specific date in another cell, say B2.
Step 3: Use the DATEDIF Function
In another cell, use the DATEDIF function to calculate the age. The syntax is:
=DATEDIF(start_date, end_date, unit)For example, to calculate the age in years, use:
=DATEDIF(A2, TODAY(), "Y")If you want to get the age in years, months, and days, you can do the following:
- Years:
=DATEDIF(A2, TODAY(), "Y") - Months (excluding years):
=DATEDIF(A2, TODAY(), "YM") - Days (excluding years and months):
=DATEDIF(A2, TODAY(), "MD")
Step 4: Combine the Results (Optional)
If you want to display the age in a more readable format (e.g., "23 years, 2 months, and 5 days"), you can concatenate the results:
=DATEDIF(A2, TODAY(), "Y") & " years, " & DATEDIF(A2, TODAY(), "YM") & " months, and " & DATEDIF(A2, TODAY(), "MD") & " days"This will give you the chronological age in a clear and precise manner.
