How Old Would Martin Luther King Jr. Be Today?

Martin Luther King Jr. was born on January 15, 1929, in Atlanta, Georgia. He was assassinated on April 4, 1968, at the age of 39. This page estimates how old he would be today if he were still alive.

Use the calculator below to find out how old Dr. King would be on any specific date or year. You can select a year to see his age on his birthday in that year, or choose a specific date for a more precise calculation.

If He Were Alive Today

As of November 23, 2025, Martin Luther King Jr. would be 96 years, 10 months, and 8 days old.

Age at Death

Martin Luther King Jr. was 39 years, 2 months, and 20 days old when he died on April 4, 1968.

Dr. King's life was tragically cut short, but his legacy continues to inspire millions around the world. His contributions to the civil rights movement remain significant to this day.

Example Calculations

Here are some examples of how old Dr. King would be on specific dates:

On January 15, 2024, he would have turned 95 years old.

On January 15, 2025, he would have turned 96 years old.