Mile Run Standards
How your one-mile time compares by age and sex.
Your tier
Fair
0:01 away from Average.
Excellent
< 6:00
Good
6:00–6:45
Average
6:45–7:30
Fair
7:30–9:00
Poor
> 9:00
Standards reflect general adult population norms. Cutoffs slow by 30 seconds per decade past 30, and the female bands sit roughly one minute slower than the male bands at the same age.
About
Norms for the one-mile run from Cooper Institute fitness data. See whether your time is poor, average, good, or excellent for your demographic.
How to use
- Pick sex and age.
- Enter your mile time.
- See your tier.
FAQ
Where do these standards come from?+
Cooper Institute aerobic fitness data combined with US military and academic norms.
Should I run all-out for the test?+
Yes. The standards assume max effort. Pacing tests use longer distances (5K).