The American Academy of Pediatrics notes that on average, girls begin dating as early as 12 and a half years old, and boys a year older.

What is the average age for a first relationship?

Ages 13 to 17 From a developmental perspective, around 16-years-old is around the time we begin having the capacity to experience our first real relationship. According to the Pew Research Center, 35 percent of teens ages 13 to 17 have been in a romantic relationship.

What is the average age for first boyfriend girlfriend?

Thats in part because statistically speaking, most people have their first experience with a boyfriend or girlfriend as teenagers, with one 2004 study estimating that around 84% of people enter their first serious relationship at an average of 18 years old.

What age range should I date?

This rule states that by dividing your own age by two and then adding seven you can find the socially acceptable minimum age of anyone you want to date. So if youre a 24-year-old, you can feel free to be with anyone who is at least 19 (12 + 7) but not someone who is 18.