A blood pressure of 107/75 is a good reading. It falls squarely within the “normal” category, which the American Heart Association and American College of Cardiology define as a systolic (top number) below 120 and a diastolic (bottom number) below 80. It’s also well above the low blood pressure threshold of 90/60, so there’s no reason for concern based on the numbers alone.
Where 107/75 Falls on the Scale
The 2025 joint guidelines from the AHA and ACC break adult blood pressure into four categories:
- Normal: below 120/80
- Elevated: 120 to 129 systolic, with diastolic still below 80
- Stage 1 hypertension: 130 to 139 systolic, or 80 to 89 diastolic
- Stage 2 hypertension: 140 or higher systolic, or 90 or higher diastolic
At 107/75, both numbers sit comfortably in the normal range. You’re 13 points below the threshold where doctors start paying closer attention, and 23 points below stage 1 hypertension. This is the kind of reading clinicians are happy to see.
What the Numbers Actually Tell You
The top number (107) reflects the pressure inside your arteries when your heart contracts and pushes blood out. The bottom number (75) measures the pressure between beats, when the heart is refilling. Together, they paint a picture of how hard your cardiovascular system is working at rest. A systolic of 107 means your heart doesn’t need to generate excessive force to circulate blood, and a diastolic of 75 means your arteries maintain a healthy level of baseline pressure between beats.
The Link to Long-Term Health
A reading in this range isn’t just “not bad.” It’s actively associated with better outcomes. A large study published through the National Institutes of Health, following participants in the Women’s Health Initiative, found that women who maintained a systolic blood pressure between 110 and 130 had the highest probability of surviving to age 90. Women in that range at age 70, for example, had a 54% chance of reaching 90. Those who kept their systolic in this window for at least 80% of a five-year period had even better odds.
Interestingly, readings slightly below 110 systolic showed virtually identical survival rates to the 110 to 130 group across all age brackets studied. The cardiovascular risk curve starts rising at systolic levels as low as 90, but a reading of 107 sits well above that floor. In practical terms, your reading is in the sweet spot where the benefit is greatest and the risk is lowest.
Why Some People Run Lower
If you exercise regularly, a reading around 107/75 is especially common. Research comparing athletes to non-athletes consistently shows that both endurance and non-endurance athletes have lower resting blood pressure, particularly lower diastolic readings. Regular physical activity strengthens the heart so it pumps more efficiently with each beat, meaning it doesn’t need to generate as much pressure to move the same volume of blood.
Genetics, body size, and hydration also play a role. Some people simply run on the lower end of normal their entire lives. As long as you feel fine, a naturally lower reading is a cardiovascular advantage, not a problem.
When a Low-Normal Reading Could Be a Problem
Blood pressure of 107/75 is nowhere near the clinical definition of low blood pressure (hypotension), which starts at 90/60. But the number on the cuff matters less than how you feel. Most healthcare professionals consider blood pressure too low only when it causes symptoms. The signs to watch for include persistent dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, blurred vision, nausea, or unusual fatigue.
One scenario worth knowing about is orthostatic hypotension, a drop in pressure that happens when you stand up. If your systolic drops by 20 points or more, or your diastolic drops by 10 points or more within two to five minutes of standing, that qualifies as orthostatic hypotension regardless of where you started. For someone at 107/75, that would mean dropping to roughly 87/65 or lower upon standing. If you notice you feel woozy every time you get up from a chair or bed, that pattern is worth mentioning to your doctor even though your resting numbers look fine.
How to Get an Accurate Reading
A single blood pressure reading is a snapshot, not a diagnosis. Your numbers fluctuate throughout the day based on activity, stress, caffeine, hydration, and even the temperature of the room. If you’re checking at home, sit quietly for five minutes before measuring. Keep your feet flat on the floor, your arm supported at heart level, and your back against a chair. Don’t talk during the reading.
Taking two or three readings a minute apart and averaging them gives a more reliable picture. If your home readings consistently land in the range you’re seeing, around 107/75, you’re in excellent shape from a blood pressure standpoint. That’s a number most people would be glad to have.