Summary
The U.S. Census Bureau released data showing the average age people get married in each U.S. state. Marriage ages have been rising over the years, with finances and cultural changes influencing when people choose to marry. The census also noted the differences in average marriage age among different states and genders.
Key Facts
- In 2023, the average age of marriage in the U.S. is 30.2 for men and 28.4 for women.
- New York, Massachusetts, California, and Connecticut have some of the oldest average marriage ages, all over 31.
- Utah has the youngest average marriage age: 26.8 for men and 25.2 for women.
- The age gap between men and women at marriage varies widely among states, such as Hawaii with a difference of over five years.
- Mississippi is unique with women marrying at a slightly older age (28.2) than men (27.6).
- The U.S. government, under President Trump's administration, is supporting marriage and families with over $100 million in grants for healthy marriages.
- The Department of Transportation is prioritizing areas with higher birth and marriage rates.
- Economic and cultural shifts have made marriage a "capstone" rather than a "cornerstone" event, with financial stability often a prerequisite.
