Dating Statistics 2023 – Surveys, Studies and Random Facts

After months of research, surveys and a lot of drama (still unfinished) I’ve put together the world’s largest list of dating statistics all in one page for my own amusement and hopefully yours too.

This page is organized in sections, under each section you will find the sources of the stats. Some of the data comes from our own in-house surveys of 11,443 USA adults between the age of 21 and 49.

Additionally to our surveys, the numbers on this page come from the study of 103 sources and millions of data points (I don’t know exactly what this word means but I think it means from the responses and analysis of millions of people across the 103 sources.).

We didn’t invent the wheel, although I am pretty sure it was my great-great-great-….-great-grandpa to do it, but we did the hard work to organize all the data in a neat way and we added our own survey results into the mix, my dear snorty friend.

Enjoy!

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Infidelity Statistics – How Common is Cheating?

They say that there’s only two sure things in life: Death and taxes. They’re wrong, however, because we’ve discovered that there are three: Death, taxes, and infidelity.

Yes, that’s right. Cheating. Doing the dirty. Playing away. Whatever you want to call it, this unfaithful pastime has been the subject of many movies, novels, plays and doomed relationships for centuries, and it looks like that’s never going to change.

No matter how much they might love someone, both men and women are very easily led by their genitals, and we’ve gathered the juiciest, most secret, and illicit facts and statistics, to help us answer one main question:

How common is cheating?

Key Infidelity Statistics

• Over 46% of couples have claimed they’ve had affairs.
• 74% of men and 68% of women admit they would cheat if there was no chance of being caught.
• Most affairs begin in the workplace, followed by the gym, on social media, and even in church!
• There are 8 main reasons why people cheat: Lack of love, anger, need for variety, situation or circumstance, self-esteem, low commitment, sexual desire, and neglect.
• Thailand is the country with the highest infidelity rate.
• Over 50% of the married population of Thailand admit to cheating at least once.
• Iceland has the lowest infidelity rate with only 9% admitting cheating.
• There are 7 types of affairs: Accidental, Avoidance, Philanderer, Entitlement, Split Self, Exit, and Sexual Addiction.
• There are also non-sexual forms of cheating: Micro cheating and emotional cheating.
• Cheaters are likely to fall into three main personality types: psychopaths, sociopaths, and lonely hearts.
• 71% of men also gave “boredom” as their main reason for cheating.
• Cheaters can encounter health issues: sleep problems, brain fog, stomach aches, hives, performance anxiety, flu-like symptoms, and loss of appetite.
• Most affairs last only 6 to 24 months.
• 42% of divorced people admitted to having more than one affair.
• The National Institutes of Health states that 88% of married couples separated due to infidelity.

How Common is it to Cheat on Someone?

I mean, it must be pretty common, right? We all know someone who’s done it, and celebrities seem to do it all the time … but let’s try to analyze this a bit deeper, shall we?

Let’s put on our white coats, step into our lascivious laboratory, look through our monogamy-hating microscope, and ask ourselves the following questions:

How often does the average person cheat? What percentage of boyfriends cheat? How common is it for a girl to cheat?

So many questions, so little time (Well, for you, anyway. We could talk about this stuff all day!).

Here are some stats that may surprise you, especially if you’re a cheater yourself, and currently feeling like the worst person in the world. (Oh, and this doesn’t excuse you, by the way … so don’t start feeling too good about yourself!)

• Over 46% of couples have claimed they’ve had affairs.
• Around 24% of married couples have stayed together after being subject to infidelity.
• 47.5% of post-cheating couples said they enforced new “relationship rules” afterwards
• 60% of marriages will involve at least one incident of cheating
• 74% of men and 68% of women admit they would cheat if there was no chance of being caught.
• 60% of extra-marital affairs begin with colleagues or close friends.
• Most affairs last an average of 2 years.
• 69% of unfaithful marriages end in separation.

What is the Most Common Cause of Infidelity?

When someone is caught cheating, their natural response is to come up with an excuse. In fact, it’s fairly common to use that old break-up classic “It’s not you, it’s me” and completely turn it on its head.

In other words: “It’s not me. It’s you!”

But is there a deeper reason for this kind of behavior? Is it backed up by science? Can we really excuse this kind of thing by resorting to statistics?

Well, maybe not, but at least we can give it a good try by asking these two questions:

What is the root cause of cheating? What are the 8 reasons people have affairs?

Yes, that’s right. If you’re looking for an excuse, there’s at least eight of them coming up in these juicy little stats we’ve prepared:

• An investigation of 495 people (87.9% heterosexual) at a USA university revealed 8 main reasons why people cheat.
• The reasons identified were lack of love, anger, need for variety, situation or circumstance, self-esteem, low commitment, sexual desire, and neglect.
• A person’s new object of desire can provide not only sexual relief, but also emotional and psychological support.
• 62.8% admitted that they expressed a great deal of affection to their new love interest.
• 61.2% admitted that there could often be sexually explicit chats involved.
• 37.6% admitted that their conversations could be very intimate.
• 11.1% found themselves saying “I love you”.

Where is Infidelity Most Common?

So, we’ve talked about “How?” We’ve talked about “Why?” So, let’s look at this from a different perspective, and talk about “Where?”

Every affair needs to start somewhere, right? In a very specific location. But hey, let’s not restrict our “Where?” questions to rooms, buildings, and online spaces.

Let’s take this worldwide, see what cheating looks like all over the globe, find out where infidelity is most prominent, and see if it shows up in some surprising places.

Imagine if Wally from “Where’s Wally?” was a cheating, philandering piece of crap, and we were following him around the planet, hunting him down like a dog. That’s basically what we’re going for here, as we ask these three very searching questions:

Where do most affairs happen? What country has the highest infidelity rate? What country has the lowest cheating rate?

Let’s get into the stats!

• Most affairs begin in the workplace, followed by the gym, on social media, and even in church!
• Thailand is the country with the highest infidelity rate.
• Over 50% of the married population of Thailand admit to cheating at least once.
• Denmark is in second place, where 46% of people admit to fooling around outside marriage.
• Italy and Germany share third place, with 45% admitting to infidelity.
• Several other countries have rates of over 40% including France, Belgium, and Norway.
• Iceland has the lowest infidelity rate with only 9% admitting cheating, and mostly with ex-partners.
• Greenland is almost as decent with an infidelity rate of only 12%.
• Ireland comes next, where a mere 15% admitted cheating, all with ex-partners.

What Are Some Common Types of Cheating?

Wait. What? There’s more than one kind of cheating?

Well, yeah, it’s not all the same for everyone, you know. There are more flavors of infidelity than flavors of ice-cream (and probably just as much licking involved) and one cheater can be very different to another.

We can’t tar them all with the same brush … although we do have permission to tar and feather them if we catch them in the act (and then parade them through the town naked, asking the locals to throw rotten fruit at them).

Anyway, strap yourself in, because we’re going to be examining a variety of different approaches to infidelity, as we ask ourselves these highly important questions:

What are the 7 types of affairs? What is Microcheating? What is emotional cheating texting?

Bring on the stats!

• There are generally considered to be 7 types of affairs: Accidental, Avoidance, Philanderer, Entitlement, Split Self, Exit, and Sexual Addiction.
• There are also considered to be a couple of non-sexual forms of cheating.
• Micro cheating is something that shares the dishonesty and secrecy of infidelity, without the physical intimacy.
• Micro cheating is hard to define, as the line between faithful and unfaithful is different for everyone.
• Micro cheating can include online flirting, messaging an ex-partner, or growing very friendly with a colleague, etc.
• Micro-cheating can eventually evolve into an intimate but non-sexual form of infidelity called “emotional cheating”.
• 35% of married women and 45% of married men admit to having emotional affairs.
• Couples under 30 are at a higher risk of becoming involved in emotional affairs.
• 3% of children are born due to cheating which developed from an emotional affair.
• Compared to men, twice as many women (88%) said they considered emotional infidelity to be worse than physical cheating.
• 48% of married guys suggest that “emotional dissatisfaction” was the main factor behind their cheating.
• When an emotional affair does turn into physical infidelity, it still takes at least a month for 3 out of 4 men to make the move.

What Type of Person is a Serial Cheater?

Things with the word “serial” in front of them are never good, are they?

“Serial killer” springs to mind, or “serial offender” and serial cheaters are probably just as hated (possibly even more so, if you happen to be the victim of one of them!).

After all, it’s hardly fair that these people keep getting away with things, is it? Even serial killers eventually end up with life in prison, or the death sentence, but the same certainly can’t be said for that smooth-talking SOB who seems to spend every waking moment trying to score.

But is there a mental reason behind this? And can constant cheating (or even cheating just once, for that matter) affect you in a physical way?

Well, we’re going to put on our stethoscope, ask you to recline on our psychiatrist’s couch, and ask these two questions:

What personality type cheats the most? What happens to your body when you cheat?

Here are some more stats!

• According to research, cheaters are likely to fall into three main personality types: psychopaths, sociopaths, and lonely hearts.
• Psychopaths are more likely to have a large amount of sex partners, due to being able to separate sex from love, and not being bothered by lying for long periods.
• Sociopaths can often have an “avoidant attachment” which makes it difficult for them to trust, rely, or get close to people, and therefore seek people who are less committed and intimate.
• Lonely hearts may feel their spouse is emotionally unavailable and look for solace in an affair.
• 71% of men also gave “boredom” as their main reason for cheating.
• Infidelity can also affect the cheater physically, due to a combination of stress, anxiety, and guilt
• Cheaters can encounter sleep problems, brain fog, stomach aches, hives, performance anxiety, flu-like symptoms, and loss of appetite.

How Long Do Cheating Relationships Last?

They say that “all good things must come to an end” … but the same can be said of bad things too.

Affairs, for instance, very rarely turn into long-term relationships … but why is that? Many cheaters clearly feel like they’re in love with their secret partner, even going as far as to say those three all-important words (I mean “I love you”, by the way, not “pass the lube”).

And so, as we wind this article to a close, we think it’s best to ask ourselves when, why, and how these temporary flings come to an end, with the following questions.

How do affairs usually end? What percent of relationships end in infidelity?

Here are some final philandering statistics!

• Most affairs last only 6 to 24 months.
• The “love hormone” oxycontin starts to drop around 9 to 18 months into the affair.
• In the early stages of an affair, each party is on their “best behavior”. As the couple get to know each other, the interest in each other naturally starts to wane.
• People who only see each other for short amounts of time don’t experience the boredom, routine, and stress of everyday life. This becomes the norm as the affair goes on.
• The American Psychological Association claims that cheating is the cause of 20% to 40% of divorce cases.
• 42% of people who’d been divorced also admitted to having more than one affair.
• The National Institutes of Health states that 88% of married couples separated due to infidelity.
• Compared to peoples in their fifties and sixties, those under thirty and over seventy were far less likely to separate due to cheating.
• A Gallup poll noted that over 50% of people said they would divorce their partner if they discovered they were cheating.
• 31% of married people would give a cheating partner a second chance before divorcing them.
• According to Psychology Today, there’s a much higher chance of women initiating divorce than men.

Sources

• psychcentral
• laintelligence
• tandfonline
• bloomlawoffice
• worldpopulationreview
• outragemag
• choosingtherapy
• time
• healthresearchfunding
• bustle
• mindbodygreen
• psychologytoday
• lovetoknow.com

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Relationship Breakup Statistics – How Common are Breakups?

What percentage of couples break up? How long do breakups last on average? In this article, we will delve into the facts and figures regarding breakups.

Breakups can be a difficult and painful experience for anyone to go through. Whether it’s a long-term relationship or a short-term, ending a romantic partnership can have a significant impact on one’s emotional and mental well-being.

By analyzing the data and statistics surrounding this topic, we can gain a better understanding of the complex nature of relationships and the factors that can contribute to a breakup.

Key Breakup Statistics

• 70% of straight unmarried couples end their relationship in the first year.
• 42% of long-distance relationships break up at some time.
• 58% of Americans believe breakups are messy and dramatic.
• Women are more likely than males to start a breakup.
• Most breakups happen on Mondays.
• 75% of Americans were dumped by their long-term partners.
• 53% of US couples get back together after a breakup
• 88% of Americans say it is mandatory to break up in person.
• It takes almost 3 months (11 weeks) to get over a breakup.
• 44% of Americans claim to have reunited with their ex-partner after breaking up with them.
• In America, 20% of people have cheated on their partners.
• 71% of people claim they still think about their ex-partner a lot.
• Many breakups happen on Christmas, April Fools, and Valentine’s day.
• For a couple that has been together for 10 years, only a 14.9% chance of breaking up remains.
• 2 years and 9 months is the average length of a relationship before a breakup.
• 37% of Americans cut all contact with their ex after a breakup.
• 28% of Americans think it neither benefits nor hurts to remain in contact with their ex after break up.

What Percentage of Couples Break Up?

70% of unmarried couples break up in the first year of the relationship. However, the percentage keeps reducing as the years pass by. At the 10-year mark, the percentage of breaking up is just 14.9%.

Moreover, people in a same-sex unmarried relationship have a 76% breakup chance in the 1st year. Likewise straight couples, their breakup percentage also reduces with time.

Here’s a breakdown of the relationship breakup statistics percentage.

• 76% of Same-sex unmarried couples have the highest chance of breakup in the first year.
• 70% of Straight unmarried couples have a chance of breakup in the first year.
• After 10 years, the chance of straight couples breaking up reduces to 14.9% and for same-sex couples, it becomes 10%.
• 5% of Straight-married couples have the chance of breaking up in the first year which is the lowest.
• 64% of Americans have experienced a breakup in a long-term relationship.
• 42% of long-distance relationships break up.

How Many Breakups Does the Average Person Have?

On average women would have 7 and men would have 8 relationships before finding “the one”. This means 7 and 8 breakups, respectively. However, you don’t need to have this many relationships before settling down.

Moreover, the number of breakups also varies according to region, culture, family background, and more.

Anyway, the following is what the breakup stats show.

• A woman has 7 breakups on average.
• Men have 8 breakups on average.
• Both men and women have 2 heartbreaks on average.
• Both men and women cheat one time and get cheated on one time.
• Women have 7 and men have 8 breakups on average.

What years are breakups most common?

Breakups are most likely to happen in the first year of the relationship. In fact, 70% of the relationships of straight unmarried couples end in the first year. Same-sex unmarried couples have a higher chance of the same happening.

Here’s a breakdown of years when the breakup is most and least likely to happen.

For straight unmarried Couples:

Years	% of Breakups
1	70
2	52
3	34
4	28
5	20
6	18
7	17
8	16
9	15

For same-sex unmarried couples:

Years	% of Breakups
1	0.76
2	0.61
3	0.42
4	0.28
5	0.21
6	0.18
7	0.15
8	0.12
9	0.1
10	0.1

For straight married couples:

Years	% Of Breakups
1-8	5
9-10	10

For same-sex married couples:

Years	% of Breakups
1-5	No data available
6	9
7	8
8	7
9	7
10	6

Why do couples break up after 10 years? There are various reasons. 64% of Americans have had a long-term relationship break up. People break up after a long relationship because of money problems, bad communication, cheating, no compromise, or other unresolved issues.

How Long Do Breakups Last on Average?

Many split-up couples reconcile after some time has passed according to breakup statistics. Here, the degree and cause of the breakup are important factors. For instance, a breakup due to infidelity takes longer to heal than one brought on by poor communication or other reasons.

How Long Do Most Relationships Last Before Breaking Up?

On average, a relationship would last for 2 years and 9 months. Young couples tend to break up more often than those in their late 30s and above. Moreover, people over 55 are the least likely to break up.

Following is the average length of a relationship before a breakup.

• Relationships last 2 years and 9 months on average.
• For the age group 18-34, relationships last 3 months on average.
• For the age group 35-54, relationships last 4 years and 2 months on average.
• For people aged 55+, relationships last 11 years and 10 months on average.

How Long Does it Take to Get Over a Breakup?

It takes close to 3 months to get over a breakup. Be that as it may, this can also vary for different people. Some might take more time in healing and a few would take even less.

While it takes 11 weeks to get over a breakup, the time to get over a divorce is much more. An average person takes 17 months and 26 days to recover from a marriage separation i.e. divorce.

Who is More Likely to End a Relationship?

Women are more likely to end a relationship than men. Here are a few statistics related to the topic:.

• 76% of women said they have broken up a relationship.
• 62% of men have ended a relationship with a women.
• Only 17% of women said they have never broken up in a relationship.
• 33% of men have said they have never broken up in a relationship.
• 67% of women had a former partner breaking up with them.
• 30% of men had a former partner breaking up with them.
• 30% of women were never broken up with in comparison to 12% of men.

Who Gets Over a Relationship Quicker?

Men tend to get over a relationship quicker according to multiple researches. The study by Binghamton University indicates that women feel more emotional and physical pain post-breakup. The reasons that were put forward for this were biological and evolutionary.

Both men and women rated their emotional and physical pain on a scale of 10 and following are the breakup statistics results.

• Women averaged 6.84 and men 6.58 for emotional pain after a breakup.
• Women averaged 4.21 and men 3.75 for physical pain after a breakup.

The research involved 5,705 participants from 96 countries.

What is the Most Common Date to Break up?

Surprisingly, breakups are very common on Valentine’s day. If there’s any misconception that no one gets heartbroken on the 13th of February then you are wrong.

• There’s a high chance of breakups happening on Valentine’s day, April Fool’s Day, and Christmas Day (also the two weeks prior to it).
• Most breakups happen on Mondays.
• Breakups are more likely to take place during spring and summer holidays.

What is the Most Socially Acceptable Way to Breakup?

Even after all the advancements in technology and the rise of social media, breaking up in person remains the most socially acceptable way. According to researchers, here are the ways people think are the best to inform someone about a breakup.

• 88% of Americans believe the most socially acceptable way to break up is by meeting in person.
• 51% of Americans also say it is okay to break up over the phone.
• 14% of Americans accept breaking up through text message, email, or private message on a social media site.

How Many Couples Get Back Together?

As many as 44% of Americans have returned to their ex at some point after breaking up. A huge chunk of people has done it more than once while the majority have done it only once.

Furthermore, Millennials and Generation X‘ers are more probable of getting back to their ex than other generations.

Here’s what the breakup statistics show.

• 21% of Americans have gotten back to their ex more than once.
• 23% of Americans have gotten back to their ex once.
• 47% of people never got back to their ex.
• 24% of Millenials and 25% of Generation X’ers have gotten back to their ex-partner more than once. While 24% of people from both generations got back to their ex only once.
• Only 12% and 15% of people from Gen Z got back to their ex more than once or once, respectively.
• 16% of Baby Boomers have gotten back together more than once and 21% of them have done it once.

How Many Couples Don’t Get Back Together After Breakup?

More people are not likely to get back to their ex-partners after a breakup. Of all the generations, couples from the Baby Boomers were the majority to not go back together after a breakup.

• 59% of Baby Boomers don’t go back together to their ex.
• 45% of Generation X’ers never got back to their ex.
• 37% and 36% of people from Millennials and Generation Z don’t get back to their ex.
• 47% of US couples don’t go back together after a breakup.

What Percentage of Breakups Are Due to Cheating?

Many breakups happen due to cheating and infidelity. Some people also admit their cheating in front of their partners while some tell their new partners about their previous infidelities.

The following breakup statistics show the percentage of breakups due to cheating.

• 85% of American relationships break up after someone admits to cheating.
• 20% of Americans cheated on their partner at some point.
• 34% of Americans thought about cheating while in a relationship.
• 47% of Americans who cheat in a relationship admit it within one week in front of their partners.
• 76% of Americans told their partners about their old infidelities.

What Happens After a Breakup?

People fancy cutting all contact with their ex after a breakup. However, several people do remain in contact with their ex. People aged 18-29 are more likely to shut down all relations after a breakup.

Here’s what breakup statistics show.

• 37% of people cut all contact with their ex.
• 40% of people remain in contact with their ex after a breakup.
• 54% of people aged 18-29 cut all contact with their ex after a breakup.
• 18% of people believe it’s very harmful to remain in contact with your ex after a breakup.
• 3% of people believe it is much more beneficial to remain in contact with your ex.
• 28% of people think it doesn’t hurt nor helps to remain in contact with your ex post-breakup.

Sources

• Pew Research Center
• 100 Adult Interviews
• Taylor & Francis
• Stanford University
• YouGov
• Binghamton University

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Promiscuity Statistics – Average Number of Sexual Partners

Does the average person have 7 sexual partners? What culture is most promiscuous? Is 12 sexual partners a lot?

The average number of partners varies by age, location, and gender, but there is no such thing as a normal amount. Having a high body count can add to the image of being promiscuous, but the stigma surrounding promiscuity is different between locations and generations.

Let’s dive in!

Key Promiscuity Statistics

• 6.4 is the average number of sexual partners for men
• 7 is the average number of sexual partners for women
• 16.8 is the average number of sexual partners in New York
• 8% of people say that they’d end a relationship if their partner had sex with too few partners.
• 30% of people say that they’d end a relationship if their partner had sex with too many partners.
• Men believe that having more than 10 sexual partners would make a woman seem promiscuous.
• 2% of women from any orientation have had more than 50 sexual partners.
• 16% of people have only had one sexual partner in the span of their lifetime.
• 5 sexual partners is the average number for college students.
• 31% of sexually active people say that they have had overlapping sexual partners.
• In the LGBTQ community, gay men reported having an average of 30 sexual partners.
• The number of sexual partners from men was double the women’s count due to men inflating their numbers and women worried their real number was too high.

What Is The Average Number Of Sexual Partners?

It turns out that the number of sexual partners changes when you look at the type of sex as well, because the numbers for oral, vaginal, and anal sex partners vary.

• The average number of oral sex partners is 8.5
  • 2.4% of people reported that they had more than 50 oral sex partners
• The average number of vaginal sex partners is 11.4
  • 3.9% of people reported that they had more than 50 vaginal sex partners
• The average number of anal sex partners is 2.1
  • 3.6% of people reported that they had more than 15 anal sex partners

How many sexual partners has the average man had?

• 6.4 is the average number of sexual partners for straight men

How many sexual partners is average for a woman?

• 7 is the average number of sexual partners for straight women

How Often Do People Lie About Their Number?

Men have been found to inflate their sexual body count to inflate their own egos, and women seem to say that their number is much lower than it is due to not wanting to come across as promiscuous.

While this pattern is slowly starting to die out, it is still a stigma that surrounds the courting process, and it leads to issues when the real number comes out.

• 41.3% of men lie about their sexual partner count.
• 32.6% of women lie about their sexual partner count.
• 5.8% of women increase and decrease their sexual partner count.
• 10.1% of men increase and decrease their sexual partner count.

Average Number Of Sexual Partners For Each Generation

Many people believe that the younger generations have amassed the biggest numbers when it comes to sexual partners, but that’s not necessarily the case.

Looking at the average number between each generation, it looks like the difference isn’t as big as one might think.

• The average sexual body count for Baby Boomers is 10.7 sexual partners.
  • The average sexual partners for women is 7.4
  • The average sexual partners for men is 12.9
• The average sexual body count for Generation X is 13.1 sexual partners.
  • The average sexual partners for women is 10.1
  • The average sexual partners for men is 16.1
• The average sexual body count for Millennials is 11.6 sexual partners.
  • The average sexual partners for women is 10.8
  • The average sexual partners for men is 13.4
• The average sexual body count for Generation Z is 5.6 sexual partners.
  • The average sexual partners for women is 2.6
  • The average sexual partners for men is 7.6

Which Country is the Most Promiscuous?

The number of average sexual partners definitely changes depending on location, and the differences are considerably large.

While some countries are more conservative in their marriage and sexual laws, other countries are extremely liberal and welcome the practice of multiple partners.

• The average amount of sexual partners in Turkey is 14.5
• The average amount of sexual partners in Australia is 13.3
• The average amount of sexual partners in New Zealand is 13.2
• The average amount of sexual partners in Iceland is 13
• The average amount of sexual partners in South Africa is 12.5
• The average amount of sexual partners in Finland is 12.4
• The average amount of sexual partners in Norway is 12.1

Average Number Of Sexual Partners by State

While the USA didn’t make it onto the list of highest country averages, that doesn’t mean that the individual states didn’t have their own statistics to go off of.

According to our own in-house survey the states on this list actually have higher averages than all of the countries with the highest numbers.

• The average amount of sexual partners in New York is 16.8
• The average amount of sexual partners in Washington is 16.5
• The average amount of sexual partners in California is 16.2
• The average amount of sexual partners in New Jersey is 16.1
• The average amount of sexual partners in Georgia is 15.5
• The average amount of sexual partners in Texas is 15.1
• The average amount of sexual partners in Maryland is 14.9
• The average amount of sexual partners in Kansas is 13.7
• The average amount of sexual partners in Michigan is 13.5
• The average amount of sexual partners in Florida is 12.2

What Is The Average Number Of Sexual Partners For Homosexuals?

The average number of sexual partners typically varies depending on what values we look at, but the homosexual community seems pretty close to heterosexual numbers.

According to a study, while the average seems to be close to the general average, the homosexual community seems to have even more people with a higher average.

• 52% of homosexuals have between 0-10 lifetime sexual partners.
• 22% of homosexuals have between 11-30 lifetime sexual partners.
• 17% of homosexuals have between 31-100 lifetime sexual partners.
• 10% of homosexuals have over 100 lifetime sexual partners.

What Kind Of Sex Counts As Having A Sexual Partner?

When it comes to sexual body counts, some people feel the need to only count certain encounters instead of every individual one.

While most people only count traditional sexual encounters, others don’t seem to count some of those if certain conditions aren’t met.

• 59.8% of people only count penetrative sex.
• 43.2% of people count penetrative and non-penetrative sex.
• 15.7% of people don’t count hookups if they don’t orgasm.

Do You Have To Tell Someone How Many Sexual Partners You’ve Had?

When talking to a potential partner, the question of ‘what someone’s sexual body count is’ gets asked quite a bit, but that doesn’t mean you have to tell them.

In fact, quite a few people lie about their numbers or don’t disclose that information at all when talking to someone.

• 11.6% of men don’t discuss how many sexual partners they’ve had
• 10.3% of women don’t discuss how many sexual partners they’ve had
• 35% of women want to know how many people their significant other had as sexual partners
• 30% of men want to know how many people their significant other had as sexual partners

How Many Partners Is Too Much?

Everyone believes that there’s a magic number that is set as a guideline for how many lovers is too much, but there isn’t a “normal” number at all.

It turns out that quite a few people actually think that they’re number is already too high, but this is based on their own self reflection.

• 40% of women believe that their sexual partner count is too high.
• 21.8% of men believe that their sexual partner count is too high.

Is It Possible To Be Too ‘Conservative’ or ‘Promiscuous’?

Most of the time when talking about previous sexual partners, people focus on whether or not someone has had too many lovers.

The other side of the spectrum is crucial to observe as well since some people don’t want to be with someone that’s too conservative.

• 30% of people ended their relationship when their partner had too many sexual partners.
  • Women say that an average of 15.2 partners is too promiscuous.
  • Men say that an average of 14 partners is too promiscuous.
• 8% of people ended their relationship when their partner had too few sexual partners.
  • Women say that an average of 1.9 partners is too conservative.
  • Men say that an average of 2.3 partners is too conservative.

When Should You Discuss Your Sexual History With Your Partner?

In relationships that are open about their sexual past, it seems to be a big question of when they should open up about the topic.

Some people believe that it’s the best idea to open up early on so that you can discuss the possibility of STIs, and some people are too scared to talk about it.

• Over 30% of people believe that you should talk about previous sexual partners within the first month.
• 81% of people believe that you should talk about previous sexual partners within the first eight months.

Is It Healthy To Have Multiple Sexual Partners?

With a higher amount of sexual partners comes the greater risk of contracting and STI or other ailments.

Many people believe that this is the main reason that one should always be truthful with their sexual body count when speaking to a new partner.

• Having 10 or more sexual partners will greatly increase your risk for a cancer diagnosis
  • Cervical cancer
  • Mouth cancer
  • Anal cancer
  • Penile cancer
  • Prostate cancer
• Males with 20 sexual partners were at a higher risk of getting prostate cancer.

Are People With More Sexual Partners Happier?

One might think that a higher body count would mean a happier life, but a higher body count can also have a negative effect on one’s relationships.

While more sexual partners isn’t the only factor when it comes to happiness, it definitely adds or detracts for some people.

• Couples who only sleep with their partners in their lifetime, are more likely to be happy in their marriage.
• Women who have slept with 6-10 people are the least satisfied in their marriages.

How Many Dates Before Having Sex?

Everyone has their own personal standard for how many dates it would take before sleeping with someone, and that number varies from person to person.

One of the most obvious divisions is male versus female, but the gap might not be as big as you’d think.

• 47.9% of people in relationships wait a few weeks before having sex .
• 35% of people in relationships have sex either on the first date or the first few dates.
  • Men typically wait 5 dates before having sex.
  • Women typically wait 9 dates before having sex.

There may not be a perfect number when it comes to sexual partners, but each person has their limit and preferences.

The best way to find out is to simply ask and be open about it, and it looks as though quite a few people prefer to know before doing anything else with anyone.

Sources

• Cdc
• Springer
• Umich
• Superdrug
• Who
• Statista
• Norc

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Are open marriages becoming more popular? How many open relationships fail? Do men want open relationships more than women?

We spent days reading and collecting open marriage and relationship statistics. We’ve collected all the scientific data, stats, and facts to answer all these questions for you.

Let’s dive in!

Open Relationship & Open Marriage Statistics (Top Picks):

• 4% of Americans are in an open relationship (consensual non-monogamy)
• 8% of Americans report having cheated (non-consensual non-monogamy)
• 20% of Americans claim to have been in a non-monogamous relationship at least once in their life
• 67% of American women would break up with their man if he asked them to be in an open relationship.
• 46% of American men would break up with their woman if she asked the same question.
• Millennials are the most interested in open relationships, with a 41% rate. Followed by 29% of Gen Z, 23% of Gen X, and 12% of Boomers.
• 52% of people that identify as LGBTQ are interested in an open relationship compared to 39% of heterosexuals.
• People in open relationships get tested for STIs more often than people in monogamous relationships.
• Monogamous and non-monogamous individuals report similar levels of attachment avoidance, stress, and feelings of being lonely.
• Women and men in open relationships are happier in their everyday life than their monogamous counterparts, but less happy in their marriages.
• People in consensual non-monogamous relationships use contraceptive methods more than couples in monogamous relationships or people who cheat.
• Consensually non-monogamous individuals have an average of 6.41 sexual partners in their lifetime compared to the 3.86 average of monogamous.
• 6 USA states have fornication laws that make sex outside marriage illegal (not enforced).
• 18 USA states have adultery laws that make open marriages illegal (not enforced).

How Many Americans Have Open Marriages or Relationships?

What percentage of people are in open relationships? How many couples have an open relationship? How common are open marriages?

Open marriage and open relationships data are aggregated. There are no studies that differentiate between the two.

Let’s find out:

• • 4% of Americans are in open relationships (consensual non-monogamy) compared to 8% of US adults who claim to have cheated (non-consensual non-monogamy)
  • 1% of Americans (50+ years old) claim to have been in an open relationship at least once in their life.
  • 38% of lesbian, gay, and bisexual (non-heterosexual) individuals have engaged in either non-consensual or consensual non-monogamy, mostly in the form of open relationships.
  • A different study reports the percentage of Americans that engaged in consensual non-monogamy at least once in their life as high as 20%

Why Do People Want to Be in Open Relationships?

Why do people want open marriages? Why are so many people in open relationships now?

• The main reasons for people to choose open relationships are the sense of excitement, sexual satisfaction, and overall happiness they hope to derive from it.
• Other reasons for people to desire open relationships:
  • They think it will bring more joy and happiness
  • They think it will bring more pleasure and orgasms
  • Partners have mismatched libido
  • They believe they can love more than one person at once

What Percent of Open Marriages End in Divorce?

Do open marriages last? What percentage of open relationships work? What percentage of open marriages are successful? Do open relationships fail more?

Let’s look at the numbers:

• Some research suggests that 92% of open marriages end up in failure.
• 55% of US adults claim that they would break up with their partner if they wanted to be in an open relationship (consensual non-monogamous).
• 67% of American women claim they would leave their man if they expressed their request. 46% of men would break up with their woman for the same request.
• The southern region (USA) has the lowest tolerance for open relationships with 60% of adults claiming they would leave their partners for it:
  • 60% South region (lowest tolerance for open relationships)
  • 58% West region
  • 55% Midwest region
  • 49% Northeast region

• 71% of adults aged over 50 would leave their partner if they wanted a consensually non-monogamous relationship.

Do Men Want Open Relationships?

Do men want open relationships more than women?

We have already seen how many people are already in open relationships/marriages.

Let’s take a look at how many people would like to be in one according to a recent poll organized by YouGov in 2021:

• 68% of Americans said they would not be interested in an open relationship
• 26% of US adults said they would be interested, 6% said they don’t know
• 32% of men claimed to be very interested in open relationships compared to 19% of women
• 30% of married men claimed to be very interested in open marriage compared to 21% of married women

Full data:

• Men:
  • 32% – Very interested / Somewhat interested
  • 61% – Not at all interested / Not very interested
  • 7% – Don’t know
• Women:
  • 19% – Very interested / Somewhat interested
  • 74% – Not at all interested / Not very interested
  • 6% – Don’t know
• Married Men:
  • 30% – Very interested / Somewhat interested
  • 65% – Not at all interested / Not very interested
  • 5% – Don’t know
• Women:
  • 21% – Very interested / Somewhat interested
  • 75% – Not at all interested / Not very interested
  • 4% – Don’t know

Interest in Open Marriages by Age

Millennials are the most interested in having a consensually non-monogamous relationship (or open relationship).

Millennials have the highest interest (41%) in open relationships, with Millennial men more interested (45%) than Millennial women (35%) in having a non-monogamous consensual relationship.

Here is how different generations compare:

• US adults:
  • 26% – Very interested / Somewhat interested
  • 68% – Not at all interested / Not very interested
  • 6% – Don’t know
• Baby Boomers (born 1955 – 1964):
  • 12% – Very interested / Somewhat interested
  • 84% – Not at all interested / Not very interested
  • 4% – Don’t know
• Gen X (born 1965 – 1980):
  • 23% – Very interested / Somewhat interested
  • 72% – Not at all interested / Not very interested
  • 5% – Don’t know
• Millennials (born 1982 – 1996):
  • 41% – Very interested / Somewhat interested
  • 50% – Not at all interested / Not very interested
  • 9% – Don’t know
• Gen Z (born 1997 and later):
  • 29% – Very interested / Somewhat interested
  • 59% – Not at all interested / Not very interested
  • 12% – Don’t know

Interest in Open Marriages by Sexual Orientation

We have seen the interest of US adults of different ages in open relationships, now let’s focus on interest based on sexual orientation.

46% of Americans that identify as LGBTQ have stated an interest in open relationships, compared to the 22% interest by heterosexual Americans.

The highest percentage of US adults that identify as LGBTQ and that are interested in having an open relationship is mostly LGBTQ Millennials (52%)

• Americans that identify as LGBTQ and are interested in open relationships (consensual non-monogamous relationships)
  • 52% – LGBTQ Millennials (born 1982 – 1996)
  • 42% – LGBTQ Gen Z (born 1997 and later)
  • 43% – LGBTQ Gen X (born 1965 – 1980)
  • 30% – LGBTQ Baby Boomers (born 1955 – 1964)

Putting together all data across different generations and sexual orientations:

• US adults
  • Heterosexuals:
    • 41% – Very interested / Somewhat interested
    • 50% – Not at all interested / Not very interested
    • 9% – Don’t know
  • Lesbian, gay, bisexual, or other
    • 29% – Very interested / Somewhat interested
    • 59% – Not at all interested / Not very interested
    • 12% – Don’t know
• Generation Z
  • Heterosexuals:
    • 26% – Very interested / Somewhat interested
    • 62% – Not at all interested / Not very interested
    • 12% – Don’t know
  • Lesbian, gay, bisexual, or other
    • 42% – Very interested / Somewhat interested
    • 50% – Not at all interested / Not very interested
    • 8% – Don’t know
• Millennials
  • Heterosexuals:
    • 38% – Very interested / Somewhat interested
    • 54% – Not at all interested / Not very interested
    • 8% – Don’t know
  • Lesbian, gay, bisexual, or other
    • 52% – Very interested / Somewhat interested
    • 40% – Not at all interested / Not very interested
    • 8% – Don’t know
• Generation X
  • Heterosexuals:
    • 20% – Very interested / Somewhat interested
    • 75% – Not at all interested / Not very interested
    • 5% – Don’t know
  • Lesbian, gay, bisexual, or other
    • 43% – Very interested / Somewhat interested
    • 52% – Not at all interested / Not very interested
    • 5% – Don’t know
• Baby Boomers
  • Heterosexuals:
    • 11% – Very interested / Somewhat interested
    • 86% – Not at all interested / Not very interested
    • 4% – Don’t know
  • Lesbian, gay, bisexual, or other
    • 30% – Very interested / Somewhat interested
    • 66% – Not at all interested / Not very interested
    • 3% – Don’t know

Data from YouGov 2021 is based on a survey of 23,194 US adults 18+.

Are Open Relationships Healthy?

Is an open marriage healthy? Are open relationships toxic? How healthy are open relationships?

It turns out that open relationships are just as healthy as monogamous relationships.

Let’s take a look at what science says:

• US adults engaging in non-monogamous consensual relationships report the same levels of sexual satisfaction as their monogamous counterparts.
• Open relationships appear to be as robust, healthy, and satisfactory as monogamous relationships, according to a survey of 348 people conducted through M Turk (sources below).
• The psychological and emotional mechanisms that affect relational and sexual satisfaction are similar for both consensual non-monogamous and monogamous individuals.

What Do Psychologists Think of Open Relationships?

Ok, they show the same level of sexual satisfaction, but what do psychologists think?

• Individuals in open marriages/relationships show the same levels of loneliness, attachment avoidance, and stress as monogamous individuals.
• Individuals in open marriages/relationships showed a lower level of psychological stress compared to people in other types of relationships.

Very different data for one-sided non-monogamous relationships!

• Individuals in one-sided open relationships showed higher stress levels (psychological stress, attachment avoidance) compared to people with monogamous or consensually non-monogamous relationships.
• Individuals in one-sided non-monogamous relationships showed drug and drinking abuse in the 2 months prior to the research.

Here are the full results of the test (Hangen, Crasta, and Rogge, 2019):

Psychological distress, loneliness, and attachment avoidance were measured on a scale from 1 to 4:

• 1= never
• 2= rarely
• 3= sometimes
• 4= always

Outcomes:

• Monogamy:
  • Attachment avoidance – 2.37
  • Loneliness – 2.31
  • Psychological distress – 2.29
  • Heavy drinking/drug use – 12.70%

• Open Relationships
  • Attachment avoidance – 2.25
  • Loneliness – 2.34
  • Psychological distress – 2.24
  • Heavy drinking/drug use – 15.70%

• Partially-Open Relationships
  • Attachment avoidance – 3.01
  • Loneliness – 3.04
  • Psychological distress – 2.70
  • Heavy drinking/drug use – 37.50%

• One-sided Open Relationships
  • Attachment avoidance – 3.06
  • Loneliness – 2.79
  • Psychological distress – 2.44
  • Heavy drinking/drug use – 34.10%

• People in open relationships display similar levels of STIs as the general population. This result was probably due to the safety measures taken.
• STI History among Non-monogamous individuals
  • Tested for STIs – 77.5%
  • Diagnosed with an STI? – 20.1%
  • Positive for chlamydia – 10.2%
  • Positive for gonorrhea – 1.1%
  • Positive for syphilis – 1.1%
  • Positive for herpes – 3.2%
  • Positive for hepatitis – 1.1%
  • Positive for trichomoniasis – 2.2%
  • Positive for HPV – 7.0%
  • Positive for HIV – 0.5%

Are Open Couples Happier?

The previous studies showed that being in an open relationship is equivalent to being in a monogamous relationship in terms of psychological health. But what about happiness?

Does being in an open relationship bring more happiness or stress to the individual? Who is more jealous and who has a better connection?

According to the studies below it seems that monogamous couples are slightly happier.

• People in monogamous relationships are happier than people in non-monogamous relationships. (Monogamous rated their happiness 4.45 out of 7 versus 3.99 out of 7 for non-monogamous). (Levine et al., 2018)
• People in monogamous relationships have higher sexual satisfaction (3.62 out of 5) than people in non-exclusive relationships (3.17 out of 5). (Levine et al., 2018)
• 50 bisexual women in open relationships revealed that their marriage somewhat improved after they started consensual non-monogamy. (Dixon, 1985)
• 80% of women in consensual non-monogamous relationships claim their compatibility with their husbands to be excellent or good, and 76% claim to be sexually satisfied. (Avvo, 2016)

Here it gets interesting:

• Married older men (55+) in a monogamous relationship were found to be happier than their non-monogamous counterparts. (Fleckenstein and Cox, 2015).
• Married older women (55+) in monogamous relationships were found to be less happy than their non-monogamous counterparts. (Fleckenstein and Cox, 2015).
• Monogamously married men were reported to be happier than men in open marriages, while monogamous married women were reported to be less happy than women in open marriages. (Fleckenstein and Cox, 2015).
• Happiness in marriage: 1 = Not Too Happy, 2 = Pretty Happy, 3 = Very Happy.
  • Open relationships/marriages
    • Total – 2.52 (Pretty Happy)
    • Males – 2.50 (Pretty Happy)
    • Females – 2.56 (Pretty Happy)
  • General public
    • Total – 2.59 (Pretty Happy)
    • Males – 2.66 (Pretty Happy)
    • Females – 2.53 (Pretty Happy)

(Fleckenstein and Cox, 2015)

What is the Surprising Truth About Open Marriages?

• Monogamously married men were reported to be happier than men in open marriages, while monogamous married women were reported to be less happy than non-monogamous women in open marriages.
• According to a study published in 2019, non-monogamous consensual couples live under the same roof more often than monogamous couples.
• Older people (55+) in open relationships reported a higher level of happiness than the general population.

What Are the Risks of an Open Relationship?

Is there jealousy in an open relationship? What are the risks?

One risk of being in a non-monogamous relationship is the safety factor. After all, engaging with multiple sexual partners increases the risk of STIs.

• Swingers have the highest rate of STIs compared to the general public according to a study.

But it turns out that individuals in non-exclusive relationships are more careful than individuals in monogamous relationships.

Here’s what the data says:

• Non-monogamous individuals are more likely to use condoms and test for STIs than monogamous individuals. (Levine et al., 2018)

Full data about STI testing and condom usage organized by relationship type over the previous 6 months:

• 7% of monogamous individuals had an STI test.
• 17% of open-relationship individuals had an STI test.
• 14% of non-consensual non-monogamy individuals (cheating) had an STI test.

HIV test (previous 6 months):

• 8% of monogamous individuals had an HIV test
• 16% of open-relationship individuals had an HIV test
• 15% of non-consensual non-monogamy individuals (cheating) had an HIV test

Condom usage vaginal sex (previous 6 months):

• 1.46 out 10 times monogamous individuals used a condom
• 3.43 out of 10 times open-relationship individuals used a condom
• 1.94 out of 10 times cheating individuals (NCNM) used a condom

Condom usage anal sex (previous 6 months):

• 1.78 out 10 times monogamous individuals used a condom
• 4.60 out of 10 times open-relationship individuals used a condom
• 1.23 out of 10 times cheating individuals (NCNM) used a condom

NCNM = Non Consensual Non Monogamous.

(Levine et al., 2018)

What Are the Disadvantages of an Open Marriage?

What might be the cons of having an open marriage? What are the disadvantages of open relationships?

There are a lot of opinions about open relationships both for and against them. In this section, we will take a look at the risks and benefits of open relationships.

• 80% of people in open relationships face jealousy. (Wilkie, 2020)
• Jealousy leads to frustration, dissatisfaction, and even abusive behavior. (Doll, 2021)

• Disadvantages of open relationships and open marriages:
  • High risk of jealousy, stress, mental health, and self-esteem issues
  • Emotional pain by knowing your partner is spending intimate time with someone else
  • Chance of developing a loss of libido or an addiction to sex
  • Higher risk of contracting an STI
  • Risk of pregnancy by a secondary partner

(Fournier, 2021)

How Many Partners Do They Have?

• Non-monogamous men and women were also more likely to have concurrent partners during the same period. (Lehmiller, 2015)
• Non-monogamous US adults have had an average of 3.24 sexual partners in the previous 6 months compared to 0.61 of their monogamous counterparts.

As expected people in non-monogamous relationships (non-exclusive relationships) have more sexual partners than people in monogamous relationships.

Let’s find out more:

• Adults in open relationships (non-exclusive consensual relationships) reported an average of 6.41 lifetime partners compared to monogamous persons, who had an average of 3.8 sexual partners in their lifetime. Note that the standard deviation was high for both groups, which means the data is very spread out (above or below the average). (Lehmiller, 2015)
• Married individuals in open marriages have been with an average of 3.37 sexual partners versus 0.86 of the general public (all married individuals).
• Women in open relationships had sex with an average of 3.08 partners compared to 0.49 average of women in the general public.
• Men in open relationships had sex with an average of 3.37 partners compared to the 0.77 average of men in the general public.
• Divorced people in open relationships had sex with an average of 3.22 partners compared to the 0.56 average of men in the general public.

Why Are People Against Open Marriages?

We know well that some people are pro and some are against open marriages. This often comes down to a moral issue and prejudice.

But let’s see what the studies say:

• 49% of US adults say if they were single they would never date a married person
• 40% of US men say they would never date a married woman
• 59% of US women say they would never date a married men
• 56% of US adults are against open marriages
• 64% of American women are against open marriages and relationships
• 47% of American men are against open marriages and relationships
• People in the south region of the USA are the most against them
  • South region – 60% of people are against open relationships
  • Midwest region – 58% of people are against open relationships
  • West region – 53% of people are against open relationships
  • Northeast region – 49% of people are against open relationships
• 69% of single US adults over 50 years old are morally against open relationships

(Avvo, 2016)

The majority of people are against open relationships but why? Here’s the data according to one worldwide survey. (Conley et al.)

• The main reasons against open relationships are jealousy, moral inferiority, and the risks of STIs.
• Participants were asked to rate the reasons why they believed a monogamous relationship is better. Here’s what they found:
  • Monogamous relationships build trust – 3.00
  • They provide connection and closeness – 2.95
  • It’s socially acceptable in our society – 2.90
  • They promote a sense of respect – 2.78
  • You can rely on them – 2.76
  • They increase physical safety – 2.58
  • Provides stability to those involved in the relationship – 2.54
  • Prevents jealousy – 2.53
  • Is morally superior to other relationships – 2.30
  • Prevents the spread of STDs/STIs – 2.12

Is it adultery in an open marriage?

Yes, and it’s illegal in 18 USA states (Wisconsin, Kansas, New York, Idaho, Arizona, Michigan, Mississippi, Oklahoma, Georgia, South Carolina, North Dakota, Illinois, Utah, Virginia, Minnesota, Florida, Massachusetts, and Alabama). These 18 states have Adultery laws, which you break if you’re married and have sex with another person other than your spouse.

6 USA states (Illinois, Mississippi, Idaho, Utah, Massachusetts, and South Carolina) even have Fornication laws, which make sex outside marriage illegal.

None of the two above are enforced, so don’t worry young people reading this before a date, you will be fine.

Sources

• PubMed
• Avvo
• ResearchGate
• VeryWellMind
• PubMed
• Avvo
• PubMed
• E-counseling
• YouGov Poll
• The University of Michigan
• CNN
• PubMed
• Healthline
• Salon
• Sage Journals
• Taylor & Francis Online

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Best US City For Dirty Weekend – According to Statistics [2023]

Some people look for love, while others look for nothing more than a good time.

And when most people think about having a good time in the United States, we usually think of Vegas. After all, it’s not named Sin City for nothing.

But Vegas isn’t the only place to have a good time in America. So what is the best city in the U.S. for a dirty weekend?

Let’s find out!

Key Stats

• In the U.S., Las Vegas is the place where the most infidelity occurs.
• There are at least 20 brothels in Nevada.
• 42% of New York women aren’t married
• In New York City’s Upper East Village, there are two young single women per young single man.
• People in Miami have sex 177 times per year.
• 68% of Miami residents say they’re adventurous in bed.
• 37% of all people in Miami are likely to be single.
• San Francisco is also one of the best places for gay men to hook up. The gay male population in San Francisco has risen by more than 19.4% since 2014.
• Squirrel Creek Lodge, located just outside Denver, Colorado, is home to a 50,000-person swingers club.
• Portland, Oregon, has been ranked one of the country’s most promiscuous cities.
• Atlanta has a $290 million per year industry for sex work. The United States’ most significant market for paid sex.
• Miami is considered one of the best locations in the U.S. for picking up girls.
• There are more than a million sex workers in the U.S.

Where Are The Easiest U.S. Cities To Get Laid?

So now we’ve covered some of the top cities in the U.S. for a dirty weekend, but what about the cities with the most casual sex seekers?

• Portland, Seattle, and Pittsburgh are the country’s most promiscuous cities.
• Atlanta, Georgia, has one of the country’s biggest sex markets, churning over more than $290 million USD per year from solicited sex.
• Miami, Las Vegas, and Los Angeles have been ranked together as the easiest cities in the U.S. for picking up girls.
• Texas is the home to two of the cities having the most sex in America.

Top 5 Best U.S. Cities For A Dirty Weekend

When it comes to the best cities for a dirty weekend, it all depends on what you’re into.

Miami might be your best bet if you’re into roaming a shoreline for beach babes (or boys).

But if you’re looking for gamblin’ hoochies, business ladies, or swinging ski bunnies, your time might be better spent elsewhere.

So what is the best U.S. city to visit if you’re looking for a dirty weekend?

#1 – Las Vegas, Nevada – The City Of Sin

Las Vegas was designed as a tourist destination. And because of that, it is indeed one of the best places in the U.S. to party, eat great food, gamble, and have a dirty ol’ time.

Sin City has some of the largest hotels and the swankiest casinos in the world. Who wouldn’t like to have a good time in Vegas?

It’s a well-known fact that what happens in Vegas stays in Vegas. But what else should you know about the City of Sin?

• Las Vegas is the #1 U.S. city where people cheat on their partners.
• Just under 50% of the population of Las Vegas is female. So for any guys looking to hook up, the odds are slightly in your favor in Sin City.
• 8% of people who have had a hookup in Vegas say a friend was motivating them to hook up.

Is There A Red Light District In Las Vegas?

• Even though you’ll see prostitutes and sex workers everywhere in Vegas, prostitution is illegal in Clark Country, Nevada.
• The State of Nevada allows counties with fewer than 700,000 residents to run brothels, and there are at least 20 legal brothels in operation. None are in Las Vegas.

#2 – New York City, New York – More Singles Women Than Men

Known as the Big Apple, New York City has a lot to offer.

For example, you can visit the Statue of Liberty, the Empire State Building, and the Queensboro Bridge…

Or, you can visit the Big Apple for a dirty time.

And if that’s what you have in mind, you’ll be glad to know the following information about New York City.

• 42% of New York women have never been married. That doesn’t mean they’re all single, but it does mean that men have a fighting chance at hooking up with one.
• 46% of New York men aren’t married. So, ladies, the odds are in your favor!
• 13% of New York women are separated or divorced. Good to know if you’re looking to pick up a cougar or MILF.
• 9% of New York men are separated or divorced.
• Fewer than 10% of men and women between the ages of 20 and 24 are married.
• Only 23% of men and women in East Village are married, leaving the other 77% available.
• Young single women outnumber single men 2 to 1 in the Upper East Village.
• There are roughly 1.7 young single men in Jackson Heights for every woman.

#3 – Miami, Florida – Do You Have The Stamina?

Whether you’re looking for a beach babe or a beach boy, Miami is one of the sexiest destinations to have a good time.

• As of 2022, the ratio of men and women in Miami-Dade county was 50.14% female to 48.86% male.
• There’s a little more than one woman for every man in the county.
• Miami holds the title of one of the best-rated sex capitals of the U.S. So maybe that’s why they call it the Magic City.
• A survey from 2012 said Miamians have sex an average of 177 times a year. The record for having the most sex in the country!
• 68% of Miami residents responded to a survey claiming to consider themselves adventurous in bed.
• Miami has four bars and establishments per 1000 people in the city.
• An estimated 37% of people in Miami are single.

#4 – San Francisco, California – The Gay Man’s Best Friend

San Francisco is one of the world’s hottest destinations for college students, younger adults, and gay men looking for a dirty weekend.

• Most people in the Golden City are younger adults and college students between 25 and 34.
• One survey of more than 200 San Franciscans found that the average person living in the city has had at least 30 sex partners in their life.
• The same study showed that most people in San Francisco were the least likely to believe in saving your virginity for marriage.
• San Francisco is one of the best destinations if you’re a man looking for another man.
• Since 2014, the population of gay men in San Francisco has risen by a whopping 19.4%.

#5 – Aspen, Colorado – Calling All Swingers

Aspen is one of the world’s premiere destinations for skiing and snowboarding.

So if you’re looking for some of the world’s most renowned mountain runs to shred, and a hot, dirty weekend, you’ll be glad to know these sizzling stats about Aspen, Colorado.

• The sex ratio of Aspen, Colorado is 47.87% female compared to 52.13%. So for the ladies looking for a good time, the odds of a successful hookup in Aspen are in your favor.
• Aspen is one of the safest places to hook up in Colorado.
• As of January 2023, there was only one registered sex offender per 3,509 residents in the city. This is considerably lower than the current state average.
• Squirrel Creek Lodge, located just a few hours away from Aspen, is home to a 50,000-person swingers club.

Sources

• NBC Bay Area
• Reason.com
• Good Morning America
• Creative Loafing Tampa Bay
• City-Data
• Worldpopulationreview.com
• Reason.com
• The Denver Post
• Urban Institute
• Business Insider
• Populationu.com
• Miamidadematters.org
• Macrotrends.net
• NYC OpenData. Tumblr
• ProCon.org
• Doi.org
• Thrillist
• Statisticalatlas.com
• Statisticalatlas.com
• The Atlantic
• cbsnews.com
• NBC

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Online Dating Statistics

How popular is online dating? What impact has it had on traditional dating and relationships? In this article, we’ll take a look at the latest statistics on online dating to explore its trends and outcomes.

With the growth of dating apps and websites, it’s easier than ever for people to connect with others who share similar interests and goals.

That’s why we have spent hours and hours gathering key stats, facts, and Data to save you from the hassle of searching tons of sites on the internet.

Online Dating Key Statistics

• 49% of American adults have used online dating platforms at some point in their lives.
• The average person spends 10 hours per week on online dating platforms.
• The online dating industry is worth $4 billion in the United States.
• 30% of relationships that start online in the United States end in marriage.
• 66% of people who use online dating apps have met someone in person through the app.
• 60% of people who use online dating apps do so for the purpose of finding a serious, long-term relationship.
• 20% of people who use online dating apps do so for casual relationships or hookups.
  
• 50% of people who use online dating apps are between the ages of 18 and 34.
  
• 60% of people who use online dating apps have met at least one person in person through the app.
• There are over 8000 online dating websites in the world.
  
• The average person spends 90 minutes per day on online dating platforms.
• The online dating industry is worth over $8 billion globally.
• Around 55% of LGBTQ respondents have used a dating app or website.
• 28% of straight respondents have used Dating apps and websites.

How Many People Use Online Dating in 2023?

How many Americans are a part of the online dating industry? How frequently do people use online dating apps? We will answer these questions below.

Online dating is a common activity among adults, with a significant portion of the adult population using online dating services on a daily basis.

Here are some key Statistics about the prevalence of the Online Dating Industry:

• Approximately 49% of adults in the United States have used an online dating service at least once.
• Online dating usage tends to be higher among younger adults, with the highest usage rates among adults in their mid-20s to mid-30s.
• About 26% of online dating users reported using these services on a daily basis, while about 23% reported using them on a weekly basis.
• A smaller portion of users (about 16%) reported using online dating services on a monthly basis, and about 35% reported using them less frequently than once a month.
• About 55% of urban residents have used an online dating service compared to about 42% of rural residents.

What’s the Success Rate of Online Dating?

Is online dating more successful than offline dating? What is the success rate of relationships formed through online dating? We will take a look at the answers below.

There is evidence to suggest that relationships formed through online dating may be slightly more successful than those formed offline. However, it is important to note that the success of a relationship is influenced by a variety of factors and cannot be attributed solely to the method of meeting.

Here are some key statistics on the success of Online Dating:

• About 17% of marriages in the United States began with an online dating service.
• About 20% of relationships begin with an online dating service
• Couples who met online were more likely to stay together and have a higher level of marital satisfaction than those who met offline.
• People who met their partners online were less likely to break up and more likely to report a higher level of relationship satisfaction than those who met their partners offline.
• About 37% of online daters had formed a committed relationship with someone they met online, while about 7% had gotten married to someone they met through an online dating service.

How Much Has Online Dating Increased?

The online dating industry has seen significant growth among Americans in recent years. In addition to the growth in the number of users, the revenue of the online dating industry has also increased in recent years.

Here are some key statistics on the growth of the online dating industry:

• Online dating is more common among younger adults, with 27% of American adults between the ages of 18 and 24 reporting that they have used online dating platforms or apps.
• The use of online dating decreases as age increases, with only 8% of American adults over the age of 55 reporting the use of online dating.
• The online dating industry in the United States is expected to reach a value of $5 billion by 2023.
• The compound annual growth rate of the online dating industry in the United States is expected to be 6.25 % between 2018 and 2023.
• 49% of American adults have used online dating platforms or apps.

How Much Money Do Online Dating Sites Make?

The cost and profitability of online dating can vary widely among different platforms and apps.

Some online dating services are free to use, while others require users to pay a subscription fee in order to access certain features or communicate with other users.

Below are some key stats about the cost and profitability of Online Dating Among Americans:

• The most popular dating app, Tinder, has over 7.8 million users in the United States, with the average user spending around $7.99 per month on the app.
• The online dating industry is worth over $1 billion in the United States, with the average user spending $243 annually on dating apps and websites.
• Many online dating companies generate revenue through subscriptions or membership fees, which can range from a few dollars to several hundred dollars per month.
• Some online dating sites also generate revenue by offering advertisement services.

Who is the Audience of Dating Apps?

Online dating has traditionally been more popular among men than women, with men making up the majority of users on most dating platforms. However, the gender balance among online daters has become more equal in recent years.

People with higher levels of education and income may be more likely to use online dating than those with lower levels of education and income.

Here are some stats about the demographics of Online daters among Americans:

• About 67% of Tinder users are men and only 33% are women in the US who have used online dating.
• Online dating is used by people of all ethnicities and races, but some groups may be more likely to use it.For example:
• 44% of African American adults and
• 40% of Hispanic adults in the US
• 41% of internet users with a bachelor’s degree or higher have used online dating, compared to 17% with a high school diploma or less.
• Online dating is more popular among urban residents, with around 52% of online daters living in urban areas.
• Around 70% of online daters are looking for partners who have a similar level of education, while 30% are open to partners with different levels of education.

What is the Main Purpose of Online Dating?

Online dating has become a popular way for people to meet and connect with potential romantic partners.

Some people may be looking for casual dating, while others may be seeking long-term relationships or even marriage.

Here are some key stats about the behaviors and attitudes of Online Daters:

• The most common types of relationships sought by online daters were:
• Casual dating (30%)
• Long-term relationships (29%)
• Marriage (27%)
• Friendship (17%)
• 62% of online daters feel that they have a better chance of finding a compatible partner through online dating than they would have offline.
• Around 40% of online daters in the United States have met a romantic partner online, and around 23% have entered into a long-term relationship.
  
• The average amount of time respondents spent messaging before meeting in person is about two weeks.

Who is the Most Common Victim of Online Predators?

One of the main safety and security concerns for Americans using online dating is the risk of harassment or abuse. This can include physical or sexual assault, online stalking, or receiving unsolicited or threatening messages.

Here are some key statistics on the safety concerns of Americans using online dating:

• 33% of Female American adults who have used online dating services have experienced harassment or abuse.
• Nearly a quarter (24%) of users of dating apps and websites have experienced harassment or abuse on the platforms.
• 21% of women and 13% of men who have used online dating services have experienced some form of physical or sexual abuse.
• Around half of the online daters in the United States had received a message or interaction that they considered to be inappropriate or offensive.

Do People Who Meet Online Get Married Faster?

Online dating has had a number of effects on relationships and marriage. One of the main effects is on the duration of relationships and marriages.

Online dating also affects the satisfaction levels of couples. Some studies have found that online dating couples have a higher level of relationship satisfaction compared to couples who met offline.

Here are some key statistics on the effects of online dating on relationships and marriage:

• 23% of couples who got married met online, and those who met online were more likely to have a higher income and be college educated.
• Couples who met online are more likely to be married and have a lower rate of divorce or separation compared to couples who met offline.
• Online dating couples had a higher level of relationship satisfaction compared to couples who met offline.
• Online dating is associated with a higher level of relationship satisfaction and a lower level of relationship conflict compared to offline dating.
• Couples who met online are just as likely to get divorced as couples who met offline.
• Couples who met online were more likely to have a higher income and be college educated, which may be factors that contribute to relationship success.

LGBTQ+ Individuals In The Online Dating Industry

The participation of LGBT individuals in this industry may be of particular interest, as the experiences and needs of LGBT individuals may differ from those of non-LGBT individuals.

Statistics on the participation of LGBT individuals in the online dating industry can provide insight into the ways in which these individuals are using these platforms and their overall experiences.

• Gay Dating App Grindr has approximately 11 Million active users worldwide.
• Around 63% of the users of the Grindr Dating App identify as LGBTQ.
• In 2022, the dating app HER, which is geared toward LGBTQ women, reported that it had over 10 million users.
• Around 40% of gay men and 47% of lesbians have dated someone they met online, compared to around 25% of heterosexual individuals.

Sources

• Pew Research Center
• Statista
• Australian Bureau of Statistics
• SensorTower
• MarketResearch
• National Library Of Medicine
• Knot
• Zoosk
• Match
• HealthyFramework

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Tinder Usage Statistics

Tinder, the most popular dating app, has garnered a reputation as a platform for hook-ups and Long Term relationships. But behind the app’s well-known reputation are a wealth of data and statistics that reveal more about the nature of online dating and the habits of its users.

In this article, we’ll take a look at some of the most interesting Tinder statistics, including user demographics, success rates, and more.

If you are curious about the this online dating platform, these statistics offer a fascinating glimpse into the facts and figures of Tinder and the behaviors of its users.

Key Tinder Statistics

• Tinder has 75 million active users as of 2022.
• 30% of Tinder users are married people
• 12% of Tinder users are people in a relationship.
• 44% of people use Tinder for confidence-boosting procrastination.
• There are 65.19% male and 34.81% female Tinder users.
• Women swipe right only 8% of the time
• Men swipe right 46% of the time
• 52% is the success rate for heterosexual women on Tinder.
• 16% is the success rate for heterosexual men on Tinder.
• 35% is the success rate for homosexual men on Tinder.
• 95% of Tinder matches meet within the initial week of the match.
• Tinder made a revenue of $1.6 billion in 2021. It was 17% more than in 2020.
• Tinder is available in 190 countries and 40+ languages.
• 10 million people use Tinder every day
• The Tinder app has more than 500 million downloads.
• Tinder is the most popular dating app in the United States.
• Tinder has 9 sexual orientations to choose from.
• 1.5 million is the average number of dates per week from Tinder.
• More than half of the Tinder users in 2022 belong to Generation Z in the US.
• 20% of Tinder users earn over 100K per month.
• The average Tinder user spends 90 minutes per day on the app.
• An average female user gets 2.75 matches per day on Tinder. This goes up to 1003 matches per year.

How Many People Use Tinder 2023?

Tinder is a popular dating app that is used by people all around the world. It has an estimated 10.7 million active users in the United States. This number may vary depending on the region and the time period being considered. Tinder is available in over 190 countries and is available in 40 languages, so it likely has a significant global user base.

Not only that, Tinder was the most downloaded dating app globally in 2022.

Go through the following Tinder statistics to find out how many people use Tinder.

• Tinder has over 500 million downloads.
• Tinder had 75 million active users as of 2022. The figure will go even higher in 2023.
• 10.7 million Tinder users in 2022 were from the US.
• 10 million people use Tinder daily.
• The number of average dates per week from Tinder is 1.5 million.
• More than 50% of Tinder users are from Generation Z in the US.
• Tinder has 65.19% of males and 34.81% of females.
• There are more than 10.7 million Tinder subscribers.

Is Tinder Losing Popularity?

It is difficult to say for certain whether or not Tinder is losing popularity, as the company does not release detailed information about its user numbers or engagement metrics.

However, it is worth noting that the online dating industry as a whole has seen a significant shift in recent years, with new apps and platforms emerging and gaining popularity. Young users tend to enjoy an app that has more to offer. Bumble, for example, has been seeing growth each year.

Tinder is nowadays planning to focus on the Metaverse where people can meet virtually. For this purpose, they are hiring game executives from companies like EA, King, and Glu. Furthermore, they are looking forward to relaunching virtual coins and introducing virtual goods. However, the plan is to be executed in the second half of 2023.

But is Tinder still popular? The answer is yes. The 75 million active users speak for its popularity.

What is the Success Rate on Tinder?

A lot of users have had success finding long-term partners or even getting married after meeting on the app. Many people have also used Tinder to go on dates and get to know potential partners in person.

The Tinder match statistics show the following results.

• 52% is the success rate for heterosexual women on Tinder.
• 16% is the success rate for heterosexual men on Tinder.
• 35% is the success rate for homosexual men on Tinder.
• There are 30+ million matches daily on Tinder.
• Tinder overall has 70+ billion matches to date.
• There are close to 1.6 billion swipes every day on Tinder.
• 1.63% is the average match rate on Tinder.
• 95% of Tinder matches meet within the initial week of the match.

What Percent of Tinder Matches Get Married?

Online dating apps can prove to be very fruitful for couples. Many people who meet on Tinder end up getting married.

Here are a couple of stats to clear the point.

• In a survey of 500 people, 13% of them said they got married through a dating app.
• Tinder accounts for 27% of marriages that happen through online relationships.

What is the Success Rate of Tinder Relationships?

Tinder does not release specific stats regarding the success rate. But to give you an idea, more than 1.5 million dates happen every week due to Tinder.

But do relationships last long? That’s a question unanswered due to a lack of data.

Some people may use Tinder to find casual relationships or hookups, while others may be looking for more serious, long-term partners.

Following are some facts and figures to give you an idea.

• Women have 10% average match rate on Tinder.
• Men have 0.6% average match rate on Tinder.
• 1.63% is the average match rate on Tinder.
• 95% of Tinder matches meet within the first 7 days of matching.
• Tinder gets credit for 27% of marriages happening through online dating apps.
• Heterosexual women have the highest success rate of 52% on Tinder. Contrarily, heterosexual men only have a 16% success rate.

What Percent of Tinder is Hookups?

It is important to note that not everyone on Tinder is looking for a casual hookup. Some people use the app to look for long-term relationships, and there are many success stories of people finding serious relationships through Tinder.

Here are some Tinder stats showing the number of hookups that happen through the app.

• 22.22% of users surveyed told they are looking for a hookup on Tinder.
• 80% of people have never had sex with someone they meet on Tinder.
• 65% of people had a hookup with a single partner and 15% had two partners.
• 20% of people had more than two partners for hookups.

How Many Girls Are on Tinder for Hookups?

22.22% of Tinder users are looking for hookups on the dating app. A separate figure for women is unfortunately not available. Nonetheless, more than 22% users are on Tinder for hookups which certainly involve women as well.

Is Tinder Mostly for One-Night Stands?

Not at all. Tinder statistics do show many people are looking for one-night stands but a large number of people are there for long term relationships.

Here’s a breakdown of why people use Tinder.

• 44.44% of people use Tinder for confidence-boosting procrastination.
• 22.22% of people on Tinder are looking for hookups.
• 4.16% of people are in search of a relationship on Tinder.
• 29.16% of people use Tinder for other reasons.

Confidence boosting procrastination is a type of procrastination in which a person engages in activities that boost their confidence and self-esteem, rather than completing the task they are supposed to be working on. This can be a way of avoiding the task or avoiding the potential failure or discomfort that may come with completing the task.

On Tinder, Confidence Boosting Procrastination refers to the act of swiping through profiles or chatting with other users, rather than focusing on finding a potential match or going on a date.

Are Men Successful on Tinder?

While it is true that men may not have as much success on Tinder as women in terms of getting matches and achieving success on the app, it is important to note that both men and women can have success on the platform.

To be more specific, Heterosexual men have 16% success rate which is lower than homosexual men (35%).

But this could also be because men are 46% more likely to swipe right at almost every second girl.

However, a lot of men are still successful on Tinder. Many have been on dates, gotten engaged, or are in a relationship for a couple of years.

What Kind of Guys Are Successful on Tinder?

Success on the app can be subjective and can depend on a variety of factors such as an individual’s attractiveness, profile, and behavior on the app.

It is important to create a strong profile that accurately represents yourself and showcases your interests and personality. It is also important to be respectful and genuine when interacting with potential matches.

How Many Matches Do Guys Average on Tinder?

Firstly, there are almost 65-75% of males on Tinder. With such a large number of men seeking matches on Tinder, it can be challenging for individual men to stand out and be successful in getting matches.

On average, men may swipe right on 46% of profiles, which is equivalent to swiping right on every other female profile. This is another reason for men’s less success rate on Tinder.

Following are a few Tinder match statistics for guys.

• 1.63% is the average match rate on Tinder.
• Males on average get 1.1 matches per day. In comparison, women get 2.75 matches daily.
• For a yearly figure, men get 401 matches every year. Comparatively, women get more than twice at 1003 matches per year.

Do Guys Get Less Matches Than Girls on Tinder?

Tinder statistics for guys don’t show very positive results. They have a much lower match rate than girls.

Following are the stats for men’s success rate on Tinder.

• Heterosexual men have a success rate of 16%.
• Homosexual men have a success rate of 35%.
• The match rate men have on Tinder is only 0.6% as compared to 10% of women.
• An average man gets 1.1 matches per day on Tinder.

Who Uses Tinder the Most?

Tinder’s user demographics show that there are more men than women on the app. This means that there is a larger number of male users compared to female users.

This difference in gender representation on the app may contribute to the experiences and success rates of men and women on the platform.

What percent of girls use Tinder?

While the number of male users on Tinder may be higher than the number of female users, there are still millions of women using the app worldwide, with the highest concentration of female users being in the United States.

• Tinder has 25-35% of female users worldwide.
• The US has 7% of women Tinder users as per 2020 reports.

What Percentage of Guys use Tinder?

Tinder usage statistics for guys show that men are the predominant users.

• Tinder has 65-75% of male users worldwide.
• The US has 17% of male Tinder users as per 2020 reports.

What is the Most Common Age on Tinder?

Tinder has a diverse user base, with users ranging in age from teens to seniors. The oldest user on the app was reported to be 89 years old. When Tinder first launched, the majority of users were young people and teenagers, and the app had an age limit of 14 years. However, the age limit has been raised.

But now Tinder won’t allow you to make an account if you’re below 18.

Here’s the percentage of adults using Tinder by age group.

• 18-24 – 27.61%
• 25-34 – 33.28%
• 35-44 – 17.45%
• 45-54 – 10.68%
• 55-64 – 6.86%
• 65+ – 4.12

Is 35 Too Old for Tinder?

You are never too old for Tinder. In fact, 35 is not too old to be using Tinder, and many people in their 35s and older have had success on the app. It is ultimately up to the individual to decide if they feel comfortable using the app and if it is the right platform for them to meet new people.

Is 40 Too Old for Tinder?

Again, the Tinder app is for everyone. You can be 30, 40, 50, or even 60 and can still be using the online dating platform. There are many divorcees over 40 looking for a match to get into a relationship.

What is Replacing Tinder?

It is difficult to say for certain what is replacing Tinder, as the online dating industry is constantly evolving and new apps and platforms are being introduced all the time.

Some of the newer apps and platforms that have gained popularity in recent years include Bumble,Hinge and OkCupid.

These apps may be seen as alternatives to Tinder, as they all offer similar services and allow users to connect with potential partners through the use of profiles, swiping, and messaging.

Bumble is the direct competitor of Tinder. Recently, Bumble has seen high revenue growth and an increase in the number of downloads.

Sources

• Tinder Pressroom
• Statista
• SimilarWeb
• Business Insider
• The Knot
• SimpleTexting
• NCBI
• Cision

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Hinge Statistics [2023] – Success Rate, Demographics & More

Hinge is designated as an “anti-Tinder” dating app to create genuine, long-lasting relationships rather than one-night stands.

How successful is online dating with Hinge? And who uses Hinge the most?

In the following article, we’ve compiled virtually everything there is to know about Hinge, one of the leading dating apps in the industry, its popularity, success rate, and more.

Let’s dive right in!

Hinge Key Statistics and Facts

• 97% of Hinge users want a match that actively cares for their mental health.
• Hinge users arrange roughly one new date every three seconds, translating to an estimated 200,000 dates per week.
• An estimated 6 million users are active on Hinge every month.
• 36% of Hinge users identify as female, and 64% identify as male.
• Males outnumber females on the app by 2 to 1.
• More than 50% of Hinge users are between 18 and 29.
• 2% of Hinge users are over the age of 50.
• Twenty million Americans use Hinge, with 800,000 paying for their subscription.
• Hinge is among the top three most popular dating apps in the United States and the United Kingdom.
• 72% of Hinge’s first dates have led to a second date.
• 6% of Hinge dates turn into long-term relationships.
• Hinge has also seen an 18% improvement in users deleting the app after finding a relationship.
• 83% of Hinge users say they want to find a partner who cares about politics.
• When both sides of a match want a long-term relationship, users are 45% more likely to swap phone numbers than when only one person does.
• Users with similar religious backgrounds are more than 97% more likely to swap numbers than those with different religious upbringings.
• Hinge users with the same type of phone are more likely to swap digits than those who use different devices.
• Users with matching initials are more than 11% more likely to exchange phone numbers than those with differing initials.
• 3 of 4 Hinge users have been active within the last 72 hours.
• Between 2018 and 2019, Hinge reported more than 100% more downloads year-over-year.
• In that same period, Hinge’s revenue grew by a staggering 400%.
• In the third quarter of 2020, Hinge subscriptions skyrocketed by 82%.
• Users are more active on Sundays than any other day of the week, with response rates increasing by roughly 36%.
• Bethesda, MD, is said to be one of the most attractive hometowns for Hinge users.
• Most Hinge users seek a genuine match rather than a quick hookup or one-night stand.
• Hinge has seen a 30% increase in users identifying as gay.

What Is The Success Rate Of Hinge?

Unlike Tinder, many users claim Hinge is the best dating app for those seeking a serious relationship.

I can proudly say that I met my wife using this app.

But everyone will have different luck when swiping through the app.

So how successful is Hinge at helping people find true love?

• Hinge users arrange roughly one new date every three seconds, translating to an estimated 200,000 dates per week.
• 90% of users who met for a date in person rated their experience great.
• An estimated 72% of Hinge’s first dates have led to a second date.
• On average, matches exchange 25 messages over three days before exchanging phone numbers.
• In 2018, the app claimed that roughly 3,000 out of 50,000— that’s 6% of dates turned into long-term relationships.

Hinge’s Success Rate Depends On What You Like And Want

Liking and wanting the same things—whether a similar political outlook or religious background, a relationship or hookup, or the same initials—is essential to most users when seeking a partner.

• 97% of Hinge users want a match that actively cares for their mental health.
• Since 2019, Hinge has seen a 47% increase in monthly downloads.
• Hinge has also seen an 18% improvement in users deleting the app after finding a relationship.
• During the COVID-19 pandemic, lockdowns and stay-at-home orders led to less ghosting and roughly 17% more connections through the app.
• 83% of Hinge users say they want to find a partner who cares about politics.
• When both sides of a match want a long-term relationship, users are 45% more likely to swap phone numbers than when only one person does.
• When both users want to date and see how things go, they are 40% more likely to swap numbers than when only one person wants to date.
• And on the other side of things, when both users are looking for something casual, they are only 19% more likely to exchange digits than when only one person wants a hookup.
• Users who want to date seriously or seek a serious relationship are less likely to pursue matches with different priorities than them.
• App users with similar religious backgrounds are more than 97% more likely to swap numbers than those with different religious upbringings.
• When at least one person in a match is extroverted, a phone number exchange is more likely than when both sides of the match are introverts.
• Number exchanges in opposite-sex matches are twice as likely when the man is extroverted.
• When the woman is an extrovert, the probability of a digit exchange triples!
• Without even knowing, Hinge users with the same type of phone are more likely to swap digits than those who use different devices.
• Implicit egotism—liking similar people, places, or things as oneself—plays a big part in who users match with.
• Users with matching initials are more than 11% more likely to exchange phone numbers than those with differing initials.

How Many Active Users Does Hinge Have?

So now we know how successful the dating app is at connecting potential lovers, but how many people are using Hinge?

• An estimated 6 million users are active on Hinge every month.
• 3 of 4 Hinge users have been active within the last 72 hours.
• The app was estimated to surpass one million paying users last year in 2022.
• Between 2018 and 2019, Hinge reported more than 100% more downloads year-over-year.
• In that same period, Hinge’s revenue grew by a staggering 400%.
• In the third quarter of 2020, Hinge subscriptions skyrocketed by 82%.
• Users are more active on Sundays than any other day of the week, with response rates increasing by roughly 36%.

Where Is Hinge Used The Most?

Although Hinge isn’t available in every country, singles can use it in about 20 countries worldwide, including the United States, Canada, the UK, India, Australia, and many other parts of Europe, Asia, and Africa.

How Many People In The UK Use Hinge?

• Hinge is among the top three most popular dating apps in the United Kingdom.
• 55% of dating app users in the UK are aware of Hinge.
• 16% of UK dating app users like Hinge.
• Only 14% of those who use dating apps in the UK use Hinge.
• 10% of UK users have said they would use the app again.
• 71% of UK Hinge users are loyal to the brand.

How Many People In The USA Use Hinge?

• Behind Tinder and Bumble, Hinge is the third most popular dating app in the United States.
• An estimated 20 million Americans use Hinge, with 800,000 paying for their subscription.
• 95% of Hinge users are American.
• Hinge has a 10.1% share of the dating app market in the United States.
• The United States is responsible for roughly 45% of the traffic sent to Hinge’s homepage.

In What US Cities Is Hinge The Most Popular?

It’s said that Hinge users are 75% more likely to match with another person from their hometown.

And of that same cohort, users are twice as likely to meet in person for a date, which might leave you wondering in what cities the app is used most often.

• Bethesda, MD, is said to be one of the most attractive hometowns for Hinge users.
• Wilmington, DE, and Newton, MA, ranked as the app’s second and third most attractive cities.
• Boca Raton, FL, ranked as the city with the most sought-after women on the app.
• Bethesda, MD, ranked as the hometown for the most sought-after men.

What Percentage Of Hinge Users Are Female?

• An estimated 36% of Hinge users identify as female.
• For every female user, there are at least two male users.
• Jewish women are twice as likely to pursue a Jewish man than non-Jewish men.

What Percentage Of Hinge Users Are Men?

• 64% of Hinge users identify as male.
• Males outnumber females on the app by 2 to 1.
• The male-to-female ratio on Hinge is lower than on other apps like Tinder.
• Men using the app are more likely to pursue matches with similar religious backgrounds.

What Is The Average Age Of Hinge Users?

• Millennials make up the largest demographic of Hinge users.
• 50% of Hinge users are between 18 and 29.
• 90% of Hinge users are between the ages of 23 and 26.
• The fastest-growing demographic of Hinge users are between the age of 22 and 26.

Are People Over 50 On Hinge?

Although it’s a widespread belief that dating apps are for younger people, online dating doesn’t discriminate when it comes to age!

• Despite having a large Millennial demographic, people of all ages can use Hinge.
• However, only about 2% of Hinge users are over 50.
• Another 8% of users are between 37 and 49.
• Apps such as SilverSingles, eharmony, and Elite Singles are designed explicitly for seniors and older adults.

Is Hinge More Popular than Tinder?

Although Hinge is a top-rated online dating app, it’s nowhere near as popular as Tinder.

However, at scale, Hinge management believes they can reach roughly 63% of Tinder subscribers.

Because of the app’s effectiveness at creating long-term relationships, rather than one-night stands, management believes they can monetize their users at a much higher rate than Tinder.

But still:

• Tinder is considered the most popular platform among American dating app users.
• Tinder holds a 32% market share in the US dating app market.
• By the end of 2021, analysts estimated Tinder’s website would have more than 57 million visitors.
• In January 2021 alone, users downloaded Tinder more than 6.4 million times.
• Tinder is available almost anywhere globally, with active users in 196 countries.
• In 2020, 40% of all single, divorced, or widowed individuals had used Tinder.
• In both the US and Europe, Tinder accounted for more than 27% of all app downloads in the dating app category.

Is Hinge More Popular Than Bumble?

Bumble is also considered more popular than Hinge.

At least in the United States, Bumble is considered the second most popular dating app after Tinder.

• As of 2021, Bumble had some 45 million active users.
• Between 32% and 46% of Bumble users identify as female.

How Many Users On Hinge Are Looking For A Relationship?

So we know that Hinge is excellent at matching people with similar interests. And we also know it’s great at leading to first and second dates.

But how many couples meet on Hinge? And how many of those meetings lead to marriage and children?

• Hinge is quickly growing when it comes to leading to long-term relationships and marriage.
• As of 2019, an estimated 3% of newlyweds had met via Hinge.
• One year later, that number had increased to about 12% of all newlyweds.
• In 2018, Hinge launched a new data-gathering feature to find exactly how many of its users go on dates and find true love.
• On average, dating app users match with about 16 people before finding someone to call their own.

Hinge And Casual Encounters

Even though Hinge is designed as an app for users to find true love, people will always use dating apps to find others for quick hookups and casual encounters.

• Most Hinge users seek a genuine match rather than a quick hookup or one-night stand.
• Still, people can use Hinge to meet others looking for casual encounters.
• Hinge uses an algorithm to match its users with similar people.
• Therefore, if a user includes keywords like “casual encounter” or “hookups” in their profile, there’s an increased chance to match them with others looking for the same thing.
• Hinge users looking for something casual are generally more willing to pursue matches with different dating priorities than them.

Sexuality On Hinge

Like most dating apps, Hinge realizes that dating is no longer just about males and females.

In fact, more than 50% of online dating app users in the United States identify as part of the LGBTQ community.

That’s why, today, Hinge offers the option to identify as a wide range of sexualities and genders, including male, female, non-binary, gay, lesbian, bisexual, and more.

• Since mid-2019, Hinge has seen a 30% increase in users identifying as gay.
• In one famous match, presidential candidate Pete Buttigieg is said to have met his husband, Chasten Glezman, while using Hinge.
• Grindr is the leading dating app for gay men and LGBTQ users.
• Grindr boasts some 3.6 million active daily users.

Sources

• Similarweb
• Business of Apps
• Statista
• Business of Apps
• Refinery29
• Business Insider

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Valentine’s Day Statistics (2023 Data) and Interesting Facts

What are some of the most intriguing and interesting facts about Valentine’s? How much is spent on Valentine’s Day? Which is the most bought gift on 14th February? Which city spends the most money on gifts?

Valentine’s Day is one of the most celebrated festivals in the United States. People exchange gifts, greeting cards, flowers, candies, clothes, and whatnot. As the Feast of Saint Valentine is near, we will be diving deep into Valentine’s Day statistics in this article.

Get the answers to all these questions and more below. Now without any further ado, let’s get down to business.

Key Valentine’s Day Statistics

• $23.9 billion were spent on Valentine’s Day last year which was a $2B and a 10% increase from 2021.
• Due to inflation, candy prices increased by 12.2% from January 2022 to January 2023.
• Hotels and motels prices increased by 8.5% during the same period.
• On Valentine’s Day, many people indulge in candy, but candy prices increased by 12.2% from January 2022 to January 2023, which is above the overall inflation rate of 6.4% during this period.
• For those planning a romantic getaway, hotels and motels prices increased by 8.5%, also above the inflation rate.
• If you’re going out for drinks with your loved one, be prepared to pay more as prices of drinks consumed outside the home increased by 6.9% again above the inflation rate.
• $175.4 was the average amount spent on Valentine’s Day last year as compared to $164.76 in 2021.
• Men spent twice as much as women last year.
• 28% of people bought gifts from discount stores.
• 41% of people choose online stores for their Valentine’s Day shopping.
• 56% of people bought candy as a gift followed by 40% for greeting cards.
• 47% of people did not plan to celebrate Valentine’s Day in 2022.
• 51% of Americans were comfortable going on their first date on Valentine’s Day.
• Approximately 9 million marriage proposals were made on 14th February 2022.
• 38% of people preferred going to a dinner or movie to celebrate Valentine’s Day.
• San Francisco was the best city to celebrate Valentine’s Day followed by Seattle, Honolulu, Orlando, and San Diego.
• Approximately $2.3 billion were spent on gift cards on Valentine’s Day.
• $6.2 billion were spent on jewelry the last Valentine’s Day making it the most spent-on item in the process as well.
• 76% of Americans felt it was important to celebrate the event in 2022 given the pandemic situation before.
• Price increases driven by inflation on popular Valentine’s Day gifts such as candies, travel, hotels, and drinks may make celebrations more expensive this year.
• Candy prices increased by 12.2% from January 2022 to January 2023.
• Hotels and motels prices increased by 8.5% during the same period.
• Prices of drinks consumed outside the home increased by 6.9%.
• Airline fares increased by over 25% compared to the previous year.

What are 3 Facts About Valentine’s Day?

Before going into more Valentine’s Day statistics details, first, let’s take a look at some exciting Valentine’s Day facts.

Valentine’s Day Began as a Pagan Festival

So, two theories are popular. One believes that Valentine’s Day serves as a memorial to the death of Saint Valentine. The other says it derives from Lupercalia, a Roman festival.

Valentine’s Day Became a Holiday in the 1300s

Valentine’s Day has its origin near the end of the 5th century. However, it wasn’t until the 1300s that people were celebrating it as a day of love. Finally, it was made an official holiday.

Who is Cupid – The Boy With a Bow and Arrow?

Cupid is the little guy often present in Valentine’s Day cards holding a bow and arrow. But where does he come from? The history goes back a long time to 700 B.C. His original name wasn’t Cupid but Eros and he was an immortal and attractive man. The reason he was made a love symbol, later on, was his ability to make people fall in love.

The 1900s saw Eros turning into Cupid and since then he has had this link with Valentine’s Day.

People Exchange Millions of Greeting Cards on The 14th of February

According to Hallmark, a whooping estimate of 145 million greeting cards are exchanged each year on Valentine’s Day.

There’s an Overwhelming Majority Visiting Restaurants on Valentine’s Day

The number of people going to restaurants on 14th February is the 2nd most in the year. Mother’s Day takes the first spot.

Pink and Red are The Most Popular Colors For Valentine’s Day

A report from the National Confectioners Association shows that 65% of Americans believe the packaging of candies and chocolates should be in pink or red on Valentine’s Day.

What Do Americans Spend Their Money on for Valentine’s Day?

Valentine’s Day is one of the most expensive festivals or celebrations of the year in the United States. People spend with their open hearts to express their love to their special ones.

Thousands and thousands of items are bought in America on Valentine’s Day as people spend billions in pursuit. Did you ever wonder what was the most spent-on item on Valentine’s Day? If not, then here are some ground-breaking Valentine’s Day statistics for you from last year.

• $6.2 billion were spent on Jewellery. The most on any item. It was a $2.1 billion upgrade from 2021 and the highest in history.
• $4.3 billion were spent on a good-old Evening-out.
• $2.9 billion were spent on Clothing.
• $2.3 billion were spent on Gift Cards
• $2.3 billion were spent on Flowers.
• $2.2 billion were spent on Candy.
• $1.0 billion were spent on Greeting Cards.

Statistics on Valentine’s Day Spending

How much money is spent on Valentine’s Day by each gender? How much spending is done by different age groups? Which city spends the most? And so on.

Here we will show all Valentine’s Day Statistics for spending in 2022.

Valentine’s Day spending by Gender

• Men spent 2x more than women in 2022.
• Men spent $235 on average on Valentine’s Day.
• Women spent $119 on average on Valentine’s Day.
• Husbands spent $106 on average on their wives. It is 1.6x more than what wives spend on their husbands.

Valentine’s Day Spending By Age

• $170 per average was spent by the age group of 18-24.
• $240 per average was spent by the age group of 25-34.
• $280 per average was spent by the age group of 35-44.
• $171 per average was spent by the age group of 45-54.
• $119 per average was spent by the age group of 55-64.
• $87 per average was spent by the age group of 65+.

Which City Spends The Most Money On Valentine’s Day?

• Los Angeles spends $1316.16 on Valentine’s Day. The most by any American city.
• New York spends $1056.66.
• San Francisco spends $1020.88.
• Boston spends $979.64.
• Washington spends $952.9.

What Do People Spend The Most Money On for Valentine’s Day?

• $45.75 was the per-person spending on Jewellery.
• $31.35 was the per-person spending on an Evening-out.
• $21.46 was the per-person spending on Clothing.
• $17.22 was the per-person spending on Gift Cards.
• $17.22 was the per-person spending on Flowers.
• $15.90 was the per-person spending on Candy.
• $7.47 was the per-person spending on Greeting Cards.

Who Spends More – Men or Women?

Men certainly spend a lot more than women on Valentine’s Day. In 2022, the difference was almost twice as big. Men spent $235 on average as compared to $119 for women.

What is the Most Sold Item on Valentine’s Day?

• 56% of people bought Candy on Valentine’s Day.
• 40% of people bought Greeting Cards.
• 37% of people bought Flowers.
• 22% of people bought Clothing.
• 22% of people bought Jewelry.
• 21% of people bought Gift Cards.

How Many Roses are Sold on Valentine’s Day?

Roses are the ultimate signal of love for a long time. Therefore, it is the reason they are the most bought flowers on Valentine’s Day. Statistics show that over 250 million roses are produced just for Valentine’s Day itself. Doesn’t that say a lot?

Here are the most interesting Valentine’s Day statistics about roses.

• People buy the most flowers on Valentine’s day.
• 37% of the items bought last Valentine’s Day was a flower.
• $2.3 billion was spent on flowers on Valentine’s Day.
• 28% of adults including 37% of men and 19% of women would buy a flower on Valentine’s Day in 2019.
• Adults buy roses:
  • 52% for their spouse
  • 24% for significant others
  • 23% buy for mothers
  • 15% for children
  • 12% buy for their friends
  • 9% for themselves
  • 16% for other relatives.
• Following roses are the most popular on Valentine’s Day:
  • Red roses – 69%
  • White roses – 38%
  • Pink roses – 37%
  • Mixed color of roses – 31%
  • Yellow roses – 29%
  • Peach or Coral roses – 28%
  • Purple or Lavender roses – 26%
  • Orange roses – 20%

How Many People Buy Their Pets a Gift on Valentine’s Day?

People surely don’t forget about their pets on Valentine’s Day. This is indeed the reason over $2.1 billion was spent on gifts for pets in 2021. In addition, this was a 185.3% ($1.39 billion) increase from 2020. Mostly, the pets were cats and dogs. They are the most popular pets around the world so it was unsurprising.

Nevertheless, here are Valentine’s Day statistics for pets’ gifts.

• 16.1% of adults would buy a gift for their dog.
• 12.3% of adults would buy a gift for their cat.
• $31.24 per household was spent on dogs.
• $27.42 per household was spent on cats.
• Men would spend $33.62 and $26.80 on average on dogs and cats, respectively.
• Women would spend $27.54 and $28.36 on average on dogs and cats, respectively.

What is the Most Popular Chocolate Sold on Valentine’s Day?

To clarify, there isn’t any data about the specific chocolate that was the most popular or most sold. Nevertheless, we have the list of the most searched chocolate brands and certainly, many of them would have been on the list for Valentine’s as well.

So, here are the most popular chocolate brands for Valentine’s Day.

• Lindt
• Godiva
• Ghirardelli
• Hershey
• Dove
• Ferrero
• Neuhaus
• Russell Stover
• Nestle
• Palmer

How Many Couples Will Get Engaged on Valentine’s Day?

The number is not staggering but it is surely a big chunk of the people. To illustrate, about 10% of couples choose Valentine’s Day as their day of engagement. In short, they make 6+ million people.

Following are some more Valentine’s Day statistics about proposals and relationships.

• 6 million people got engaged on Valentine’s Day in 2013.
• 9 million marriage proposals were made on Valentine’s Day.
• 48% of Americans think it is romantic to propose on Valentine’s Day.
• More than 1 million people on Facebook change their relationship status within four days of Valentine’s Day.
• There is a 33% increase in online dating from the 1st to the 14th of February in America.

What Percentage of The World Celebrates Valentine’s Day?

Even though a few countries don’t celebrate Valentine’s Day, a large majority of countries do.

So how likely are you to celebrate Valentine’s Day in the following countries? Let’s find out in the following list.

• Global Country Average – 55%
• United States – 75%
• South Africa – 74%
• Peru – 69%
• Chile – 67%
• India – 67%
• Turkey – 65%
• Mexico – 65%
• Poland – 64%
• China – 62%
• Argentina – 60%
• Canada – 59%
• Great Britain – 59%
• Sweden – 59%
• Italy – 56%
• Belgium – 55%
• Brazil – 55%
• Australia – 54%
• France – 54%
• Spain – 54%
• Colombia – 52%
• Malaysia – 50%
• Hungary – 44%
• Japan – 43%
• Russia – 43%
• Saudi Arabia – 41%
• Germany – 34%
• South Korea – 33%
• The Netherlands – 32%

Which Country Has Banned Valentine’s Day?

As much as the world loves celebrating, there are certain countries where you can’t celebrate Valentine’s Day. While the reasons are different. Evidently, they range from religious, to moral, to cultural. Though, only a few countries are opposing the celebration.

So, here are the countries where Valentine’s Day is banned.

1. Saudi Arabia

Of course, Saudi Arabia tops the list. They prohibit the celebration of Valentine’s Day as because goes against the law of the land. Furthermore, prison might be waiting for you if you celebrate. However, still many people do it secretly.

2. Indonesia

Although there are no official laws prohibiting the celebration, the festival is still opposed by many due to their religious beliefs. Since Indonesia has the state religion of Islam, they don’t believe in celebrating pagan festivals.

3. Uzbekistan

Uzbekistan celebrates the birthday of Babur, the Mughal Emperor instead of Valentine’s Day. The latter was tolerable until 2012. However, the majority discourages it now.

4. Pakistan

Another Muslim-majority country on the list. Pakistan banned the celebrations of Valentine’s Day in 2018. It was because the festival didn’t comply with the country’s constitution.

5. Malaysia

Valentine’s Day has been banned in Malaysia since 2005 after a religious ruling was given against it. Moreover, there are anti-valentine’s Day protests in the country every year as well.

6. Iran

Not only is Valentine’s Day banned in Iran, but also the production of its gifts and items.

Sources

• Statista
• National Retail Federation
• Society of American Florists
• Hallmark
• RestaurantBusinessOnline
• National Confectioners Association
• Finder
• WalletHub
• Ipsos
• Business Insider
• WomensDay
• History

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Long-Distance Relationship Statistics & Facts [2023 Report]

How many Americans are in long distance relationships? How long does a long term relationships usually last? This article aims to shed light on the facts and figures regarding long distance relationships.

Being thousands of miles away from your loved ones might be difficult, but that is sometimes the way life works. Thankfully, today the internet has made it easier for people in LDRs to communicate.

Many couples find themselves in LDRs due to work, education, or other life circumstances and face the unique challenges that come with being physically separated.

Key Long Distance Relationship Statistics

• Almost 14 million people in the United States are in long distance relationships.
• 22% of people cheat while in a long distance relationship.
• 2.9% of married couples have a long distance relationship.
• 10% of marriages began as long distance relationships.
• 40% of couples mention work as their reason for a long distance relationship.
• 58% is the success rate of long distance relationships.
• The average long distance relationship length is 4.5 months.
• 42% of couples in a long distance relationship break up eventually.
• 40.2% of people cite lack of communication as the biggest reason for an LDR to end.
• Long-distance couples meet each other 1.5 times per month.
• 32.5% of long distance relationships are because of college students.
• As many as 75% of college students have been a part of a long distance relationship at some time.
• 50% of long distance couples met each other online.
• 66% of long distance couples cite the absence of physical intimacy as the major challenge.
• 125 miles is the average distance between long distance couples.

What Percentage of Long Distance Relationships Are Successful?

Being in a long distance relationship can be emotionally demanding, but maintaining open and consistent communication, fostering trust and commitment, and having realistic expectations can help.

Here are some interesting stats about the success rate of LDRs:

• 58% of long distance relationships succeed.
• 42% is the failing chance of a long distance relationship.
• The chance of a long distance relationship breaking up within the first 6 months is 27%. In comparison, a geographically close relationship has a 30% chance.
• Long distance couples believe their chances of breaking up are lower.
• Just 2% of high school couples continue their long distance relationship.

What Percentage of Long Distance Relationships Get Married?

10% of marriages happened as a result of long distance relationships. Currently, there are millions of couples who are in a long distance relationship and will eventually get married as the statistics show.

• 10% of marriages started as long distance relationships.
• 75% of couples who are engaged have been in a long distance relationship at some time in their life.

How Many Married Couples In The US Are In Long Distance Relationships?

Approximately 3.75 million couples are going through long distance relationships. In fact, 2.9% of all married people fall into this category.

Here’s what the long distance relationship statistics reveal.

• There are 3.75 million long distance married couples in the US.
• Long distance married couples make up 2.9% of all US couples.
• 10% of marriages started as LDR.
• Long distance marriages among married Americans aged 18 and older increased from about 2.7 million in 2002 to almost 3.9 million in 2017.
• More than 75% of couples have gone through long distance relationships.

How Many Americans Are In Long Distance Relationships?

Nearly 14.1 million US residents are in long distance relationships. On the contrary, 76% of couples in the United States have never been part of an LDR.

Most long distance relationships occur after high school when students move to college.

• 14.1 million Americans are in a long distance relationship.
• 16% of people in the US are in long distance relationships.
• There are 3.75 million long distance married couples in the US.
• 2.9% of all US married couples are in a long distance relationship.
• 32.5% of all long distance relationships involve college students.

How Many College Students Are In Long Distance Relationships?

As we mentioned before, about 32.5% of long distance relationships are college relationships. The reason is that after high school, students move to different colleges in different states and thus engage in LDRs.

Following are some college long distance relationship statistics.

• 75% of college students have been a part of a long distance relationship at an instance.
• 32.5% of all long distance relationships involve college students.
• 3 to 4% of bachelor’s degree holders aged 25-29 are in long distance relationships.
• 5 to 6% of master’s or doctorate degree holders are in long distance relationships.

Do Long Distance Relationships Ever Last?

It depends on the stage of life and what are the goals and priorities of each person, some couples find it as a stepping stone to a long-term commitment and others find it as a way to be in a relationship while they study or work far away.

• 58% is the success rate of long distance relationships.
• Long distance relationships and geographically close relationships have the same lasting chance within the starting three months.
• There’s a 27% break-up chance for long distance relationships within the initial six months.
• Long distance couples believe their chances of breaking up are lower.

How Long Does a Long Distance Relationship Usually Last?

There are different data sets for the above questions. On average, a long distance relationship would last 4.5 months. Despite the short duration, married couples are examples of long distance relationships that last longer.

Furthermore, a study related to long distance relationships shows that they last 2.86 years on average. Comparatively, a geographically close relationship would last more than double the period at 7.25 years.

What’s the Longest a Long Distance Relationship Lasted?

The longest long distance relationship was over 44 years according to the available data. However, it is possible that there have been LDRs that have lasted longer but have not been recorded.

In addition, the 2016 study of 600 people found that 5 long distance relationships had lasted for over 30 years and that nearly 12 had lasted for ten years.

The longest reported distance of a long distance relationship was 12,371 miles. One partner was in Santiago, Chile, and the other was in Xi’an, China.

Are Long Distance Couples More Likely to Break Up?

Long distance couples are as likely to break up as geographically close couples. The success rate of long distance relationships is 58% which means that 42% of them break up at some instance.

Here are a few long distance relationship statistics related to break-ups.

• Within 3 months of moving closer, 37% of long distance couples break up.
• The breakup rate of long distance relationships is about 42%.
• There’s a 27% chance of a long distance relationship breaking up within the starting 6 months.
• Long distance couples feel they are not or less likely to break up.
• Unplanned changes are the cause of almost 70% breakups among LDR couples.
• People believe 40.2% of long distance relationships end due to a lack of communication.
• 28.7% and 17.5% cite jealousy and cheating, respectively, as the reason for long distance relationships to end.

How Common is Cheating in Long Distance Relationships?

Some studies have found that people in long distance relationships may be more likely to cheat because of feelings of loneliness, lack of physical intimacy, or a lack of trust. However, It is difficult to say how common cheating is in long distance relationships, as it can vary depending on many factors.

The following is what long distance relationship cheating statistics show.

• 17.5% of people believe cheating is the main reason for a long distance relationship to end.
• Approximately 22% of people in Long Distnance Relationships have cheated on their partners.
• 68% of couples that meet each month believe their partners are loyal.
• Just 46% of couples who meet every 4 to 6 months believe their partners are loyal.

Why Do People Give Up on Long Distance Relationships?

It can be difficult for partners to communicate regularly and to feel like they truly understand each other’s thoughts, feelings, and experiences. This can lead to feelings of loneliness and isolation, which can make it harder to maintain the relationship.

Here are the biggest challenges according to long distance relationship statistics.

• 66% of people feel a lack of physical intimacy.
• 55% of people are afraid their partner will find someone else.
• 50% cite loneliness as the reason.
• 45% of people say the expenses are too much.
• 40% quote lack of communication as the reason.
• 33% cite time difference is hard to cope with.

How long do Long Distance Couples Go Without Seeing Each Other?

The frequency of visits for long distance couples can vary depending on a variety of factors, such as the distance between them, their financial situation, and the stage of the relationship. For some couples, it may be possible to see each other regularly, perhaps every few weeks or even every month.

For others, the distance may make it more difficult to see each other as often, and visits may be less frequent, perhaps every few months or even less often.

Long distance relationship statistics show that couples on average:

• Meet each other 1.5 times every month.
• Write 3 letters per month to each other.
• Talk for 30 minutes on the phone together.
• Talk on call after every 2.7 days.
• Exchange 343 text messages between each other weekly.

Should You Text Everyday in a Long Distance Relationship?

Yes, you can message your partner daily in a long distance relationship. But it doesn’t mean spending all the time on mobile and becoming counter-productive. Maintaining a balance between work and relationships is necessary for the betterment of both.

As the long distance relationship statistics also show, couples send 343 messages to each other weekly. This implies that 49 messages are sent daily.

Why Do People Go Into Long Distance Relationships?

According to long distance relationship statistics, the following are the most cited reasons for people to go into a long distance relationship.

• 39.8% of people cited work as their reason for long distance relationships.
• 31.4% of people cited studying as their long distance relationship reason.
• 17% of people are in a long distance relationship because of dating online.
• Only 0.6% of people cited the military as their LDR reason.

What Psychology Says About Long Distance Relationships?

Here are 2 psychological facts about long distance relationships.

You Will Feel More Scared, Stressed, and Lonely

One might feel that they are missing out and their partner is enjoying life without them. This can result in a feeling of loneliness and make you feel depressed at the same time. However, the person should accept that their partner would also be feeling the same.

There Will Be a Fear of Cheating

Couples in long distance relationships often feel that they are being cheated on. In fact, 22% of people have claimed to cheat in an LDR. However, couples who meet often believe their partners are loyal to them.

Are Long Distance Relationships Healthy?

Visiting each other frequently is one of the pillars of a healthy long distance relationship. 68% of couples who visit each other every month believe their partner is loyal according to LDR statistics.

And of course, communication is always key. Do maintain your personal space, but try to always keep in touch with your partner. On average, people in LDRs send 343 messages each week and call each other after every 2.7 days.

Sources

• longdistancerelationshipstatistics.com
• Atlas Obscura
• Natcom
• Wikipedia
• Cision
• NYPost

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Speed Dating Statistics [2023] – How Successful is Speed Dating?

Speed dating is a popular way to meet potential partners, and has been around since the late 1990s.

This type of event typically involves a large group of individuals, who are each given a short amount of time to talk with one another before moving on to the next person. The goal of speed dating is to quickly determine whether or not there is mutual interest between two people and to potentially set up a future date.

In this article, we will check some of the statistics surrounding speed dating, including the success rates, demographics of participants, and more.

Key Speed Dating Statistics

• Speed dating normally has a 5-6% success rate.
• The majority of people make their judgments about others in as little as 3 seconds
• On average, people in speed-dating events experience 2 or 3 matches out of 10.
• 3 to 8 minutes is the usual time for a speed date round.
• 45% of women and 22% of men make up their minds within 30 seconds.
• African-Americans have a 20.24% chance of getting a match.
• People belonging to the same race have a match rate of 16.08%.
• Women aged 27 are likely to get the most matches.
• The gender that is sitting is more selective than the one rotating
• Men over 30 get more matches than women.
• 30% of men look for attractiveness in a woman.
• 24% of females look for intelligence in a man.
• People of business backgrounds have the most chances of getting a match in a speed dating event.
• The first speed dating event was held in 1998 in Beverly Hills, California.
• More than 50% of all singles have tried speed dating at some point in their lives.
• The average duration of a speed dating event is 2-3 hours.
• Participants typically go on 10-15 dates per event.
• Women are more likely to attend speed dating events than men.
• Around 60% of participants attend a speed dating event with friends.
• More than 70% of speed dating participants indicate that they are open to seeing their dates again.
• The most popular time of year for speed dating events is Valentine’s Day.
• The average time spent on a date during a speed dating event is between 5-10 minutes.
• Speed dating events typically have a 50/50 gender ratio.
• Most speed dating events charge between $20 and $40 per person.
• The most common profession among speed dating participants is a teacher.
• The success rate of speed dating is higher than that of online dating.
• Around 30% of speed dating participants end up in a long-term relationship with someone they met at an event.

What is the Success Rate of Speed Dating?

The success rate of speed dating is difficult to determine, as it can depend on a variety of factors, such as the number of participants, the location of the event, and the specific demographics of the individuals.

However, some studies have attempted to measure the success rate of speed dating. Here are some interesting facts and figures regarding the success rate of speed dating.

• Speed dating has a success rate of 5 to 6%.
• People in speeding dating events usually match with 2 or 3 out of 10 people.
• The majority of people make their judgments about others in as little as 3 seconds.
• People match with around 13% on average in speed dating events.
• 17 to 19% of women and men can’t find a match through speed dating.

Does Speed Dating Ever Work?

While speed dating may not have a high success rate, it can be a fun and efficient way to meet new people and potentially make new friends.

Here are some stats that answer the question:

• Women are more likely to see someone when there are a low number of men.
• The initial and final impression plays an important role.
• Business professionals have more success rate compared to other professionals in a speed date.
• 45% of women and 22% of men make up their minds within 30 seconds.
• The gender that is sitting is more selective than the one rotating.

How Long Do Speed Dating Rounds Last?

• Speed dating rounds last for about 3 to 8 minutes depending upon the event.

Speed Dating Race Demographics

Here are some interesting facts and figures regarding speed dating race demographics:

• 17.07% is the match rate for people belonging to the same race.
• 16.08% is the match rate for people belonging to different races.

Which Race is More Likely to Get a Match in Speed Dating?

Studies have shown that people have a tendency to match with people who share similar characteristics such as race, age, education, and occupation.

Here are some interesting statistics about that:

• African-Americans have a 20.24% chance of getting a match.
• 18.52% is the match rate for Latinos.
• Caucasians and Asians have a speed dating match rate of 16.67% and 13.47%.
• Other races have a match rate of 19.73%.

Speed Dating Age Demographics

Speed dating events typically target singles in a specific age range. Here are some interesting facts:

• Women aged 21-30 have a higher chance of getting a match.
• Men aged 21-29 have a higher chance of getting a match.
• Men over 30 get more matches than women.

What Age of Women Are Likely to Get a Match in Speed Dating?

• Women aged 27 are likely to get the most matches.

What Age of Men Are Likely to Get a Match in Speed Dating?

• Men aged 25 are likely to get the most matches.

Speed Dating Gender Preferences

Research has shown that men and women may have different preferences when it comes to the genders of their potential matches. Here are some interesting facts and figures about gender preferences in Speed dating:

• People from both genders rating themselves higher on the attractiveness scale received more matches.
• Most men prefer attractiveness to a woman.
• Most females prefer intelligence in a man.

What Do Males Look For in Speed Dating?

In speed dating, men look for a variety of qualities in potential partners, such as physical attraction, intelligence, and a good sense of humor. They may also be looking for someone who shares similar interests or values. Here are some interesting statistics about it:

• 30% of men look for attractiveness in a woman.
• 22% of men look for intelligence.
• 20% look for fun.
• 18% and 10% look for sincerity and ambition, respectively.

What Do Females Look For in Speed Dating?

Women put more weight on qualities such as kindness, respectfulness, and emotional intelligence. Let’s take a look at the statistics about it:

• 24% of females look for intelligence in a man.
• 21% of women prefer sincerity over anything else.
• 20% of women look for attractiveness and fun.
• 15% of women prefer ambitious men.

People From Which Profession Get Most Matches in Speed Dating?

Athletes have a higher chance of getting a match compared to these other professions, followed by Business professionals and individuals from academic fields.

Let’s take a look at some interesting facts and figures about it:

• Business professionals have a 17% chance of getting a match in speed dating.
• People belonging to the research or academic field have a match rate of 15.52%.
• 30% is the match rate for athletes (which is the highest for any profession).

How Many People Are At a Speed Dating Event?

• On average, there are 10 to 25 people in a speed dating event.

Sources

• The New York Times
• University of Pennsylvania
• Stanford Graduate School of Business
• Northwestern University
• Columbia Business School

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