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  1. c

    U.S. Divorce Rate: A Declining Trend (2000-2022)

    • consumershield.com
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    Updated Dec 18, 2024
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    ConsumerShield Research Team (2024). U.S. Divorce Rate: A Declining Trend (2000-2022) [Dataset]. https://www.consumershield.com/articles/what-is-the-divorce-rate-in-the-us
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    Dataset updated
    Dec 18, 2024
    Dataset authored and provided by
    ConsumerShield Research Team
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    Attribution-ShareAlike 4.0 (CC BY-SA 4.0)https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/
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    Area covered
    United States
    Description

    The graph displays the divorce rate per 1,000 people in the United States from 2000 to 2022. The x-axis represents the years, labeled from '00 to '22, while the y-axis indicates the divorce rate per 1,000 individuals. The divorce rate starts at 4.0 per 1,000 in 2000 and 2001, which are the highest values in the dataset. Over the years, there is a general downward trend, with the rate decreasing to 2.3 per 1,000 in 2020, the lowest point recorded. In 2021 and 2022, the rate slightly fluctuates, rising to 2.5 and then decreasing to 2.4 per 1,000 respectively. The data highlights a consistent decline in the divorce rate over the 22-year period.

  2. U.S. - divorce rate 2022, by state

    • statista.com
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    Updated Jun 23, 2025
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    Statista (2025). U.S. - divorce rate 2022, by state [Dataset]. https://www.statista.com/statistics/621703/divorce-rate-in-the-united-states-by-state/
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    Jun 23, 2025
    Dataset authored and provided by
    Statistahttp://statista.com/
    Time period covered
    2022
    Area covered
    United States
    Description

    Despite public opinion that divorce is becoming more frequent in the United States, the divorce rate actually seems to be declining, with Nevada being the top state for divorce in 2022, with a rate of *** divorces per 1,000 of the population, followed by Oklahoma, Arkansas, Idaho, and Wyoming. Marriage and divorce in Nevada Nevada has one of the highest marriage rates in the country, and Las Vegas is a popular wedding destination. Nevada is one of the few states in the U.S. that allows couples to get a marriage license and get married immediately afterwards. In addition, Nevada is a no-fault divorce state, which means that couples do not need to address the reason behind the divorce. Divorced couples in the U.S. In recent years, the number of divorced individuals over age 50 in the U.S. seems to have surpassed the number of those who were under the age of 30, but whether the younger generation remains married longer than generations past is yet to be seen. Additionally, far more children of divorced parents lived with a female single parent, rather than a male single parent.

  3. c

    Percentage of U.S. Marriages Ending in Divorce: Fluctuating Trends...

    • consumershield.com
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    Updated Nov 6, 2024
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    ConsumerShield Research Team (2024). Percentage of U.S. Marriages Ending in Divorce: Fluctuating Trends (2000-2022) [Dataset]. https://www.consumershield.com/articles/what-percentage-of-marriages-end-in-divorce
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    csvAvailable download formats
    Dataset updated
    Nov 6, 2024
    Dataset authored and provided by
    ConsumerShield Research Team
    License

    Attribution-ShareAlike 4.0 (CC BY-SA 4.0)https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/
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    Area covered
    United States of America
    Description

    The graph illustrates the percentage of marriages that ended in divorce in the United States from the year 2000 ('00) to 2022 ('22). The x-axis represents the years, labeled with two-digit abbreviations from '00 to '22, while the y-axis displays the divorce rates as percentages. Throughout this period, divorce rates varied between a high of 41.7% in 2002 and a low of 32.62% in 2022. The data shows a notable decline in divorce rates over the two decades, with some fluctuations occurring in the early and mid-2000s. Overall, the trend indicates a steady decrease in the proportion of marriages ending in divorce in the United States from 2000 to 2022.

  4. U.S. - divorce rate 1990-2022

    • statista.com
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    Updated Jun 23, 2025
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    Statista (2025). U.S. - divorce rate 1990-2022 [Dataset]. https://www.statista.com/statistics/195955/divorce-rate-in-the-united-states-since-1990/
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    Jun 23, 2025
    Dataset authored and provided by
    Statistahttp://statista.com/
    Area covered
    United States
    Description

    In 2022, the divorce rate in the United States stood at *** per 1,000 of the population. Divorce in the U.S. Divorce is the termination of a marital union. In the United States, as in most other countries, it is a legal process in which a judge or another legal authority dissolves the bonds of matrimony existing between two persons. The process of divorce also normally involves issues surrounding distribution of property, financial support of the former spouse, child custody and child support. A divorce also allows a person to marry again.In the United States, divorce is, like marriage, a matter for state governments, not the federal government. Although divorce laws vary from state to state, for example on which terms a divorce can be arranged, a divorce must be certified by a court of law to become effective. A declining divorce rate Over the last couple of years, both the marriage rate and the divorce rate have been declining in the United States. As of 2009, the average length of a first marriage in the U.S. was ***** years, while the average length of a second marriage was about ** years.

  5. USA - Marriage rate 1990-2022

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    Updated Jun 23, 2025
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    Statista (2025). USA - Marriage rate 1990-2022 [Dataset]. https://www.statista.com/statistics/195951/marriage-rate-in-the-united-states-since-1990/
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    Jun 23, 2025
    Dataset authored and provided by
    Statistahttp://statista.com/
    Area covered
    United States
    Description

    In 2022, the marriage rate in the United States stood at *** per 1,000 people of the population. This is a decrease from 1990 levels, when the marriage rate was *** marriages per 1,000 people. Marriage Marriage is a union that can legally, culturally, and financially bind two people. Marriage occurs between all genders, races, and cultures, and is often drastically different all around the world, due to the diversity of cultures and religions. Marriage can be recognized by a state, religious authority, or an organization. Typically viewed as a contract, it brings people together through a multitude of avenues. A part of marriage is the wedding, for which couples can decide to partake in or not. Weddings are also incredibly diverse and vary in time, money, and customs. Marriage in the United States Marriage in the United States is viewed differently across all 50 states. The number of married couples in the United States has been steadily increasing since 1960. On the other hand, the divorce rate in the United States has decreased since 1990. Nevada was the state in 2021 that had the highest marriage rate in the United States, due to easy accessibility to get married there. In 2021, Nevada was also the state with the highest divorce rate in the country.

  6. J

    DIVORCE LAW REFORMS AND DIVORCE RATES IN THE USA: AN INTERACTIVE...

    • journaldata.zbw.eu
    txt
    Updated Dec 7, 2022
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    Dukpa Kim; Tatsushi Oka; Dukpa Kim; Tatsushi Oka (2022). DIVORCE LAW REFORMS AND DIVORCE RATES IN THE USA: AN INTERACTIVE FIXED-EFFECTS APPROACH (replication data) [Dataset]. http://doi.org/10.15456/jae.2022321.0713918593
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    Dataset updated
    Dec 7, 2022
    Dataset provided by
    ZBW - Leibniz Informationszentrum Wirtschaft
    Authors
    Dukpa Kim; Tatsushi Oka; Dukpa Kim; Tatsushi Oka
    License

    Attribution 4.0 (CC BY 4.0)https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
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    Area covered
    United States
    Description

    This paper estimates the effects of unilateral divorce laws on divorce rates in the USA from a panel of state-level divorce rates. We use the interactive fixed-effects model to address the issue of endogeneity due to the association between cross-state unobserved heterogeneity and divorce law reforms. We document that earlier studies in the literature do not fully control for unobserved heterogeneity and result in mixed empirical evidence on the effects of divorce law reforms. While reconciling these conflicting results, our results suggest that divorce law reforms have temporal positive effects on divorce rates, thus confirming the 2006 findings of Wolfers. Via simulation experiments, we assess the degree to which faulty inclusion or faulty exclusion of interactive fixed effects affects the policy effect estimators. Our results suggest that faulty inclusion only results in efficiency loss whereas faulty exclusion causes bias.

  7. Average cost of honeymoon among American couples 2021, by transportation...

    • statista.com
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    Updated Jul 3, 2024
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    Statista Research Department (2024). Average cost of honeymoon among American couples 2021, by transportation mean [Dataset]. https://www.statista.com/topics/4565/divorce-in-the-us/
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    Jul 3, 2024
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    Statistahttp://statista.com/
    Authors
    Statista Research Department
    Description

    According to a survey conducted in the United States, the average cost for a honeymoon in 2021 was 4.8 thousand U.S. dollars when travelling by plane. If choosing car, the average spending dropped to 2.2 thousand U.S. dollars.

  8. Divorce rates in Europe 2020, by country (per 100 marriages)

    • statista.com
    Updated Feb 13, 2024
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    Statista (2024). Divorce rates in Europe 2020, by country (per 100 marriages) [Dataset]. https://www.statista.com/statistics/612207/divorce-rates-in-european-countries-per-100-marriages/
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    Dataset updated
    Feb 13, 2024
    Dataset authored and provided by
    Statistahttp://statista.com/
    Time period covered
    2020
    Area covered
    Europe
    Description

    According to the 2020 UNIDOMO questionnaire, Portugal clearly led the list of European countries with the highest divorce rate per 100 marriages. With 91.5 divorces the Portuguese Republic led the list, followed by Spain and Luxembourg. All three countries boast a significantly higher share than the other European countries, each reporting a divorce rate over 80 divorces.

    A different way to look at Portugal

    While Portugal clearly has the most divorces per 100 marriages, looking at divorce rates per 1.000 inhabitants in other European countries alters the picture of the country as one unsettled by significant numbers of divorces. With nearly 1.7 divorces per 1,000 inhabitants Portugal has roughly the same divorce rate as Germany and the Netherlands. Interesting is furthermore that although marriages in Portugal tend to result in divorce lightly more often as in Luxembourg (80.3%), the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg experienced a 0.6 point higher divorce rate.

    What about the rest of the World?

    While compared with Latin American countries like Guatemala or Peru, ranked among the countries with the lowest divorce rates in the world, Luxembourg’s divorce rate seems excessive. However, when compared with divorce rates (per 1.000 inhabitants) of countries like the United States (2.7) or China (3.5) divorce rates from Luxembourg and Europe are not out of the ordinary.

  9. Divorce rate in China 2000-2023

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    Updated Jun 23, 2025
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    Statista (2025). Divorce rate in China 2000-2023 [Dataset]. https://www.statista.com/statistics/279449/divorce-rate-in-china/
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    Jun 23, 2025
    Dataset authored and provided by
    Statistahttp://statista.com/
    Area covered
    China
    Description

    As of 2023, the divorce rate in China decreased to *** divorces per 1,000 inhabitants. Before 2020, this number had been constantly increasing since 2002. Divorce rate in Asian countries The divorce rate in China soared from around **** divorces per 1,000 people in 2000 to **** divorces in 2019. This is a quite high value compared to the divorce rate of countries in the Asia Pacific region. However, China shares the fate of a growing divorce rate with many other developing countries, while in most developed countries, the number of divorces per 1,000 inhabitants is either stable or falling. For example, the divorce rate in Singapore has been manly stable at *** divorces per 1,000 inhabitants in the last ten years and the divorce rate in South Korea has fallen from *** in 2009 to *** in 2023. In comparison, the U.S. divorce rate has been falling since 1992 from *** divorces per 1,000 people to *** divorces in 2022. Dating scene in China For the younger generations, dating and marriage happens (if at all) at a much later life stage compared to their parents. The fact that China has the highest working hours in the region does not ease the dire situation for singles in China, most of them being employed as professionals or employed in the media sector, where long working hours and high work pressure are quite common.

  10. Marriage rates in the U.S. 2022, by state

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    • statista.com
    Updated Dec 2, 2024
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    Statista (2024). Marriage rates in the U.S. 2022, by state [Dataset]. https://www.ai-chatbox.pro/?_=%2Fstatistics%2F227305%2Fhighest-marriage-rates-by-us-state%2F%23XgboD02vawLbpWJjSPEePEUG%2FVFd%2Bik%3D
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    Dec 2, 2024
    Dataset authored and provided by
    Statistahttp://statista.com/
    Time period covered
    2022
    Area covered
    United States
    Description

    In 2022, Nevada had the highest marriage rate in the United States, with 25.9 marriages per 1,000 residents. Hawaii had the second-highest marriage rate, at 14.4 marriages per 1,000 residents. The falling marriage rate Perhaps unsurprisingly, the marriage rate in the United States has fallen since 1990, although it has leveled off in the past decade. This means that fewer and fewer people are getting married than in years past, particularly as views about marriage have changed in the U.S. However, despite changing perceptions about marriage and a falling marriage rate, there were more married couples in the United States in 2021 than there were in 1960. First comes love, then comes marriage Weddings and marriage have changed in the United States in recent years as people have been staying single longer, and especially gay marriage and inter-racial marriage have become more socially acceptable. The changing face of America means that love and relationships are changing as well, and what is socially acceptable within a relationship will continue to change with it.

  11. Family Law Software Market Report | Global Forecast From 2025 To 2033

    • dataintelo.com
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    Updated Jan 7, 2025
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    Dataintelo (2025). Family Law Software Market Report | Global Forecast From 2025 To 2033 [Dataset]. https://dataintelo.com/report/global-family-law-software-market
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    pptx, pdf, csvAvailable download formats
    Dataset updated
    Jan 7, 2025
    Dataset authored and provided by
    Dataintelo
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    https://dataintelo.com/privacy-and-policyhttps://dataintelo.com/privacy-and-policy

    Time period covered
    2024 - 2032
    Area covered
    Global
    Description

    Family Law Software Market Outlook



    The global family law software market size reached an estimated value of USD 535.2 million in 2023 and is expected to grow significantly to USD 1.08 billion by 2032, reflecting a robust CAGR of 8.1% from 2024 to 2032. This growth is driven primarily by the increasing complexity of family law cases and the rising demand for efficient and accurate legal solutions.



    Several factors contribute to the rapid growth of the family law software market. The legal industry is experiencing a digital transformation, with law firms and legal practitioners increasingly relying on technology to manage cases, streamline workflows, and improve efficiency. Family law is no exception, with specialized software being developed to handle intricate case details, automate document creation, and ensure compliance with legal standards. Moreover, the growing volume of family law cases, driven by rising divorce rates and complex family structures, necessitates the use of sophisticated software tools to manage and navigate these cases effectively.



    Another significant growth factor is the increasing awareness and adoption of cloud-based solutions. Cloud-based family law software offers several advantages, including remote access, real-time collaboration, and reduced IT infrastructure costs. Law firms and individual practitioners are increasingly opting for cloud solutions to enhance flexibility and accessibility, enabling them to work from anywhere and collaborate seamlessly with clients and colleagues. This trend is further accelerated by the COVID-19 pandemic, which has highlighted the importance of remote work and digital solutions in maintaining business continuity.



    Furthermore, the integration of advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) into family law software is expected to drive market growth. These technologies enable predictive analytics, automated legal research, and intelligent document management, helping legal professionals make data-driven decisions and improve case outcomes. The ability to leverage AI and ML for tasks such as case analysis, risk assessment, and client communication is transforming the way family law practitioners operate, leading to increased adoption of these advanced software solutions.



    In the context of rising divorce rates and complex family dynamics, Divorce Counseling Service has become an essential component for many individuals navigating the legal and emotional aspects of separation. Divorce counseling provides crucial support to clients, helping them manage the stress and emotional turmoil that often accompany divorce proceedings. By offering guidance and coping strategies, these services complement the legal process, ensuring that clients are better prepared to handle the challenges of divorce. As family law practitioners increasingly recognize the importance of holistic support, integrating divorce counseling services into their practice can enhance client satisfaction and improve overall case outcomes.



    Regionally, North America holds the largest market share in the family law software market, driven by the presence of major legal technology providers and the high adoption rate of advanced legal solutions. Europe follows closely, with a growing number of legal firms and practitioners investing in digital transformation. The Asia Pacific region is expected to witness significant growth during the forecast period, fueled by increasing awareness of legal technology and the expansion of the legal industry in emerging economies. Latin America and the Middle East & Africa are also anticipated to experience steady growth, supported by ongoing legal reforms and the modernization of legal systems.



    Component Analysis



    The family law software market can be segmented based on components into software and services. The software segment is further divided into standalone software and integrated software suites. The demand for standalone software solutions is driven by small and medium-sized law firms that require specific functionalities without the need for comprehensive suites. These solutions offer targeted features such as case management, document automation, and client communication, enabling legal professionals to handle family law cases efficiently.



    On the other hand, integrated software suites are gaining traction among larger law firms and government agencies that require comprehensive solutions to man

  12. Honeymoon adjustments to due COVID-19 among American couples 2021

    • statista.com
    Updated Jul 3, 2024
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    Statista Research Department (2024). Honeymoon adjustments to due COVID-19 among American couples 2021 [Dataset]. https://www.statista.com/topics/4565/divorce-in-the-us/
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    Dataset updated
    Jul 3, 2024
    Dataset provided by
    Statistahttp://statista.com/
    Authors
    Statista Research Department
    Description

    According to a survey conducted in the United States, 43 percent of American couples changed location of their honeymoon due to the coronavirus pandemic. About 41 percent of respondents, instead, said that they postponed the initial honeymoon date.

  13. Number of divorces in the U.S. 1981-2022

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    Updated Jun 23, 2025
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    Statista (2025). Number of divorces in the U.S. 1981-2022 [Dataset]. https://www.statista.com/statistics/195939/number-of-divorces-in-the-united-states-since-1981/
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    Dataset updated
    Jun 23, 2025
    Dataset authored and provided by
    Statistahttp://statista.com/
    Area covered
    United States
    Description

    In 2022, there were about ******* divorces conducted in the United States. This is a decrease from the previous year, when there were about ******* divorces conducted nationwide.

  14. Lowest divorce rate worldwide 2023, by country

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    Updated Jun 10, 2025
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    Statista (2025). Lowest divorce rate worldwide 2023, by country [Dataset]. https://www.statista.com/statistics/1226451/lowest-divorce-rate-worldwide-by-country/
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    Jun 10, 2025
    Dataset authored and provided by
    Statistahttp://statista.com/
    Area covered
    World
    Description

    As of 2023, Slovenia had the lowest divorce rate in the world, with only one divorce per 1,000 population. Croatia and Farie Island followed with 1.1 and 1.2 divorces per 1,000 inhabitants, respectively. On the other hand, West Bank & the Gaza Strip had the highest marriage rate in the world that year.

  15. Panama: divorce rate 2011-2021

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    Updated Aug 23, 2024
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    Statista (2024). Panama: divorce rate 2011-2021 [Dataset]. https://www.statista.com/statistics/718015/divorce-rate-panama/
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    Aug 23, 2024
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    Statistahttp://statista.com/
    Area covered
    Panama
    Description

    The number of divorces per 10,000 inhabitants in Panama has been oscillating slightly throughout recent years. In 2021, there were 11.7 divorces per ten thousand people in the Central American country, up from a rate of 7.3 divorces observed one year before. Moreover, the number of marriages per 1,000 people in Panama has been declining lately.

  16. Number of married couples in the U.S. 1960-2023

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    Updated Sep 23, 2024
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    Statista (2024). Number of married couples in the U.S. 1960-2023 [Dataset]. https://www.statista.com/statistics/183663/number-of-married-couples-in-the-us/
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    Sep 23, 2024
    Dataset authored and provided by
    Statistahttp://statista.com/
    Area covered
    United States
    Description

    How many married couples are in the U.S.? In 2023, there were 62.18 million married couples in the United States. This is an increase from 40.2 million married couples in 1960. Marriage in the U.S. While the number of married couples in the U.S. has increased in the past few decades, this could very well just be due to population change, since while the U.S. population has been increasing, the marriage rate has decreased significantly since 1990. In addition, the divorce rate has almost halved since 1990 despite concerns that more people are getting divorced than in years past. Same-sex marriage in the U.S. After years of advocacy, same-sex marriage became legal in the United States in June 2015. The U.S. Supreme Court ruled that same-sex marriage was legal in a landmark ruling in the case of Obergefell v. Hodges. In 2015, a clear majority of Americans were in favor of the legalization of same-sex marriage, and approval has only been increasing in the years since.

  17. Lowest divorce rate worldwide 2025, by country

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    Updated Oct 16, 2024
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    Statista Research Department (2024). Lowest divorce rate worldwide 2025, by country [Dataset]. https://www.statista.com/topics/797/weddings-and-marriage/
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    Oct 16, 2024
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    Statistahttp://statista.com/
    Authors
    Statista Research Department
    Description

    As of 2025, Sri Lanka had the lowest divorce rate in the world, with 0.15 divorces per 1,000 population. Vietnam and Guatemala followed with 0.2 divorces per 1,000 inhabitants.

  18. Survey on blame for divorce among Americans in 2016

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    Updated Aug 8, 2024
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    Statista (2024). Survey on blame for divorce among Americans in 2016 [Dataset]. https://www.statista.com/statistics/665997/blame-for-failed-marriage-united-states-survey/
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    Aug 8, 2024
    Dataset authored and provided by
    Statistahttp://statista.com/
    Time period covered
    Mar 2016
    Area covered
    United States
    Description

    This statistic shows the results of a survey among divorced Americans regarding who is to blame for their divorce. 55 percent of respondents said that it was their partner's fault that they had to resort to divorce.

  19. Marital status of the U.S. population 2022, by sex

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    Updated Jul 5, 2024
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    Statista (2024). Marital status of the U.S. population 2022, by sex [Dataset]. https://www.statista.com/statistics/242030/marital-status-of-the-us-population-by-sex/
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    Jul 5, 2024
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    Statistahttp://statista.com/
    Time period covered
    2022
    Area covered
    United States
    Description

    In 2022, there were 67.85 million married men and 68.45 million married women living in the United States. This is compared to 3.7 million widowed men and 11.48 million widowed women.

    Marriage in the United States

    Nevada had the highest marriage rate in the United States in 2021, followed by Hawaii and Montana. This can be attributed to marriage accessibility in the state. Las Vegas weddings are known for being quick, easy, and inexpensive chapel weddings. In comparison to the cheap weddings available in Las Vegas, the average expenditure for a wedding in the United States was the highest in New Jersey, clocking in at 51,000 U.S. dollars.

    Same-sex marriage

    The number of Americans who think that same-sex marriage should be recognized by law has more than doubled since 1996, while the number of Americans who think it should not be valid has decreased. It was not until June 26, 2015 that the United States Supreme Court legalized same-sex marriage in all 50 states. Before then, it was up to the states to decide if they allowed same-sex marriage. States in the Southeast are the most opposed to same-sex marriage, whereas the strongest support comes from Northern coastal states.

  20. Divorce rate in Germany 1960-2023

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    Updated Jan 13, 2025
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    Statista (2025). Divorce rate in Germany 1960-2023 [Dataset]. https://www.statista.com/statistics/1331157/divorce-rate-in-germany/
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    Jan 13, 2025
    Dataset authored and provided by
    Statistahttp://statista.com/
    Area covered
    Germany
    Description

    In 2023, the divorce rate in Germany lay at about 35.74 percent. The highest divorce rate at almost 52 percent was recorded in 2005. Since then, divorce rates have ranged between 30 and 50 percent. The divorce rate compares the number of marriages with the number of divorces in the same period under review. Accordingly, the divorce rate does not provide any information about the ‘divorce risk’ of a particular marriage cohort, as the divorces do not relate to a marriage year.

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ConsumerShield Research Team (2024). U.S. Divorce Rate: A Declining Trend (2000-2022) [Dataset]. https://www.consumershield.com/articles/what-is-the-divorce-rate-in-the-us

U.S. Divorce Rate: A Declining Trend (2000-2022)

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Area covered
United States
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The graph displays the divorce rate per 1,000 people in the United States from 2000 to 2022. The x-axis represents the years, labeled from '00 to '22, while the y-axis indicates the divorce rate per 1,000 individuals. The divorce rate starts at 4.0 per 1,000 in 2000 and 2001, which are the highest values in the dataset. Over the years, there is a general downward trend, with the rate decreasing to 2.3 per 1,000 in 2020, the lowest point recorded. In 2021 and 2022, the rate slightly fluctuates, rising to 2.5 and then decreasing to 2.4 per 1,000 respectively. The data highlights a consistent decline in the divorce rate over the 22-year period.

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