In the previous post, we found out that the worst idea possible is to try getting married in New York. Well, and what are the best states for finding a spouse then? Let’s ask the Census Bureau for help.
The American Community Survey can give us an insight into the states that have the majority of unmarried men and women. Though unmarried can still live with someone without registering the relationship, it is a way to predict somehow the number of single people in the region.
If you are a woman in your 20s, you can get happy. Single men outnumber women at this age, so the dating affair gets easier for women. The states that home the majority of single men are Alaska, South Dakota, Wyoming, North Dakota, and West Virginia. The highest chances to get married are in Alaska, where the male to female ratio is 14 to 10. Or consider Hawaii with its romantic atmosphere and still advantageous position for women (13 to 10).
However, if you are a woman in her 40s, it is definitely a bad idea to seek your family happiness in Maryland, Delaware, New Jersey, Alabama, and New York. The ratio is about 6 to 10 (male to female).
Does it make sense to look for a match online?
Yes, yes, and yes!
The usage of online dating apps is growing steadily. Starting at the beginning of 2021, there was a continuous increase in monthly sessions of dating apps. In January 2022, the figure reached 170 million sessions.
Source: www.usnews.com
Of course, you are not going to install several apps. So we recommend choosing the most popular ones or the ones that guarantee some particular features, say, extra security. According to stats, the most widely used apps are Tinder, Bumble, and Match.
Which states are more open to cohabiting?
In some states, you can find couples who live for years together before getting married. For example, New York, Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Oregon, and Washington. If you don’t like cohabiting, choose Mississippi, Alabama, Utah, Georgia, or New Jersey. It will be easier to get married in a state where family values are more important and observed.
Which states are better for family life?
Utah, by the way, is indeed good for marriage. This state has the majority of married couples (60%). And people get married quite early here. The average age for women to get married here is 24.8 years. Other states with strong family values and marriage rates are Idaho, New Jersey, New Hampshire, and Nebraska. And Louisiana, New York, Mississippi, and Rhode Island would be more interesting for those who like to date and enjoy life as a single rather than a spouse.
Is remarriage popular?
Remarriage is getting more popular among Americans. In 20% of new couples, both partners have already gotten divorced before. The figure keeps growing. And there are more men than women who get married again. According to the data collected by Pew Research Center, women are a lot less interested in a second marriage after going through a divorce, which explains their lower rate of remarrying. Some states got particularly noted for multiple marriages. In Arkansans, for example, 8% of people older than 15 had been married at least 3 times in their life (2019)! So, don’t be sad if you haven’t found a soul mate yet. Your happiness can be very close.
Why do people get married?
According to Pew Research Center, 88% of Americans get married for the sake of love. The second reason is making lifelong commitments (81%) and seeking a companion (76%). That said, love is still the best motivator for people to start living together and building a long-term bond. This is cute, isn’t it? However, other reasons still exist. About 23% of respondents say that legal rights and benefits motivate them to get married, and 28% of people are looking for financial stability through a relationship.
How to keep a good relationship in marriage?
One thing is to get married, and another one is to stay happy together. The survey revealed that the key is to have some interests in common (64% of respondents consider it the main factor in their happy life). No less important is the sexual life of partners, which got 61% of the votes. Don’t underestimate household chores. They constitute 56% of the success of a happy marriage.
What are the states with the majority of same-sex marriages?
Same-sex marriages are steadily growing. The states that count the majority of LGBT couples are Delaware, Oregon, Massachusetts, New Mexico, the District of Columbia, and Washington. So if you are interested in an LGBT relationship, it will be way easier for you to start it there.