| Ages 18-31 who live with parents | Ages 18-31 married and living with spouse | Ages 18-31 with other independent living arrangements | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1968 | 32 | 56 | 6 |
| 1981 | 31 | 43 | 14 |
| 2007 | 32 | 27 | 26 |
| 2012 | 36 | 23 | 27 |
Percent of 18-31 year olds for each category
Sources:
pewsocialtrends.org
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Whether it's unemployment, living arrangements, or college enrollment, there are many factors that may be exacerbating the decline in young adult marriage. It is interesting to note that from 2007-2012, the rate of young adults living at home rose by 4% while, concurrently, the marriage rate for young adults dropped by 4%.