Single-Parent Households Skyrocket in US, Globally
| 1980 | 1990 | 2000 | 2008 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Japan | 4.9 | 5.8 | 8.3 | 10.2 |
| France | 10.2 | 13.2 | 17.4 | 19.8 |
| United Kingdom | 13.9 | 19.4 | 20.7 | 25 |
| United States | 19.5 | 24 | 27 | 29.5 |
Sources:
census.gov
| 1980 | 1990 | 2000 | 2008 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Japan | 4.9 | 5.8 | 8.3 | 10.2 |
| France | 10.2 | 13.2 | 17.4 | 19.8 |
| United Kingdom | 13.9 | 19.4 | 20.7 | 25 |
| United States | 19.5 | 24 | 27 | 29.5 |