Family Facts & Figures
- From 1921 to 1970, men typically married at age 25-29 years
- First time marriage rates for men who were 20-24 years rose significantly between 1940-1970, but fell even more drastically 30 years later
- By 2000, men were as likely to marry for the first time when aged 30-34 years as when aged 25-29
Definitions:
Age-specific first marriage rates
Glossary