The common stat you hear everywhere these days is that "50% of marriages end in divorce." While this is partially accurate, that figure leaves out distribution of age groups, demographics, first, second or third marriages etc. Here are some interesting statistics about divorce rates in America:
- The divorce rate is highest for couples age 24 & younger. Chances for successful marriage improve steadily each year after age 25.
- Remarrying does NOT improve your chances! First marriage - divorce rate is 45% Second marriage - divorce rate is 60-67% Third marriage - divorce rate is 70-73%
- The divorce rate is lower for couples with children
- The "per capita" divorce rate is actually declining every year since 1991
The reality is that there are very few marriages that aren't worth saving. I'm guessing that if you are reading this, you believe that your marriage IS worth saving. And countless couples everywhere are making this same discovery!
