Americans are often portrayed as adventurous, but in reality, most live close to their parents. Factors such as aging parents and education influence whether someone moves away. 25% live alone, and the average age for first marriage is 29 for men and 27 for women. 44% of 18-29 year olds have a half-sibling.
In movies and books, Americans are often portrayed as adventurous, setting out on their own to remote places. But in reality, many Americans prefer to stay much closer to home. According to the New York Times analysis of a large-scale study, the typical American lives 18 miles from his or her mother. Another interesting finding was that only 20% of US adults live more than a two-hour drive from their parents. The paper suggested a number of factors influence whether or not someone ventures far from home, such as aging parents who need support from their children and new parents who cannot afford to pay for childcare and then rely on their families. Education and opportunity also come into play. The more educated a person has, the more likely they are to move further away from their hometown, as higher-paying jobs may require moving to a big city. This is especially true for dual career marriages. According to the survey, the trend of staying close to home has actually grown in recent decades and is likely to continue, as baboomers are turning to their children for support in their golden years.
Familiar facts in America:
About 25% of Americans live alone.
On average, American men get married for the first time at age 29, while for American women, the average age is 27.
44% of Americans between the ages of 18 and 29 have a half-sibling.
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