This group includes singles of all ages and most of them are open to a relationship if one comes along.Īmong those who are married or in a relationship, meeting through friends or family is the most popular way to have met their partner. In particular, daters younger than age 40 are less likely than older daters to be looking for only casual dates.Ī small share of singles report that they are, in fact, currently casually dating someone.
Of the half who are not looking for a relationship or dates at the moment, having more important priorities and enjoying being single are their top reasons why they are not looking to date.įor those who are on the dating market, about half are open to either a relationship or casual dates, and relatively few are looking only for something casual.