Divorce Statistics

Divorce Statistics: Facts and Resources

 Divorce Lawyer 

Divorce statistics are gathered by a number of diverse agencies, including the U.S. Census Bureau, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the National Center for Health Statistics, and the independent Americans for Divorce Reform.  Although these statistics are by no means comprehensive, they provide a framework for understanding the place of divorce in modern America.

• There were 2,279,000 marriages in 2004
• That is 7.8 marriages for every 1,000 people
• The divorce rate was 3.7 per 1,000 people
• 43% of all first marriages end within the first 15 years, 10% after five years
• 75% of divorcees remarry, almost half within three years
• Percent of American population divorced in 2002: 10%
• Median age of divorced people in 2002: Men 30.5, Women 29
• Median age of twice divorced people in 2002: Men 34, Women 32
• Average length of a divorce in 1997: 12 months
• Percent of first marriages ended by divorce in 1997: 50%
• Percent of second marriages ended by divorce in 1997: 60%
• Number of people divorcing each year from 1997: 2.5 million
• Standard of living decrease for women after divorce: 45%

Regardless of the specific statistics, facing a divorce without guidance can be a traumatic experience and can leave emotional scars that last a lifetime.  The knowledge, experience and dedication of a divorce attorney can help ease the logistical burden of this difficult time and give you the support that you need throughout the process.  Make sure that your rights and your interests are protected during this painful period.  

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