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Between 1975 and 2002, the share of Americans who had never married increased from about 24 percent to 29 percent.
More U.S. Women Outearning Their Husbands
In 1990, about 22 percent of women in dual-income households earned more than their husbands; by 2002, this percentage increased to 28 percent.
Marriage Boosts Individual Earnings
Men of all ages earn more money if they are married.
While U.S. Households Contract, Homes Expand
The average size of new single-family homes increased from 1,500 square feet to over 2,200 square feet between 1970 and 2000.
Diversity, Poverty Characterize Female-Headed Households
About 8 percent of American households can be categorized as female-headed households with children, but there is significant variation by race and ethnicity.
Solitaire Set Continues to Grow
Between 1970 and 2002, the percentage of adults who lived alone increased from 8 percent to 14 percent.
Traditional Families Account for Only 7 Percent of U.S. Households
In 2002, only 7 percent of all U.S. households consisted of married couples with children in which only the husband worked.
Updated October 22, 2003
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