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Americans spending less time socializing across all age groups

Americans are spending less time socializing, with average daily social interaction decreasing from 45 to 35 minutes over the past two decades. This trend is most pronounced in younger demographics, where time spent socializing has dropped significantly. Factors contributing to this decline include increased smartphone usage, the persistence of remote work, and a reduction in public gathering spaces. AI

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Americans spending less time socializing across all age groups

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  1. Axios Technology TIER_1 English(EN) · Erica Pandey ·

    Americans of all ages are spending less time socializing

    <div>Data: <a href="https://www.bls.gov/tus/" target="_blank">U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics</a>. Chart: Danielle Alberti/Axios</div><p>Americans are <a href="https://www.axios.com/2026/05/13/americans-neighbors-socializing-less" target="_blank">spending less time hanging out</a…