The survey reveals that 90% of teens use YouTube, making it the most popular platform, though this has dipped slightly from 95% in 2022. TikTok and Instagram are also widely used, with around 60% of teens active on each. This data highlights a shift towards newer platforms, as traditional sites like Facebook and X decline significantly.
A striking 46% of teens claim they are online almost constantly, a number that has nearly doubled over the last decade. The highest engagement levels are seen in YouTube, TikTok, Snapchat, and Instagram, with about one-third of teens admitting to constant usage of at least one of these platforms.
The study notes distinct behavioral differences, revealing that 19% of teen girls use TikTok almost constantly compared to 13% of boys. Conversely, boys demonstrate higher frequent usage of YouTube with 19%, versus 11% of girls. These variations emphasize the impact of gender on social media habits.
Demographic factors are also significant, as the survey indicates that 28% of Black teens and 25% of Hispanic teens report almost constant usage of TikTok, contrasting with lower engagement from White teens. This reflects broader trends in social media engagement influenced by ethnicity.
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