A recent analysis reveals a growing marriage gap in the U.S., with falling marriage rates for women without college degrees, while those with degrees maintain stable rates. This trend is closely tied to economic struggles faced by men lacking degrees, leading to decreased marriage prospects. Statistics show a significant disparity, with 71% of degree-holding women married by age 45 compared to just 52% for their non-degree counterparts. The research indicates this pattern will continue, although many college-educated women have historically married non-college educated men who are higher earners within their peer group.
The drop-off in marriage rates for women without degrees has everything to do with their male counterparts, the researchers find.
A 'good' man has become harder to find, at least for women with less than a four-year degree.
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