From shifting marriage patterns to rising mental health concerns, 2025 offered a revealing look at the shifting realities of marriage, parenting, relationships and family well-being. Together, these findings paint a more complete picture of how Americans are engaging in family life

Here are four family trends we researched in 2025.

1. Marriage Is Changing, But Commitment Still Matters

Barna’s marriage and divorce trends analysis revealed a landscape in transition. While fewer adults are choosing marriage today, the institution still holds deep significance.

• Barna data show that just under half of  U.S. adults today are married (46%), compared to two-thirds in 1950, according to U.S. Census data.
• Pastors far surpass the national average: 91 percent are currently married, and 97 percent have been married at some point.
• In total, nearly one in five U.S. adults (18%) says they’ve experienced divorce.