Impact of economy on major life decisions for young Americans in 2011

Published by Statista Research Department, Nov 2, 2011
This graph shows responses to a survey question in the United States in 2011 asking young people if they had delayed a decision in their life due to the economic situation and it's impact on them. 47 percent of 25 to 34 year olds said that they had delayed purchasing a home due to the economic situation.

Have you delayed any of the following important decisions because of the economy and its impact on you?

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Release date

November 2011

Region

United States

Survey time period

September 25, 2011 to October 4, 2011

Number of respondents

872 respondents

Age group

18-34 years

Method of interview

Telephone interview

Supplementary notes

Original question: Here are some things other people in your generation have said they have delayed because of the current economy. Please tell me if you have delayed that decision because of the economy and its impact on you.

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