Older Americans are more likely than younger adults to vote, donate and follow news
% of U.S. adults who say they …
Source: Pew Research Center survey of U.S. adults conducted July 9-Dec. 5, 2025.
“How Americans Are Engaged With News, Politics, Religion and Civic Life”
PEW-KNIGHT INITIATIVE
Older Americans are more likely than younger adults to vote, donate and follow news
% of U.S. adults who say they …
| Ages 18-29 | 30-49 | 50-64 | 65+ | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Voted in the 2024 presidential election | 45 | 55 | 66 | 77 |
| Donated >$25 to a nonpolitical group in the past year | 31 | 45 | 48 | 59 |
| Follow national news at least somewhat closely | 64 | 66 | 78 | 83 |
| Attend religious services in person at least monthly | 32 | 27 | 31 | 39 |
Source: Pew Research Center survey of U.S. adults conducted July 9-Dec. 5, 2025.
“How Americans Are Engaged With News, Politics, Religion and Civic Life”
PEW-KNIGHT INITIATIVE
