Frequency of reading scripture among adults with an education level of high school or less by importance of religion (2014) Switch to: Importance of religion in one's life among adults with an education level of high school or less by frequency of reading scripture

% of adults with an education level of high school or less who read scripture…

Importance of religion in one's lifeAt least once a weekOnce or twice a monthSeveral times a yearSeldom/neverDon't knowSample size
Very important56%12%7%23%1%6,289
Somewhat important15%12%12%61%1%2,486
Not too important4%5%5%85%< 1%869
Not at all important7%3%2%87%< 1%869
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Learn More: At least once a week, Once or twice a month, Several times a year, Seldom/never