Young men in the U.S. are increasingly identifying religion as majorly important in their lives, according to Gallup’s latest findings. In 2024-25, 42% of men aged 18-29 described religion as very important, up from 28% in 2022-23.
This shift is not mirrored among women or older adults, where religiosity levels have remained relatively stable. Among young women, around 30% reported that religion was very important.
The rise in religious importance among men aged 18-29 aligns with a broader trend of increased church attendance. For men, the percentage reporting monthly attendance rose by seven points between 2022-23 and 2024-25, reaching 40%.
This increase is attributed to factors beyond the pandemic, including potential loneliness contributing to social isolation among young people.