Match.com would be nothing without its members, and we value their opinions and experiences. Here you can learn more about who they are, how they date, and what they have to say.

Match.com Member Demographics

• 25% are under age 30; 48.6% are ages 30-49; 26.5% are age 50+
• 74% have some college or college degree
• 67.5% non-smokers, 23.6% smokers, (8.9% did not answer)
• 46% do not have children, 23% have children who at least sometimes live at home, 21.6% have children away from home, (8.8% did not answer)
• The 50+ age group is Match.com’s fastest growing demographic

Match.com Member Polls 

What's the worst mistake a blind date can make? (2,600 Answered)

• Showing up late - 28%
• Not asking me about myself - 27%
• Answering their phone or texting during the date - 45%

What is your favorite thing about online dating? (1,280 Answered)

• Meeting people I wouldn't meet otherwise - 42%
• Getting a sense of the person before we meet - 29%
• Not having to go out to bars and clubs any more - 29%

Who's a better matchmaker for you? (2,000 Answered)

• Same-sex friends - 28%
• Friends of opposite sex - 72%

Are you being more selective about first dates in today’s economy? (1,500 Answered)

• Yes - 84%
• No - 16%

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