Why Is Gen Z Not Having Sex? They May Be Too Broke To Date
Summary
A new national survey shows that many Gen Z adults want to have sex but are having less of it, mainly because money problems make dating hard. Financial worries like rent, student loans, and daily expenses limit their chances for romantic connections and privacy, even though they have lots of options online to meet people.Key Facts
- The 2026 Gen Z Sex Survey included 2,373 adults and was done by Playboy, the Kinsey Institute, and a sexual health brand called Julie.
- 43% of respondents said money issues made dating or keeping relationships harder.
- 39% said dating costs limit their chances of having sex or romance.
- Nearly 80% said they have a moderate to high interest in sex, but 29% had no sex in the past three months, and 20% never had sex.
- Only 32% feel their sex life is both fulfilling and consistent.
- 54% live with parents or family, and of those, 64% had no sex in the past three months, showing lack of privacy affects sex life.
- 66.5% said they do not have enough chances to meet partners, and 60% fear rejection.
- Men reported more financial barriers to dating (48%) than women (38%).
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