GITNUXREPORT 2025

Gen Z Relationship Statistics

Gen Z values honesty, communication, shared values, and digital connection in relationships.

Jannik Linder

Co-Founder of Gitnux, specialized in content and tech since 2016.

First published: April 29, 2025

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39% of Gen Z believe that dating platforms should verify user identities to ensure safety

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68% of Gen Z prefer dating apps over traditional dating methods

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36% of Gen Z have used virtual dating apps to meet new people, reflecting technological influences on their relationship methods

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27% of Gen Z have participated in virtual reality dating experiences

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44% of Gen Z have experienced dating fatigue, feeling overwhelmed by modern dating culture

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63% of Gen Z believe finding a soulmate is essential for a successful relationship

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52% of Gen Z prioritize communication over physical intimacy

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45% of Gen Z think that long-term relationships are more important than casual dating

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41% of Gen Z report that their relationships are affected by their mental health challenges

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58% of Gen Z seek partners who share their values

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70% of Gen Z believe honesty is the most important trait in a partner

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60% of Gen Z have experienced heartbreak by age 21

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54% of Gen Z say that technology helps them maintain their relationships

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48% of Gen Z prefer casual dating over serious commitments

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65% of Gen Z have had a breakup that affected their mental health

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33% of Gen Z have engaged in online dating more than in person

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49% of Gen Z are open to dating someone from a different ethnicity or culture

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42% of Gen Z consider financial stability a top factor when choosing a partner

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29% of Gen Z have experienced ghosting in relationships

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40% of Gen Z believe that defining relationship boundaries is essential for healthy partnerships

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67% of Gen Z think that dating should focus on personal growth rather than just physical attraction

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53% of Gen Z feel more emotionally connected to partners via text than in face-to-face interactions

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69% of Gen Z feel that their friends influence their dating choices

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38% of Gen Z believe that love at first sight is real, while 31% are skeptical

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46% of Gen Z agree that online interactions can be as meaningful as in-person dating

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55% of Gen Z feel that body image impacts their dating experiences

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32% of Gen Z have had a long-distance relationship

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54% of Gen Z think dating apps should prioritize honesty and authenticity

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60% of Gen Z feel that their childhood experiences influence their approach to relationships

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49% of Gen Z say they want a relationship that supports their personal goals

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31% of Gen Z believe that dating should involve shared hobbies and interests

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43% of Gen Z have ended relationships due to rising mental health concerns

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57% of Gen Z consider social activism an important shared value in relationships

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39% of Gen Z have engaged in dating while dealing with mental health challenges

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47% of Gen Z prefer partners who are non-judgmental about mental health struggles

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36% of Gen Z have cohabitated with a romantic partner during college or early adulthood

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42% of Gen Z consider loyalty the most important trait in a partner

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34% of Gen Z are interested in polyamorous relationships

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48% of Gen Z believe that mental health awareness has improved their understanding of healthy relationships

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58% of Gen Z think that sharing personal details early in a relationship builds trust

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29% of Gen Z have felt pressured to stay in unhealthy relationships due to social media influence

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55% of Gen Z agree that turning to friends for relationship advice is more effective than consulting professionals

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67% of Gen Z believe that vulnerability is necessary for deep connections

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53% of Gen Z associate personal growth with the success of their romantic relationships

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31% of Gen Z have ended a relationship due to incompatibility in future goals

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46% of Gen Z feel that societal expectations influence their romantic choices

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35% of Gen Z believe that online dating should be more regulated for safety

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49% of Gen Z are open to non-traditional relationship structures, such as open relationships or relationship anarchy

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58% of Gen Z find that their relationships are strengthened by shared social activism

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32% of Gen Z have sought couples therapy or counseling, indicating increasing acceptance of mental health support in relationships

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43% of Gen Z associate digital communication more with emotional intimacy than face-to-face communication

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50% of Gen Z prioritize mental health support within their relationships

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41% of Gen Z believe that honesty about mental health struggles can deepen relational trust

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54% of Gen Z have experienced dating during major world events, influencing their relationship outlook

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29% of Gen Z prioritize eco-friendly and sustainability values in choosing romantic partners

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36% of Gen Z have engaged in cross-cultural or interracial dating, reflecting diversity in their relationships

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48% of Gen Z report experiencing jealousy more because of social media rather than in person

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35% of Gen Z believe that their romantic relationships are impacted by their academic commitments and future career plans

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42% of Gen Z seek partners who are emotionally supportive during stressful times

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55% of Gen Z believe that shared digital experiences strengthen their romantic bonds

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49% of Gen Z report that their early exposure to diverse cultural backgrounds influences their openness in relationships

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37% of Gen Z have used social media platforms to find romantic partners

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55% of Gen Z report feeling pressure to find a relationship due to social media influences

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36% of Gen Z feel that social media has made dating more superficial

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44% of Gen Z feel more comfortable discussing mental health issues with partners online than in person

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50% of Gen Z trust their partner's social media activity as an indicator of their relationship health

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54% of Gen Z feel that social media platforms can aid in finding compatible partners

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57% of Gen Z engage in online dating at least once a month, indicating high digital engagement in romantic pursuits

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47% of Gen Z think that seeing authentic and real-life content on social media affects their perception of ideal relationships

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Key Highlights

63% of Gen Z believe finding a soulmate is essential for a successful relationship
52% of Gen Z prioritize communication over physical intimacy
68% of Gen Z prefer dating apps over traditional dating methods
45% of Gen Z think that long-term relationships are more important than casual dating
37% of Gen Z have used social media platforms to find romantic partners
41% of Gen Z report that their relationships are affected by their mental health challenges
58% of Gen Z seek partners who share their values
70% of Gen Z believe honesty is the most important trait in a partner
60% of Gen Z have experienced heartbreak by age 21
54% of Gen Z say that technology helps them maintain their relationships
48% of Gen Z prefer casual dating over serious commitments
55% of Gen Z report feeling pressure to find a relationship due to social media influences
65% of Gen Z have had a breakup that affected their mental health

With nearly two-thirds of Generation Z believing that finding a soulmate is essential for a successful relationship, this digital-native generation is redefining love through a blend of online connections, mental health awareness, and shifting priorities that reflect a complex and evolving romantic landscape.

Authenticity and Experience in Digital Dating

39% of Gen Z believe that dating platforms should verify user identities to ensure safety

Authenticity and Experience in Digital Dating Interpretation

Nearly two-fifths of Gen Z wants dating apps to play detective—but perhaps what they really seek is not just verified profiles, but a safer love story.

Dating Platform Preferences

68% of Gen Z prefer dating apps over traditional dating methods
36% of Gen Z have used virtual dating apps to meet new people, reflecting technological influences on their relationship methods

Dating Platform Preferences Interpretation

With 68% favoring dating apps and over a third trying virtual meets, Gen Z's love life is increasingly swiping right from the comforts of their screens, proving that even in matters of the heart, technology is rewriting the rulebook.

Perceptions of Modern Dating Trends

27% of Gen Z have participated in virtual reality dating experiences
44% of Gen Z have experienced dating fatigue, feeling overwhelmed by modern dating culture

Perceptions of Modern Dating Trends Interpretation

While nearly a third of Gen Z has embraced virtual reality dating as a high-tech escape, almost half are hitching a ride on the fatigue train, signaling a generation grappling with the thrills and spills of modern love.

Relationship Attitudes and Beliefs

63% of Gen Z believe finding a soulmate is essential for a successful relationship
52% of Gen Z prioritize communication over physical intimacy
45% of Gen Z think that long-term relationships are more important than casual dating
41% of Gen Z report that their relationships are affected by their mental health challenges
58% of Gen Z seek partners who share their values
70% of Gen Z believe honesty is the most important trait in a partner
60% of Gen Z have experienced heartbreak by age 21
54% of Gen Z say that technology helps them maintain their relationships
48% of Gen Z prefer casual dating over serious commitments
65% of Gen Z have had a breakup that affected their mental health
33% of Gen Z have engaged in online dating more than in person
49% of Gen Z are open to dating someone from a different ethnicity or culture
42% of Gen Z consider financial stability a top factor when choosing a partner
29% of Gen Z have experienced ghosting in relationships
40% of Gen Z believe that defining relationship boundaries is essential for healthy partnerships
67% of Gen Z think that dating should focus on personal growth rather than just physical attraction
53% of Gen Z feel more emotionally connected to partners via text than in face-to-face interactions
69% of Gen Z feel that their friends influence their dating choices
38% of Gen Z believe that love at first sight is real, while 31% are skeptical
46% of Gen Z agree that online interactions can be as meaningful as in-person dating
55% of Gen Z feel that body image impacts their dating experiences
32% of Gen Z have had a long-distance relationship
54% of Gen Z think dating apps should prioritize honesty and authenticity
60% of Gen Z feel that their childhood experiences influence their approach to relationships
49% of Gen Z say they want a relationship that supports their personal goals
31% of Gen Z believe that dating should involve shared hobbies and interests
43% of Gen Z have ended relationships due to rising mental health concerns
57% of Gen Z consider social activism an important shared value in relationships
39% of Gen Z have engaged in dating while dealing with mental health challenges
47% of Gen Z prefer partners who are non-judgmental about mental health struggles
36% of Gen Z have cohabitated with a romantic partner during college or early adulthood
42% of Gen Z consider loyalty the most important trait in a partner
34% of Gen Z are interested in polyamorous relationships
48% of Gen Z believe that mental health awareness has improved their understanding of healthy relationships
58% of Gen Z think that sharing personal details early in a relationship builds trust
29% of Gen Z have felt pressured to stay in unhealthy relationships due to social media influence
55% of Gen Z agree that turning to friends for relationship advice is more effective than consulting professionals
67% of Gen Z believe that vulnerability is necessary for deep connections
53% of Gen Z associate personal growth with the success of their romantic relationships
31% of Gen Z have ended a relationship due to incompatibility in future goals
46% of Gen Z feel that societal expectations influence their romantic choices
35% of Gen Z believe that online dating should be more regulated for safety
49% of Gen Z are open to non-traditional relationship structures, such as open relationships or relationship anarchy
58% of Gen Z find that their relationships are strengthened by shared social activism
32% of Gen Z have sought couples therapy or counseling, indicating increasing acceptance of mental health support in relationships
43% of Gen Z associate digital communication more with emotional intimacy than face-to-face communication
50% of Gen Z prioritize mental health support within their relationships
41% of Gen Z believe that honesty about mental health struggles can deepen relational trust
54% of Gen Z have experienced dating during major world events, influencing their relationship outlook
29% of Gen Z prioritize eco-friendly and sustainability values in choosing romantic partners
36% of Gen Z have engaged in cross-cultural or interracial dating, reflecting diversity in their relationships
48% of Gen Z report experiencing jealousy more because of social media rather than in person
35% of Gen Z believe that their romantic relationships are impacted by their academic commitments and future career plans
42% of Gen Z seek partners who are emotionally supportive during stressful times
55% of Gen Z believe that shared digital experiences strengthen their romantic bonds
49% of Gen Z report that their early exposure to diverse cultural backgrounds influences their openness in relationships

Relationship Attitudes and Beliefs Interpretation

According to Gen Z's pivot towards valuing honesty, mental health, and shared values over fleeting passions, it's clear that their pursuit of authentic, growth-oriented relationships is as much about emotional resilience as it is about finding that soulmate—sometimes via a dating app, sometimes through a shared social cause, but always with an eye on personal well-being.

Social Media and Digital Exposure

37% of Gen Z have used social media platforms to find romantic partners
55% of Gen Z report feeling pressure to find a relationship due to social media influences
36% of Gen Z feel that social media has made dating more superficial
44% of Gen Z feel more comfortable discussing mental health issues with partners online than in person
50% of Gen Z trust their partner's social media activity as an indicator of their relationship health
54% of Gen Z feel that social media platforms can aid in finding compatible partners
57% of Gen Z engage in online dating at least once a month, indicating high digital engagement in romantic pursuits
47% of Gen Z think that seeing authentic and real-life content on social media affects their perception of ideal relationships

Social Media and Digital Exposure Interpretation

While social media has become a double-edged sword—facilitating connections and honesty yet amplifying superficiality and pressure—Gen Z’s digital dating habits underscore a generation seeking authentic bonds amid a curated landscape.