There are many things that can impact your odds of getting divorced. For example, divorce odds are higher when couples get married at a younger age. Some studies have also suggested that people whose parents got divorced are more likely to get divorced themselves.
One other thing to consider is your age during the marriage. Studies have found that divorce rates are going up for those who are 45 years or older in the United States. For those who are 65 years or older, there has been an even steeper increase in divorce odds, as they have tripled over the last three decades. Meanwhile, couples who are under 45 have a falling divorce rate. What are some reasons that this could be happening?
An empty nest divorce
One thing to consider is that older couples are often empty nesters. They’re no longer raising children together, but those children have moved out, gone to college, gotten married and started families of their own. While they have children, the couple may stay together, but becoming empty nesters gives them a chance to reevaluate or reconsider their own relationship.
People are getting married later
Another thing to consider is that the average marriage age in the United States is 32. This is far older than it was a few generations ago. Because couples are specifically waiting longer to get married, that also pushes up the average age of a divorce. There are certainly still some couples who get married in their teens or early 20s and then get divorced by the time they’re 30, but this is relatively rare and becoming less common all the time.
Your divorce options
Regardless of your age, when you decide to get divorced, the legal process can be complicated. Take the time to carefully look into all of your options at this time.