In 1960, roughly 70 percent of 30-year-olds were married, financially independent and starting a family. By 2000, fewer than 40 percent of 30-year-olds had done the same.
Brookings William Galston discusses the trend and implications
Listen to Interview (external link)
See Galston’s presentation on The Changing 20s
Commentary
The Odyssey Years: The Changing 20s
November 7, 2007