10 Online Dating Statistics You Should Know

You're scrolling through your Facebook and Instagram feed and what do you see? Photo after photo of your friend's new boyfriend, your sister's kids and engagement statuses from those high school sweethearts you grew up with. You roll your eyes and move on but you might also catch yourself wondering why you're single, and when you're going to find your match.



The good news is: there are a lot of single people in America. In 2015, 50% of the U.S. population consisted of single adults, which has increased from 48% in 2011.



But how are your friends finding relationships beyond a Netflix subscription? Maybe they met their significant other online. As more people are becoming comfortable using online dating sites, it's quite possible your chances of finding your match are only a few clicks away.



Thinking about giving online dating a try? Here are 10 online dating statistics you should know: