How Often Do Americans Masturbate? Betty Breaks It Down
Welcome to Masturbation May! Of course, at Betty’s we are in full support of masturbation all year round but if somebody is going to declare a month long celebration of masturbation, then we are all in!
Why is it necessary to dedicate a whole month to the act of self loving? Because it’s something we as a nation just don’t talk about enough. We (almost) all do it. Masturbation is a healthy, natural way to explore our bodies, it is great for our mental and physical health, and it lets us learn what we like and don’t like if we choose to become intimate with a partner.
So, let’s start the month off by looking at some statistics and numbers because, we know you’re all curious about who does it, and how often. One of the most commonly asked questions on the internet is ‘how often do Americans masturbate’ so let’s break it down.
Percent of Americans Who Have Masturbated in Their Lifetime
92% of Men
81% of Women
Percent of Americans Who You All THINK Masturbate (and boy were you wrong)
84% of Men
68% of Women
Who Masturbates Most Frequently
Younger Millennials (ages 18-24) with 57% masturbating weekly
Gay and Bisexual Individuals report masturbating 20% more weekly than heterosexuals
What Is the Average Age to Begin Masturbating
15.2
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How Often Do Men Masturbate
Age 18 - 59
15 Times a month on Average
20% masturbated 2 to 3 times a week
Less than 20% masturbated more than 4 times a week
Age 60+
More likely to report no masturbation during the previous year
How Often Do Women Masturbate
Ages 18 - 49
8 Times a month on Average
Over 50% masturbate at least once every three months
40.8% report masturbating in the last month
27% of women masturbate 2 to 3 times per week
21.8% Report never having masturbated in their lives
And, maybe most importantly, what are American's attitudes towards masturbation?
