Young American Men Survey 2026

Young Men Priority

Thinking about your own life right now, which one of the following is the most important thing for you to get right?

• Earning enough to cover my costs20.8%
• My mental health16.9%
• My physical health13.7%
• Affording a place of my own11.5%
• Finding or keeping career-track work8.9%
• Faith or a sense of purpose7.7%
• Friendships and community6.1%
• Paying down student loans or other debt5%
• Finding a long-term relationship4.7%
• Unsure4.8%

The Lafayette Company, Young American Men Survey 2026. 800 registered voters, men aged 18 to 30, fielded by Cygnal, September 15–18, 2026, margin of error ±3.46%. Full breakdown at youngamericanmen.com