Marriage and Divorce Rates

Marriage and divorce rates measure how often people get married and divorced within a population over a specific period. The marriage rate indicates the number of new marriages per 1,000 people, reflecting trends in starting committed relationships. The divorce rate shows how many marriages end in divorce per 1,000 people, highlighting trends in relationship stability. These rates can be influenced by cultural, economic, and social factors, and they help assess societal changes around family structures and personal commitments. Overall, they offer insights into how relationships evolve within a population over time.