What share of US teens say they use the internet on a daily basis?
Answer97%
Near-universal daily internet use is now the norm among US teens.
Source: Pew Research Center, Teens, Social Media and Technology 2022 (2022) pewresearch.org
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4 sourced facts about teenagers and technology, each with the context behind the number. 4 more are in today's round and appear here after it closes.
Answer97%
Near-universal daily internet use is now the norm among US teens.
Source: Pew Research Center, Teens, Social Media and Technology 2022 (2022) pewresearch.org
Answer32%
Facebook use among teens has fallen sharply as newer platforms like TikTok and Instagram have taken over.
Source: Pew Research Center, Teens, Social Media and Technology 2022 (2022) pewresearch.org
Answer55%
Most teens don't see their own social media use as excessive, even as adults often worry about it.
Source: Pew Research Center, Teens, Social Media and Technology 2022 (2022) pewresearch.org
AnswerBlack teens, 56%
Hispanic teens report a similar rate (55%), both notably higher than White teens (37%).
Source: Pew Research Center, Teens, Social Media and Technology 2022 (2022) pewresearch.org