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In a large nationally representative sample of the US population, the proportion who read for pleasure on an average day declined over the last 20 years, from highs of 28% in 2004 to lows of 16% in 2023; a relative decrease of 3% per year.
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US reading for pleasure declined over 20 years 28% high 2004 16% low 2023 3% decrease per year
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September 2, 2025 at 7:20 PM (1 week ago)
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September 2, 2025 at 7:20 PM (1 week ago)

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A study using the American Time Use Survey reveals a significant decline in daily leisure reading in the US over two decades, with widening disparities across demographics.

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