According to a study by Hims in 2025, the majority of people in the U.S. still prefer meeting their partners in person rather than through digital means. Despite the popularity of online dating apps, 82% of men and women aged 18-65 in the U.S. who are married or in a relationship reported meeting their partners offline. While Gen Z individuals are more inclined towards digital methods, with 23% meeting their partners through apps, many still express dissatisfaction with the superficial nature of swiping culture. The study reveals that physical locations provide a more authentic way to connect, free from filtered photos and embellished profiles.
For those seeking love offline, the choice of where to meet can significantly impact their chances. For instance, San Antonians are more likely to meet their partners at bars or restaurants, while Miami residents often find love through friends and family. In Los Angeles, third spaces like parks and gyms are popular spots to meet potential partners. These findings highlight the importance of considering location when looking for love in person.
Survey Results on Meeting Places for Love and Relationships
– Family Gatherings: 14% of respondents overall
– Miami, FL: 40%
– St. Louis, MO: 37%
– Sacramento, CA: 36.5%
– Kansas City, KS: 33%
– Las Vegas, NV: 33%
– Work or Work Events: 10% of respondents overall
– Tampa, FL: 18.5%
– Denver, CO: 17%
– Oklahoma City, OK: 16%
– Los Angeles, CA: 16%
– Houston, TX: 14%
– Bars or Restaurants: 7% of respondents overall
– San Antonio, TX: 17.5%
– Providence, RI: 13.5%
– Nashville, TN: 13%
– Minneapolis, MN: 12%
– Houston, TX: 12%
– Vacation or Traveling: 6% of respondents overall
– San Diego, CA: 23%
– Indianapolis, IN: 14%
– Providence, RI: 11%
– Atlanta, GA: 10%
– Portland, OR: 10%
– High School: 6% of respondents overall
– Norfolk, VA: 14%
– Nashville, TN: 13%
– Salt Lake City, UT: 12%
– Charlotte, NC: 10.5%
– Memphis, TN: 10%
– College or Graduate School: 6% of respondents overall
– Honolulu, HI: 13%
– Washington, D.C.: 12%
– Tampa, FL: 11%
– San Francisco, CA: 11%
– Cleveland, OH: 10%
– Third Spaces (Cafes, Gyms, Churches, Parks, Libraries): 6% of respondents overall
– San Diego, CA: 13.5%
– Des Moines, IA: 12.5%
– Los Angeles, CA: 12%
– San Francisco, CA: 11%
– Charlotte, NC: 10.5%
– Weddings or Parties: 6% of respondents overall
– Miami, FL: 12%
– Chicago, IL: 12%
– Las Vegas, NV: 11%
– Denver, CO: 11%
– Indianapolis, IN: 10%
– Volunteering: 5% of respondents overall
– New Orleans, LA: 12.5%
– San Diego, CA: 11.5%
– Austin, TX: 11%
– Pittsburgh, PA: 9%
– San Francisco, CA: 9%
– Blind Dates: 4% of respondents overall
– New Orleans, LA: 12.5
Whether you’re dating in your 20s, 30s, 40s, 50s, or 60s, it is important to make an effort, stay open-minded, and remember to have fun. This content was created by Hims, and reviewed and shared by Stacker.
