2026 Survey Indicates nearly 70% of Americans Get Together With Others Once or Twice a Month

We need to socialize more. At least it seems to something we should do more of. Studies indicate that people are not socializing as much as they used to, and that can have an impact on our communities and our well-being.

That’s why we have social clubs. That’s why we talk to people. That’s why we get out of the house. I know plenty of people who rarely go anywhere, don’t participate in many activities, and don’t socialize very much. Some enjoy that but I think it can be limiting.

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I’m pretty social. I like meeting people, getting out of the house, and doing something almost every day. When you work remotely, you really have to make an effort to get out and interact with people. The other side of being a digital nomad is to keep your social life healthy. 

So, get involved in your community. Volunteer. Join a club. Go to an event. Talk to your neighbors. Become part of the fabric of your community. You may find that socializing not only benefits you, but also helps strengthen your neighborhood and community as a whole.

Social Connection in America: Findings and Insights

• Social Connection in America is a 25-year national research initiative led through a partnership between RAND and The Connection Institute, designed to measure social connection, loneliness, and community participation over time.
• The 2026 survey found that social disconnection remains widespread: nearly 70% of Americans reported getting together with people they care about only once or twice a month or less.
• About four in ten Americans report moderate to severe loneliness, indicating that loneliness is not limited to a small segment of the population.
• Community participation is also limited. Recent findings point to low participation in clubs, organizations, volunteering, and religious activities, suggesting fewer opportunities for regular face-to-face interaction.
• The research emphasizes that neighborhoods and communities can provide important opportunities for belonging and connection. The long-term survey is intended to give community leaders and policymakers consistent data for understanding and strengthening social connection.

Social Connection in America. (2026). Findings & insights. https://socialconnectioninamerica.org/findings-and-insights