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In fact, the perception that divorce and single-parent households dominate American families is being challenged by recent statistics. Instances of children being raised in intact, biological married families have risen slightly—from 51% in 2014 to 54% in 2024. The number of children born outside of marriage, which peaked at 41% in 2009, has plateaued, sitting just below 40%. These figures point toward a societal shift where marriage is once again seen as a cornerstone of family stability.