U.S. support for abortion 2024, by age and level of legalization

Published by Statista Research Department, Jun 27, 2025

Younger adults in the United States are far more likely to support the legalization of abortion, with a 2024 survey finding that

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percent of respondents aged between 18 and 29 years favored the legalization of abortion under any circumstance. This position was supported by just
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percent of adults over
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Share of adults in the United States who support abortion in 2024, by age and level of legalization

Age in yearsAbortion should always be legal. There should be no restrictions on abortion.Abortion should be legal, but with some restrictions (such as for minors or late-term abortions).Abortion should only be legal in special circumstances, such as when the life of the mother is in danger.Abortion should always be illegal. it should never be allowed.
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Statistic: Share of adults in the United States who support abortion in 2024, by age and level of legalization

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Release date

April 2024

Region

United States

Survey time period

April 28 to 30, 2024

Number of respondents

1,745 respondents

Age group

18 years and older

Special properties

U.S. citizens

Method of interview

Telephone interview

Supplementary notes

Original question: When do you think abortion should be legal? (Percent who agree with the statements).

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