Americans' moral stance towards abortion 2001-2023

Published by Statista Research Department, Mar 3, 2025

In 2023, 52 percent of respondents stated that they think having an abortion is morally acceptable, while 41 percent considered it morally wrong. In general, the share of Americans who think abortion is morally acceptable has increased during the provided time interval. This statistic shows the results of a survey among Americans regarding their moral stance towards abortion from 2001 to 2023. 

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Release date

April 2024

Region

United States

Survey time period

2001 to 2023

Age group

18 years and older

Method of interview

Telephone interview

Supplementary notes

The source does not provide an exact number of respondents.

Release date represents the date figures were accessed.

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