More than 67% of American adults have done or will do a staycation this year. That is more than 173 million people.
An anonymous survey included 1,030 American adults over the age of 18 was conducted online using SurveyMonkey's interface/audience on thevacationer.com behalf on May 1, 2022. Eric Jones, analyzed the survey, and he is an Assistant Professor of Mathematics at Rowan College South Jersey.
Key Stats & Facts:
- More than 67% of American adults have done or will do a staycation this year. That is more than 173 million people.
- Those living in the Middle Atlantic Region are most likely to take a staycation, while those living in the Mountain Region are the least likely.
- Despite staycations being popular in 2022, more than 80% will still travel this summer.
- A staycation is a “vacation” taken either at your home or a nearby hotel or other accommodation. It generally lasts a few days and acts as a break from your normal routine.
Here is the survey question with the full results:
1. Have you or will you do a staycation this year?
No. – 32.72%
Yes, and I live with my significant other or family. – 55.92%
Yes, and I live alone. – 11.36%
Key Takeaway – More than 67% of American adults have done or will do a staycation this year. The 67.28% equates to over 173 million people. This means that while many people will travel this year, a lot of these same people will also take time off and stay home to relax. The 55.92% of people doing a staycation that do not live alone account for 144 million Americans. And, the 11.36% that are doing staycations while living alone represent more than 29 million people.
Key Demographics – Americans living in the Middle Atlantic region are the most likely to do a staycation this year. This region includes the states of New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania. 75.82% of people living in the Middle Atlantic region said they would be taking part in a staycation this year. On the other hand, the Mountain region has the people least likely to do a staycation. The Mountain region includes the states of Montana, Idaho, Wyoming, Colorado, New Mexico, Arizona, Utah, and Nevada. Only 50.79% of people in this region will do a staycation.
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