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4 sourced facts about how Americans spend their time each day, each with the context behind the number. 4 more are in today's round and appear here after it closes.
Answer8.1 hours
They worked 8.5 hours on an average weekday and 5.5 hours on an average weekend day.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, American Time Use Survey — 2025 Results (2025) bls.gov
Answer81 percent
They spent about 2 hours on these activities.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, American Time Use Survey — 2025 Results (2025) bls.gov
Answer5.6 hours
Women averaged 4.8 hours.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, American Time Use Survey — 2025 Results (2025) bls.gov
Answer43 minutes
Those age 65 and over spent 2.7 hours on household activities.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, American Time Use Survey — 2025 Results (2025) bls.gov