Description

CIVSTAT reports the marital status of the respondent.

Users should note that some cohabiting but not legally married couples report themselves as married. Users may refer to COHAB for more detailed information.

Comparability

This variable is comparable across years.

Universe

Availability

• 1930, 1965, 1975, 1985, 1995, 1998, 2003-2012, 2018

Flags