To wed or not to wed...

Question

I want to get a rough idea of what people think the right age for marriage is.

I know it's when one feels it's the right time but do YOU think that it is better at a certain age?

Answer 1

Wait till your in your 30's!

Answer 2

Most marriages are successful for couples who are in their middle to late twenties, are through school, and already have careers. However, it's different for everyone.  

Answer 3

At least 20, I think...

That way you kind of in college and getting settled down...

Or you can wait until you are out of college and more settled with a career and stuff.

When you find the right one then I think it is just a matter of when you have time and feel settled.

Answer 4

25 or older is my opinion based on my own experience.  

Answer 5

I'm 24 and I don't feel old enough to get married. I am still starting my career, figuring out what kind of life I want in the future. I mean that in a specific way, like whether I want kids, where I want to live, what my priorities are, etc - not "I want to be happy la la la!"

I think the right time to get married is when you are mature enough to talk with your partner about what you want for the future and how you are going to help each other get there. And at least finish college first.

Answer 6

I dont think marriage is right at any age.  My theory on this is that of course the 50%+ divorce rate in our country, the fact that marriage is just an ideal.  Your wedding license can be burned, and your band can be melted.  Why waste thousands of dollars on one night for something that will not even last maybe 10 years?  So whenver you do get married, then divorced, just remember, i told you so.

Answer 7

There is no good answer to this question other than when it's right for you.  Some things to consider are your financial situation (don't marry someone with huge debt), your housing prospects, how well you get along with each other's parents, how you'll deal with tough times or illness, and your overall maturity.  Finances are important because financial strain can quickly destroy a marriage.  For some people that's 20, for others it's 40.  I married for the first time at 30, but after 9 years my spouse's infidelity broke us up.  I've now remarried at 40, and I really do think this is it.  We have a good foundation and can deal with the tough stuff.  

Answer 8

Yep 25 or above

unless you have been

together for over 2 years

than it's time

Answer 9

I think no less then 20

Answer 10

any time after 25.. but if you feel its the right time and sooner... I'd say go for it!!!!  

Answer 11

I think 24.  You are for sure matured enough to take responsibility and at this age mostly graduated already from college.

Answer 12

I am getting married at 23 I am that age now but we are getting married in a month. I dont think being a certain age to get married is the idea. The thing is you need to know the person before you walk down the isle, ask yourself if your ready to be married to this person and ready to start a life as Mr. and Mrs.

Be sure your ready to have a future with this person.

Answer 13

20 years old..

Answer 14

there's  no right age to get married but 25 is a good age if you think you are ready.

Answer 15

If you have any questions at all in your mind, then you're too young.  I personally think people should wait as long as they can to get married.  But, that's because I got married at 23 and divorced 4 years later because we had both grown so much in that time (but grown apart).  I am worlds different now at 29 than I was at 23, and would never even have dated my ex-husband if I met him today.  But, some people don't ever change, and can get married at 18 and stay married forever.  

Answer 16

23 based on research I've done

Answer 17

I can't give you a specific age, but once both people have matured enough to make the decision.  I thought I was mature for my age (and I really was) when I was 22, but I was no where near ready to get married.  I am now 27 (eek!) and I definitely feel I've matured and been through enough life experiences to make that decision.  My Fiance is 29 and really has recently matured.. lol, and still has some more maturing to do.  But I am here to grow and mature with him, ready to take that step.

For some, they're ready earlier than others, and some think they're ready when they're really not.  It's a learning experience for sure, and I'm sure there's even more learning to do!

Answer 18

After 25 is good - usually people have gotten all of their wild days out of their system and started to settle down and be adults. It's smart to wait until you're both secure, though - both emotionally, mentally, and financially. Even if it takes a little bit longer, it's probably worth the wait.

Answer 19

anytime after the age of 25