Why More Than Half of Chinese Women May Never Get Married? After Watching This, You’ll Understand…

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In today’s episode of CHINA SOCIAL TRENDS, we take a deep look at a growing and uncomfortable reality in modern China: why more than half of women may never get married. According to data from China’s National Bureau of Statistics, by 2023 the number of single people aged 30–49 had exceeded 240 million, with women accounting for an increasingly large share. Among women over 35, the marriage rate has dropped by more than 40 percent compared with 2013. Rising housing prices, sky-high bride prices, and increasingly transactional marriage expectations have made relationships feel more like financial negotiations than emotional bonds. In major cities such as Beijing, Shanghai, and Shenzhen, the average apartment price now exceeds 50,000 yuan per square meter, while the cost of marriage—including bride price, housing, and ceremonies—can easily surpass 1 million yuan. At the same time, women’s education levels and income have risen sharply, creating a structural mismatch in expectations between men and women. Even global brands like Starbucks, Apple, and Louis Vuitton have been cited in social surveys as symbols of lifestyle pressure, where consumption standards quietly influence dating and marriage choices. This is not just a personal issue—it is a structural social shift that CHINA SOCIAL TRENDS continues to track closely. So here’s the question for you: Is marriage in China becoming a privilege rather than a choice? Are modern women really “too picky,” or is the system itself broken? Leave your thoughts in the comments. We want to hear your perspective. If you agree or disagree, speak up. Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share to support, so more people can see the real stories behind the headlines. As we approach upcoming holidays such as Christmas, New Year’s Day, and Lunar New Year, these questions about love, family, and marriage feel more relevant than ever. Thank you very much for watching. We appreciate your support, and we look forward to seeing you again in our next video. https://youtu.be/d_Bo8wzxvsE https://youtu.be/YCjfUL0bPuE https://youtu.be/7-PtPdbupDI All content on my channel has been developed by my team, with the use of some images from other sources. If there are any issues related to copyright, please contact me