Young Americans Still Turn to Printed Books
Younger Americans—those ages 16-29—exhibit a fascinating mix of habits and
preferences when it comes to reading, libraries, and technology. Almost all
Americans under age 30 are online, and they are more likely than older patrons
to use libraries’ computer and internet connections; however, they are also
still closely bound to print, as three-quarters (75%) of younger Americans say
they have read at least one book in print in the past year, compared with 64%
of adults ages 30 and older.
