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America is lonely. Do you talk to your neighbors?

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A slope chart showing the share of Americans who say they speak with their neighbors at least a few times a week. The share has decreased from 59% of all Americans in 2012 to 40% in 2025. It's decreased slower in adults ages 65 and over, going from 63% to 56%. The decrease was faster in adults ages 18 to 29, from 51% to 25%.

Share of Americans who say they speak with their neighbors at least a few times a week

Reproducted from AEI; Chart: Axios Visuals

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