May 11, 2026 - News
Smartphones almost everywhere
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More than 9 in 10 U.S. households (93%) had smartphones in 2024, according to the latest census data.
- Arkansas trailed a little behind the national average, but more than 91% of households still had a smartphone.
The big picture: Large majorities across demographic groups use smartphones, but habits vary by age, income and education.
- Younger U.S. adults are most likely to own one, finds a 2025 survey by the Pew Research Center.
- So are higher earners and college graduates.