Demographic✭Information
Generational cohort among members of the Episcopal Church by age group
% of members of the Episcopal Church who are…
| Age distribution | Younger Millennial | Older Millennial | Generation X | Baby Boomer | Silent | Greatest | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50-64 | < 1% | < 1% | < 1% | 100% | < 1% | < 1% | 155 |
| 65+ | < 1% | < 1% | < 1% | 31% | 64% | 6% | 222 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
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Gender composition among members of the Episcopal Church by age group
% of members of the Episcopal Church who are…
| Age distribution | Men | Women | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|
| 50-64 | 46% | 54% | 155 |
| 65+ | 44% | 56% | 222 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
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Racial and ethnic composition among members of the Episcopal Church by age group
% of members of the Episcopal Church who identify as…
| Age distribution | White | Black | Asian | Latino | Other/Mixed | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50-64 | 92% | 3% | 1% | 2% | 3% | 154 |
| 65+ | 96% | 2% | < 1% | 1% | 1% | 220 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
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Immigrant status among members of the Episcopal Church by age group
% of members of the Episcopal Church who are…
| Age distribution | Immigrants | Second generation | Third generation or higher | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50-64 | 6% | 10% | 85% | 155 |
| 65+ | 5% | 9% | 86% | 220 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
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Income distribution among members of the Episcopal Church by age group
% of members of the Episcopal Church who have a household income of…
| Age distribution | Less than $30,000 | $30,000-$49,999 | $50,000-$99,999 | $100,000 or more | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50-64 | 12% | 9% | 40% | 38% | 145 |
| 65+ | 21% | 11% | 36% | 32% | 182 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
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Educational distribution among members of the Episcopal Church by age group
% of members of the Episcopal Church who have completed…
| Age distribution | High school or less | Some college | College | Post-graduate degree | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50-64 | 10% | 36% | 30% | 24% | 153 |
| 65+ | 21% | 25% | 26% | 27% | 221 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
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Marital status among members of the Episcopal Church by age group
% of members of the Episcopal Church who are…
| Age distribution | Married | Living with a partner | Divorced/separated | Widowed | Never married | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50-64 | 67% | 4% | 18% | 3% | 8% | 155 |
| 65+ | 67% | 1% | 8% | 18% | 6% | 220 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
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Parent of children under 18 among members of the Episcopal Church by age group
% of members of the Episcopal Church who are…
| Age distribution | Parents | Non-parents | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|
| 50-64 | 19% | 81% | 155 |
| 65+ | < 1% | 100% | 222 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
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Beliefs✭and✭Practices
Belief in God among members of the Episcopal Church by age group
% of members of the Episcopal Church who say they…
| Age distribution | Believe in God; absolutely certain | Believe in God; fairly certain | Believe in God; not too/not at all certain | Believe in God; don't know | Do not believe in God | Other/don't know if they believe in God | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50-64 | 60% | 21% | 9% | 3% | 5% | 2% | 155 |
| 65+ | 56% | 29% | 5% | 6% | 2% | 2% | 222 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
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Importance of religion in one's life among members of the Episcopal Church by age group
% of members of the Episcopal Church who say religion is…
| Age distribution | Very important | Somewhat important | Not too important | Not at all important | Don't know | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50-64 | 49% | 32% | 15% | 2% | 1% | 155 |
| 65+ | 55% | 28% | 11% | 6% | 1% | 222 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
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Attendance at religious services among members of the Episcopal Church by age group
% of members of the Episcopal Church who attend religious services…
| Age distribution | At least once a week | Once or twice a month/a few times a year | Seldom/never | Don't know | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50-64 | 26% | 52% | 22% | < 1% | 155 |
| 65+ | 40% | 37% | 23% | < 1% | 222 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
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Frequency of prayer among members of the Episcopal Church by age group
% of members of the Episcopal Church who pray…
| Age distribution | At least daily | Weekly | Monthly | Seldom/never | Don't know | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50-64 | 52% | 23% | 10% | 15% | 1% | 155 |
| 65+ | 50% | 20% | 7% | 22% | 1% | 222 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
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Frequency of participation in prayer, scripture study or religious education groups among members of the Episcopal Church by age group
% of members of the Episcopal Church who attend prayer group…
| Age distribution | At least once a week | Once or twice a month | Several times a year | Seldom/never | Don't know | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50-64 | 12% | 13% | 8% | 65% | 1% | 155 |
| 65+ | 14% | 3% | 11% | 69% | 3% | 222 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
Frequency of meditation among members of the Episcopal Church by age group
% of members of the Episcopal Church who meditate…
| Age distribution | At least once a week | Once or twice a month | Several times a year | Seldom/never | Don't know | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50-64 | 44% | 10% | 2% | 44% | < 1% | 155 |
| 65+ | 43% | 10% | 4% | 42% | 2% | 222 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
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Frequency of feeling spiritual peace and wellbeing among members of the Episcopal Church by age group
% of members of the Episcopal Church who feel a sense of spiritual peace and wellbeing…
| Age distribution | At least once a week | Once or twice a month | Several times a year | Seldom/never | Don't know | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50-64 | 57% | 22% | 8% | 10% | 2% | 155 |
| 65+ | 51% | 16% | 11% | 19% | 2% | 222 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
Frequency of feeling wonder about the universe among members of the Episcopal Church by age group
% of members of the Episcopal Church who feel a sense of wonder about the universe…
| Age distribution | At least once a week | Once or twice a month | Several times a year | Seldom/never | Don't know | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50-64 | 46% | 25% | 9% | 20% | 1% | 155 |
| 65+ | 43% | 14% | 12% | 28% | 3% | 222 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
Sources of guidance on right and wrong among members of the Episcopal Church by age group
% of members of the Episcopal Church who say they look to…most for guidance on right and wrong
| Age distribution | Religion | Philosophy/reason | Common sense | Science | Don't know | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50-64 | 23% | 17% | 52% | 5% | 4% | 155 |
| 65+ | 16% | 13% | 57% | 9% | 4% | 222 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
Belief in absolute standards for right and wrong among members of the Episcopal Church by age group
% of members of the Episcopal Church who say…
| Age distribution | There are clear standards for what is right and wrong | Right or wrong depends on the situation | Neither/both equally | Don't know | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50-64 | 33% | 64% | 4% | < 1% | 155 |
| 65+ | 27% | 69% | 3% | 1% | 222 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
Frequency of reading scripture among members of the Episcopal Church by age group
% of members of the Episcopal Church who read scripture…
| Age distribution | At least once a week | Once or twice a month | Several times a year | Seldom/never | Don't know | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50-64 | 18% | 19% | 8% | 55% | < 1% | 155 |
| 65+ | 26% | 8% | 14% | 52% | < 1% | 222 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
Interpreting scripture among members of the Episcopal Church by age group
% of members of the Episcopal Church who say the holy scripture is…
| Age distribution | Word of God; should be taken literally | Word of God; not everything taken literally | Word of God; other/don't know | Not the word of God | Other/don't know | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50-64 | 7% | 33% | 1% | 51% | 8% | 155 |
| 65+ | 15% | 31% | 1% | 41% | 12% | 222 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
Belief in Heaven among members of the Episcopal Church by age group
% of members of the Episcopal Church who …in heaven
| Age distribution | Believe | Don't believe | Other/don't know | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50-64 | 71% | 21% | 9% | 155 |
| 65+ | 65% | 27% | 8% | 222 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
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Belief in Hell among members of the Episcopal Church by age group
% of members of the Episcopal Church who …in hell
| Age distribution | Believe | Don't believe | Other/don't know | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50-64 | 43% | 44% | 13% | 155 |
| 65+ | 36% | 48% | 17% | 222 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
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Social✭and✭Political✭Views
Party affiliation among members of the Episcopal Church by age group
% of members of the Episcopal Church who identify as…
| Age distribution | Republican/lean Rep. | No lean | Democrat/lean Dem. | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50-64 | 42% | 11% | 47% | 155 |
| 65+ | 47% | 12% | 40% | 222 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
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Political ideology among members of the Episcopal Church by age group
% of members of the Episcopal Church who are…
| Age distribution | Conservative | Moderate | Liberal | Don't know | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50-64 | 36% | 31% | 29% | 4% | 155 |
| 65+ | 39% | 34% | 26% | 2% | 222 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
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Views about size of government among members of the Episcopal Church by age group
% of members of the Episcopal Church who would rather have…
| Age distribution | Smaller government; fewer services | Bigger government; more services | Depends | Don't know | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50-64 | 61% | 35% | 3% | 2% | 155 |
| 65+ | 54% | 32% | 6% | 7% | 222 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
Views about government aid to the poor among members of the Episcopal Church by age group
% of members of the Episcopal Church who say government aid to the poor…
| Age distribution | Does more harm than good | Does more good than harm | Neither/both equally | Don't know | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50-64 | 42% | 52% | 6% | < 1% | 155 |
| 65+ | 41% | 50% | 5% | 5% | 222 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
Views about abortion among members of the Episcopal Church by age group
% of members of the Episcopal Church who say abortion should be…
| Age distribution | Legal in all/most cases | Illegal in all/most cases | Don't know | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50-64 | 78% | 20% | 2% | 155 |
| 65+ | 72% | 23% | 5% | 222 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
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Views about homosexuality among members of the Episcopal Church by age group
% of members of the Episcopal Church who say homosexuality…
| Age distribution | Should be accepted | Should be discouraged | Neither/both equally | Don't know | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50-64 | 82% | 12% | 5% | 1% | 155 |
| 65+ | 77% | 17% | 3% | 4% | 222 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
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Views about same-sex marriage among members of the Episcopal Church by age group
% of members of the Episcopal Church who …same-sex marriage
| Age distribution | Strongly favor/favor | Oppose/strongly oppose | Don't know | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50-64 | 74% | 18% | 8% | 155 |
| 65+ | 61% | 30% | 9% | 222 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
Views about environmental regulation among members of the Episcopal Church by age group
% of members of the Episcopal Church who say…
| Age distribution | Stricter environmental laws and regulations cost too many jobs and hurt the economy | Stricter environmental laws and regulations are worth the cost | Neither/both equally | Don't know | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50-64 | 31% | 65% | 3% | 1% | 155 |
| 65+ | 34% | 58% | 2% | 6% | 222 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
Views about human evolution among members of the Episcopal Church by age group
% of members of the Episcopal Church who say humans…
| Age distribution | Evolved; due to natural processes | Evolved; due to God's design | Evolved; don't know how | Always existed in present form | Don't know | Sample size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50-64 | 40% | 41% | 7% | 11% | 2% | 155 |
| 65+ | 40% | 32% | 7% | 13% | 8% | 222 |
Sample sizes and margins of error vary from subgroup to subgroup, from year to year and from state to state. You can see the sample size for the estimates in this chart on rollover or in the last column of the table. And visit this table to see approximate margins of error for a group of a given size. Readers should always bear in mind the approximate margin of error for the group they are examining when making comparisons with other groups or assessing the significance of trends over time. For full question wording, see the survey questionnaire.
