What Matters Most in Making Decisions About Whom to Date?
When considering whether to date someone, how important is it that the person . . .
One of the most/Very important
Somewhat important
Not too/Not at all important
Has similar views on having children
59
20
21
Does not smoke
58
14
28
Shares religious beliefs or views about religion
39
27
35
Shares political views
31
30
39
Shares racial or ethnic background
25
21
53
Pays attention to politics
19
30
51
Has at least a four-year college education
16
20
64
