New data from Israel's Central Bureau of Statistics released ahead of Tu B'Av shows a growing trend of Israelis living together without marrying, an increase in Jewish couples marrying abroad despite being able to wed in Israel, and Tel Aviv maintaining the highest rate of singles. The data was reported by i24NEWS.
The Central Bureau of Statistics released new social data ahead of the Tu B'Av holiday, highlighting shifting marriage patterns among Israelis. According to the report, more Israelis are choosing to cohabit without formal marriage. Additionally, the number of Jewish couples who marry abroad — even though they are eligible to marry in Israel — has increased. Tel Aviv remains the city with the highest proportion of singles. The figures were reported by i24NEWS in an article by Adi Cohen. The data comes as Israel observes Tu B'Av, a traditional day of love and matchmaking. The report did not include detailed breakdowns by age or region.
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