Don’t Be Surprised to See Your Grandparents on Social Media

Pew Research Center found that 34 percent of Americans 65 and older use social networking sites, up from 27 percent in 2013

A new study by Pew Research Center examines increased tech adoption by U.S. adults 65 and over, which, not surprisingly, has also spurred increased social media use by that age group.

Pew found that 34 percent of Americans 65 and older use social networking sites, up from 27 percent in 2013.

Younger senior citizens were more likely to use social media, with Pew finding that 45 percent of those under 75 percent do so, versus 20 percent of those 75 and older.

Pew added that social networking use is common among seniors with some college experience and an annual household income of at least $50,000.

Other findings by Pew included:

  • 42 percent of U.S.
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