Men now attend church more frequently than women in the U.S., a reversal of a trend that began around 2000.

In 2024, 30% of men attended church weekly compared to 27% of women. This shift is especially pronounced in younger generations, with some reports showing Gen Z men are now more likely to attend church than their female counterparts.
Key Statistics on Men's Church Attendance
A Recent Reversal
: For the first time in over two decades, men are attending church more often than women, with the shift starting in 2022.
Weekly Attendance
: A 2025 Barna Group report found that 30% of men attend weekly, compared to 27% of women.
Generational Shift
: Gen Z men are particularly notable, with some data showing they are now more likely to attend church than women of the same generation.
Educational Impact
: Men with a graduate degree show a higher likelihood of weekly attendance (29%) compared to women with a graduate degree (26%).
Past Trends and the Gender Gap
Historically Women Outnumbered Men
: From 2000 onward, women typically outnumbered men in church attendance.
Midweek Activities
: Historically, midweek church activities have been dominated by women, drawing 70-80% female participants.
Long-Term Impact of Male Absence
: The absence of involved men in congregational life has been strongly linked to church decline, while their presence is associated with church growth.
Why Men are Attending More Now
A Search for Purpose
: Research suggests some men are seeking purpose and practical teaching within the church, often feeling churches do not articulate a clear vision.
Cultural and Social Factors
: Trends like the visibility of figures like Jordan Peterson and other cultural influences have led some young men to seek answers in a Christian context.
Increased Spiritual Engagement
: Men are showing increased interest in engaging with religious texts and questions, leading them to seek out churches.