Report: 13-34s Lead in Daily Audio Listening Time
| RADIO ONLINE | Wednesday, May 6, 2026 | 11:24am CT |
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 Edison Research at SSRS |
Younger Americans are spending more time with audio each day than older listeners, according to new data from Edison Research's Share of Ear study.
As of the first quarter of 2026, listeners ages 13-34 average four hours and 30 minutes of daily audio consumption, the highest among all age groups. That compares with four hours and three minutes for those ages 35-54, and three hours and 17 minutes for adults 55 and older.
Overall, total daily audio usage among Americans 13 and older has remained relatively steady at around four hours per day since Share of Ear launched in 2014.
The study tracks listening across all major platforms, including AM/FM radio and streams, music streaming services, YouTube music videos, podcasts, SiriusXM, owned music, audiobooks and TV music channels, providing a comprehensive view of how audiences engage with audio content.
