Women in Spain, Italy, and Portugal marry on average six years later than just two decades ago.
5 March 2026
In Portugal, Italy, and Spain, the average age at first marriage has risen rapidly and consistently.
Portugal saw the largest increase: from around 26 years in 2002 to over 32 years by 2020.
Portugal saw the largest increase: from around 26 years in 2002 to over 32 years by 2020.