Marriages in the Philippines continued to decline in 2024, with Philippine Statistics Authority data showing a 10.2 percent drop from the previous year. The total number of registered marriages fell to 371,825, extending a downward trend that remains below pre-pandemic levels.
Peak Wedding Months
February remained the most popular month for weddings, recording 46,130 unions or 12.4 percent of the total. June followed closely with 45,085 marriages or 12.1 percent, while December placed third with 42,211 or 11.4 percent.
Young Adult Newlyweds
Filipinos aged 25 to 29 continued to make up the largest share of newly married couples, contributing 81,121 marriages or 21.8 percent of all registrations for the year.
Marriage Trends and Family Dynamics
The continued decline in marriages aligns with shifting family structures and evolving societal norms, reflecting the way modern households form and grow across the country.
Regional Wedding Hubs
CALABARZON led all regions with 54,981 registered marriages or 14.8 percent of the nationwide total. The National Capital Region followed with 48,448 marriages or 13 percent, while Central Luzon ranked third with 42,227 or 11.4 percent.
Tracking the Data
The 2024 figures are based on marriage registrations recorded by the Philippine Statistics Authority as of Aug. 31, 2025, capturing nationwide trends in marital patterns.
