One-third of young adults described themselves as religious, although many also reported mixing traditional faith with alternative spiritual practices.
Generation Z is more likely than older generations to describe itself as religious, according to a new Harris Poll of 2,136 American adults.
Thirty-three percent of respondents ages 18 to 29 identified as religious. That compared with 22% of Generation X, 19% of millennials and 18% of baby boomers.
The survey also found that 54% of Gen Z respondents regularly read Scripture or other religious texts during the previous year, while 49% regularly attended religious services.
The findings do not necessarily indicate a specifically Christian revival. Eighty-eight percent of Gen Z respondents reported participating in at least one activity from a broad list that included prayer, Scripture reading, worship services, meditation, manifestation, astrology, tarot and energy work.
Fifty-seven percent said they had turned to manifestation or spirituality to feel greater control over their future.
Harris Poll strategist Libby Rodney described the pattern as “stacking,” with young adults combining institutional religion with multiple spiritual practices rather than consistently choosing one belief system.
The survey was conducted July 1–4 and released September 24.
