Infidelity Statistics for 2025: Who Cheats More, Men or Women?

Many view infidelity as a highly private issue, but the truth is that cheating remains common in relationships today. It’s essential to have open, judgment-free discussions to better understand this complex topic that impacts so many yet is rarely talked about. This article provides statistics and research on infidelity across demographics and relationship types. The goal is not to make moral pronouncements but to illuminate patterns and trends to foster insight and thoughtful dialogue on a complex subject many couples face. Knowledge and compassion can coexist. General Cheating Statistics 2025 20% of men and 13% of women reported having had sex with someone other than their spouse while married 54.5% of cases where infidelity occurred lead to divorce 40% among women and 62% among men of cheating instances are influenced by genetic factors About 70% individuals are more likely to regret cheating. Six in ten cheaters believe their partner is unaware of their affair. Only 25% of cheaters admitted to the affairs One-night stands are more common than long-term affairs 60% of married cheaters did not use protection 47% confess their affair due to guilt 2% to 3% of children are the product of infidelity Causes of Infidelity Infidelity stems …