Hooked on Screens: Nearly Half of U.S. Teens Are Always Online

Almost 46% of U.S. teens are constantly online, and YouTube is their go-to platform. A massive 90% use it, with 73% watching daily. Following closely are TikTok and Instagram (both at 60%) and Snapchat (55%).

But Facebook? It’s on the decline. Over the past decade, its teen audience has shrunk from 71% to just 32%. X (formerly Twitter) is facing a similar fate, with only 17% of teens using it today.
The pattern is clear: teens prefer quick, engaging, and video-heavy content. Stories, memes, and short clips rule their world.

How do you think social media is reshaping communication? Will YouTube still dominate in ten years? Let’s discuss!