Statistics Estonia reports that 5,998 marriages were registered in Estonia in 2025. This is 363 fewer marriages than in 2024. Of these marriages, 139 were between same-sex couples. This is the first time in 10 years that the number of marriages has fallen below 6,000.
Kadri Rootalu says that the last such period was in 2009–2012. For example, in 2010, only 5,066 marriages were registered. After the coronavirus pandemic, the highest number of marriages—7,200—was registered in 2022. Over the past 25 years, the number of marriages has risen and fallen several times. Therefore, the 2025 figure is not exceptional.
The most marriages were registered in July and August—30% of all marriages. The most popular wedding date was 08.08. Most young couples married for the first time. The share of remarriages was 22% for men and 23% for women. This has declined in recent years. For example, in 2023, it was 30%, and 25 years ago, it was 32%.
The average age of first-time brides and grooms was 31.8 years for men and 29.8 years for women. This is slightly lower than five years ago. First-time mothers are, on average, younger than first-time brides. About half of parents are not married at the time of their child's birth.
Most marriages occur between the ages of 20 and 30. Women marry most often between the ages of 25 and 29, but their numbers have declined. Men marry most often between the ages of 30 and 34, and their numbers have also declined.
In recent years, there have been more young people getting married. In 2025, 618 men and 1,079 women under the age of 25 got married. Ten years ago, there were fewer such marriages. The media has reported that young people marry to receive benefits, but there is no concrete data to support this.
The number of marriages has declined the most among 30- to 40-year-olds. The decline is smaller among older people. Over the long term, the share of older people getting married has increased. For example, those aged 45 and older accounted for 13% of marriages in 2005 but 20% in 2025.
The highest number of divorces occurred in Harju County—52%. This was followed by Ida-Viru County, which accounted for 13% of divorces. The number of divorces in Ida-Viru County has increased in recent years. In Tartu County, 312 men and 310 women divorced. The number of divorces in Tartu County has decreased compared to the previous year but has increased compared to earlier years.
Estonians accounted for the most divorces—1,894 men and 1,897 women. Of these, 1,621 divorces were between two Estonians. Among Russians, 804 men and 892 women divorced, while among Ukrainians, 117 men and 122 women divorced.
Marriage and divorce statistics do not capture all relationships in Estonia. About half of people never marry. The statistics also do not account for cohabiting relationships and their dissolution. Statistics Estonia's data was published as of 10.06.2026. The data may change later.