Staten Island, New York Jun 9, 2025 (Issuewire.com) - As AI continues to transform how people connect, one segment is capturing headlinesand hearts. AIGirlfriends.ai has just published the most comprehensive report to date on the rise of AI romantic companions: AI Girlfriend Statistics : Market Growth, User Trends & Insights.
The report dives deep into how virtual relationships are evolving, revealing that the AI girlfriend market is projected to surge from $2.8B in 2024 to $9.5B by 2028, with long-term forecasts reaching $24.5B by 2034 (Market.us). What began as a sci-fi fantasy is now reshaping emotional support, digital intimacy, and even spending habits.
AI girlfriends are no longer a niche curiositythey're becoming emotional infrastructure for millions, says Jack Taylor, Head of Insights at AIGirlfriends.ai and author of the report.
Key Findings from the Report:
Search Growth: AI girlfriend queries surged 2,400% between 20222025
Demographics: 81% of users identify as male; average age is 27
Daily Use: 55% of users chat with their AI partner every day
Retention: 68% of users stay after 30 days, averaging 76 messages per day
Spending: Premium users spend $47/month on average, with 38% upgrading from free tiers
Global and Cultural Impact
Interest is rising in key tech markets like the U.S., India, Japan, and Germany. Younger males are leading adoption, with nearly 1 in 3 men aged 1834 already having interacted with an AI partner. Economic factors also influence comfort levelslower-income users tend to be more open to digital romance.
Emotional Depth and Ethical Questions
While users report genuine emotional comfortsome even comparing AI partners to real relationshipstherapists warn of potential overdependence. The report also highlights troubling gaps: 73% of AI apps fail to fully disclose their data usage policies (Business Insider).
Theres a fine line between emotional support and emotional substitution, says licensed therapist Jaime Bronstein. AI can helpbut it shouldnt replace human connection.
Whats Next
Emerging technologies like AR/VR integration, biometric emotion tracking, and open-source romantic agents are pushing the boundaries of personalization. As adoption accelerates, AIGirlfriends.ai urges platforms to innovate responsiblywith user safety, transparency, and emotional well-being in mind.
Source :aigirlfriends.ai
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