ItalyAccording to Istat data from 2024, more than four out of ten Italians do not read books, with 57.1% of people aged six and older having read at least one book in the past year. The survey highlights gender differences, showing women are more likely to read than men (62.6% vs. 51.2%), with this gap increasing through adolescence into adulthood before slightly decreasing in later years. Reading habits vary significantly by region, with over 60% of the population in northern and central Italy reading regularly compared to 47% in southern regions. Education level and income also strongly influence reading behavior, with those who have higher education levels being three times more likely to read than those with lower education. While digital formats like e-books and audiobooks are growing in popularity, printed books remain dominant, with over 20 million Italians still reading physical books in 2025.
Bias read (Center): The article presents statistical findings from Istat surveys without overtly favoring any political perspective. It focuses on demographic trends, regional disparities, and changes in reading habits over time, using neutral language and presenting data without commentary or interpretation that would
Why these scores (Factual 85 · Objective 88): The article presents data from ISTAT's 2024 survey on reading habits, accurately reporting statistics on literacy rates, gender differences, and regional disparities. It maintains a neutral tone, presenting findings without overt bias. The information aligns with typical demographic trends observed
