How Much Time We Really Spend Sleeping Will Probably Surprise You

How Much Time We Really Spend Sleeping Will Probably Surprise You

If you’re one of those people who always say “I got no sleep last night,” the amount of sleep the average American gets a night is likely higher than you expected.

According to the latest American Time Use Survey from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Americans get about 8 hours and 45 minutes of sleep a night, on average. The data is based on interviews with 11,400 people conducted in 2013.

The report also provided some insights into how our sleep differs on weekdays, as compared to weekends:

Americans Sleep: Weekdays vs. Weekends | Create Infographics

Curious how else Americans spend their time? Take a look at the hours we log doing everyday activities:

This Is How Americans Spend Their Time | Create Infographics

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