There's no one-size-fits-all answer when it comes to major life milestones. In fact, when the Pew Research Center asked more than 3,600 U.S. adults about the "best age" to get married, have a child, buy a home, or retire, a significant portion said there isn't one.
But among those who do think there's an ideal age, some clear patterns emerged — and they vary depending on age, income, religion, and political views.
