It is not surprising at all if we consider evolutionary psychology and how dating actually works due to the differences between men and women. David Buss did a

It is not surprising at all if we consider evolutionary psychology and how dating actually works due to the differences between men and women. David Buss did a lot of research in that field, this [1] is a nice intro. Women and men have completely different attractiveness trajectories and „what's at risk” when having sex. The article correctly argues that societal changes made it a lot more difficult for young men to find a romantic partner: - No pressure to marry early in your twenties as a woman. Instead, it's even expected to „have some fun“ and marry later. - Dating apps and a more individualistic society make it easy for women to find a mate outside of their social cirle. Unless they've been doing exceptionally well (e.g. are physically fit, have a good status in their peer group, a well-rounded personality and make some money), men in their early twenties don't have a lot to offer to women of their age. On the other hand, women are usually in their peak attractiveness in early/mid twenties and can easily select an older partner. Anecdotal experience also confirms that. I'm in my late 20s, my GF in her early twenties. She had no serious interest in anyone from her school year. We met on a dating app. Quite a few of my similar-aged friends who had very litte luck with women found a romantic partner once they've finished their degree and earned some money. [1]: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mu4Uki8VyLc https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mu4Uki8VyLc