Yahoo! Personals Third Annual Singles' Voice Survey

BUSINESS WIRE -- Sept 19 -- The third annual Yahoo! Personals Singles' Voice Survey (2000 singles) found the number of mature online daters, 50+ is on the rise. Also, more than 75% of singles are looking for long-term relationships, with the 45-49 year old age group most interested in forming long term relationships.  47% say they enjoy being able to make their own schedules without having to consider anyone else. West Coast singles continue to socialize the most; nearly a third go out at least two nights a week.  28% of East Coasters go out two nights a week. 49% of Southerners revealed they would choose to lock lips on a first date, more than any other region. 51% of men and 56% of women say they would date up to ten years younger.  20% of males would date someone 20 years younger. Less than 10% of women would date someone 20 years their junior. And on a surprising note, 52% of men would date someone up to ten years their senior. When considering a long-term relationship, singles in general say the ability to have fun together and enjoy each other's company is the most important quality when considering a long-term relationship.