Who Uses AI Companions?
Demographics, motivations, and data — a comprehensive look at the people behind the AI companion revolution.
AI companions have moved far beyond any single demographic. The 30+ million global users span every age group, gender, income level, and continent. Understanding who uses AI companions — and why — paints a fascinating picture of modern human connection.
Age Distribution
AI companions attract users across all adult age groups, with the largest segment being young adults navigating the complexities of modern dating and…
Gender Breakdown
While male users still represent the majority, the gender gap is narrowing rapidly as platforms diversify their companion offerings.
73%
male
Seeking companionship, intimacy, and emotional connection
22%
female
Fastest-growing segment — 180% increase in 2025
5%
nonbinary
Appreciating the customizable, non-judgmental nature of AI companions
Top Countries by Usage
AI companion adoption correlates with internet penetration, cultural openness to technology, and levels of social isolation.
Why People Use AI Companions
User motivations are more diverse than stereotypes suggest. The data reveals a nuanced picture of human needs.
Income Distribution
AI companion users span all income levels, challenging the assumption that it's a luxury product.
- Under $30K — 22% of users
- $30K-$60K — 35% of users
- $60K-$100K — 28% of users
- Over $100K — 15% of users
Relationship Status
Perhaps the most surprising data point: AI companion users aren't all single.
- Single — 58% of users
- In a relationship — 24% of users
- Married — 12% of users
- It's complicated — 6% of users
Cite This Research
This demographic data is compiled from public surveys, platform analytics, and academic research. Free to cite — just link back to this page.
Source: MyAIBae Demographics Report 2026