The trend of marriage registrations in Hong Kong shows volatility, particularly a significant decline after 2019. This change may be attributed to various factors, including the impact of social movements and the disruption caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, leading people to consider marriage more cautiously. Additionally, rising living costs and high property prices have made young people less inclined to marry, resulting in an increase in late marriages or a preference for remaining single. These factors collectively influence marriage choices, reflecting changing social attitudes and the challenges of living realities.

The divorce rate in Hong Kong has significantly increased since 1981, reflecting changing social attitudes towards marriage and a greater emphasis on individual freedom. After 2013, the divorce rate showed a slight decline, possibly due to more cautious attitudes towards marriage and the choice of more rational partners. However, in 2019, the divorce rate rose again, likely linked to social unrest and increased family pressures during the pandemic. Although there was a subsequent decline, the trend after 2021 indicates that the divorce rate may rise again, highlighting the fragility of marriage and its close connection to the social environment.