They make up 12% of the population ages 50-plus in the United States.
Still, like many Americans, solo agers have put off making their end-of-life wishes known.
Meanwhile, older Americans tend be optimistic about the future, according to the survey.
Few report feeling sad (13%) or angry (2%).
Still, as they age, this group adjusts.
Friendships fill the gap for many who live alone.
The sample included 1,086 solo agers and 536 adults over age 50, weighted to be nationally representative.
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