Millennials choose success over a happy relationship- survey

A national survey found that Filipino Millennials will choose success over relationships, marking a shift in generational values. The survey which was featured in Arkipelago Analytics, asked 402 respondents and had a  5% margin of error.

The survey found that 64% of Filipino Millennials consider “being successful” as their top priority—only 50% ranked “a happy relationship” as essential.

The results also shows the difference in priorities according to gender. Among those who value success, 55% are women and 45% are men. 

Feeling safe and secure is important to 62% of the respondents, men (53%) slightly ahead of  women (47%). The desire for a happy relationship is evenly split between men and women at 50% each. 

Meanwhile, 34% prioritize having fun, with more men (54%) who want to have fun more than women (45%).

An honest and respectable life is a priority for 32% of Filipino Millennials, with slightly more women (52%) than men (48%) valuing it. 

Gaining knowledge or skill is seen as important by 24% of respondents, with men (51%) and women (49%) almost in a dead heat. Being independent is at 18%, with an identical split of 51% male and 49% female. 

Professional growth is important to 10% of Millennials, with more men (55%) placing greater emphasis on it than women (45%).

Social justice and traditions scored lowest among priorities. Only 4% and 2% of respondents considering them important, respectively. 

A higher percentage of men (56%) prioritize social justice compared to women (44%), while traditions remain evenly split at 50%.

These findings highlight a growing emphasis on career success and financial security among Filipino Millennials, with women slightly outpacing men in prioritizing success. While relationships remain significant,  individual achievement has taken a big leap.