Percentage of people who pee in shower leaked

Nearly a quarter of Americans pee in the shower on a regular basis, according to new research.

A survey of 2,000 general population Americans revealed that 12% do so daily while another 12% tinkle in their sprinkle a few times every week.

One-quarter of millennials even indicated peeing in the shower is a daily practice, compared to just 13% of Gen X and 6% of baby boomers.

By gender, 30% of men do so regularly, along with 20% of women, according to the survey conducted by Talker Research.

In total, 45% of Americans pee in the shower throughout the course of the average year.

Clint Kreider, licensed marriage and family therapist with Still Water Wellness Group, offers psychological insight into what some would consider to be a taboo practice.

“Peeing in the shower often reflects our modern obsession with multitasking—even in moments meant for relaxation,” said Kreider. “For some, it’s a cheeky rebellion against societal ‘rules;’ for others, it’s sheer efficiency. Why wait when you’re already there? But let’s not overlook the symbolism: The shower is one of the few places we’re truly alone with our thoughts. If a quick tinkle brings a sense of liberation, lean in — just maybe don’t make it a TED Talk topic.

“Habits formed in private spaces often mirror how we handle stress. If shower-peeing becomes a compulsive need to ‘optimize’ every second, it might signal deeper anxiety about time scarcity. Ladies, pelvic floor therapists rightly warn that hovering or ‘pushing’ mid-shower could tense muscles unnecessarily. Think of it as a metaphor: Forcing anything (even pee) under pressure rarely ends well.”

Only 39% indicated that they’re the sole user of their shower. Two in five (41%) share with their partner, while 18% share it with their children.

And for all the use that it gets, results found that the average American only cleans their shower nine times per year.

On top of urinating, Americans also sing (27%), plan for the day ahead (23%) and reflect on the previous day (19%) while in the shower.

Almost one in four millennials (23%) even find themselves thinking about work or crying (15%).

Results also found that Americans believe the average shower should only take 13 minutes.

Perhaps to leave time for bathing on top of peeing, singing, reflecting and crying, the average millennial believes a shower should take a total of 17 minutes.

“If you’re going to go rogue, rinse thoroughly. Mentally, though, consider this: What other tiny, guilt-free joys can you reclaim in daily rituals? Maybe it’s singing off-key or daydreaming. The shower’s steam offers a blank slate — use it to wash away more than just soap,” said Kreider.  “Life’s too short to police your pee. Just aim wisely, laugh often and remember—the best self-care is whatever lets you step out of the shower feeling lighter.”

Survey methodology:

Talker Research surveyed 2,000 general population Americans; the survey was administered and conducted online by Talker Research between Feb. 7 and Feb. 10, 2025.

We are sourcing from a non-probability frame and the two main sources we use are:

• Traditional online access panels — where respondents opt-in to take part in online market research for an incentive
• Programmatic — where respondents are online and are given the option to take part in a survey to receive a virtual incentive usually related to the online activity they are engaging in

Those who did not fit the specified sample were terminated from the survey. As the survey is fielded, dynamic online sampling is used, adjusting targeting to achieve the quotas specified as part of the sampling plan.

Regardless of which sources a respondent came from, they were directed to an Online Survey, where the survey was conducted in English; a link to the questionnaire can be shared upon request. Respondents were awarded points for completing the survey. These points have a small cash-equivalent monetary value.

Cells are only reported on for analysis if they have a minimum of 80 respondents, and statistical significance is calculated at the 95% level. Data is not weighted, but quotas and other parameters are put in place to reach the desired sample.

Interviews are excluded from the final analysis if they failed quality-checking measures. This includes:

• Speeders: Respondents who complete the survey in a time that is quicker than one-third of the median length of interview are disqualified as speeders
• Open ends: All verbatim responses (full open-ended questions as well as other please specify options) are checked for inappropriate or irrelevant text
• Bots: Captcha is enabled on surveys, which allows the research team to identify and disqualify bots
• Duplicates: Survey software has “deduping” based on digital fingerprinting, which ensures nobody is allowed to take the survey more than once

It is worth noting that this survey was only available to individuals with internet access, and the results may not be generalizable to those without internet access.