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Sleep Routines and Tiredness Among Children Ages 2-17 Years: United States, 2024
NCHS Data Brief
|March 23, 2026
Summary
Children aged 5-10 with higher family incomes are more likely to have regular bedtimes. Children with disabilities are more likely to report daytime tiredness.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Health
- Sleep Science
- Public Health Surveillance
Background:
- Establishing regular sleep patterns in children is crucial for overall health and well-being.
- Understanding factors influencing children's sleep and daytime fatigue is essential for targeted interventions.
Purpose of the Study:
- To analyze the prevalence of regular bedtimes among children aged 2-17 years using 2024 National Health Interview Survey (NHIS) data.
- To determine the percentage of children experiencing daytime tiredness and identify associated demographic factors.
Main Methods:
- Utilized data from the 2024 National Health Interview Survey (NHIS).
- Employed SAS-callable SUDAAN software for complex sample design analysis.
- Conducted logistic regression to assess trends by age and family income.
Main Results:
- Children aged 5-10 years exhibited the highest likelihood of having a regular bedtime.
- Children in families with incomes at or above 200% of the federal poverty level were more likely to have regular bedtimes.
- Children with disabilities reported significantly higher rates of daytime tiredness (22.0%) compared to those without disabilities (6.3%).
Conclusions:
- Regular bedtime routines appear more common in school-aged children and those from higher socioeconomic backgrounds.
- Disability status is a significant factor associated with increased daytime fatigue in children.
- Findings highlight the need for further research into sleep disparities and the impact of disability on children's daytime alertness.
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