People listen to the radio quite frequently, with a large majority tuning in on a weekly basis and many daily listeners as well. For example, 88% of American adults listen to the radio for about 12.2 hours per week on average, and 55% of Gen Z in the U.S. tune in every day to AM/FM radio. In the UK, live radio reaches 90% of the population weekly, with people spending nearly 26 hours each week with audio content, most of which is live radio.

On a daily personal routine basis, radio listening varies widely. Some people listen for multiple hours per day, especially during commutes or work, while others listen more sporadically, such as only in the car or at certain times of day. Across the United States, 82% of people ages 12 and older listen to terrestrial radio weekly, showing sustained popularity.

In summary, radio listening frequency typically ranges from daily listening for many users to weekly listening for a large majority of the population, with average weekly hours often around 12 or more depending on the individual and location.