It is not self gratification to look at the current situation and say “not worth it” if it actually isn’t. And it usually isn’t.
Exceptions abound, clearly. We are talking about a trend, not a universal rule.
For those who live for Jesus, the married life is always “worth it.” It may not always be easy, but still worth it. God ordained marriage (between male and female) and will always bless them as they honor and live for Him.
God also blesses those who remain single as they live for and honor Him.
The Key is living for God. Marriage will not work without it, and neither will the single life.