US Fertility Rates Stagnant Amid Aging Population Concerns

The US birth rate remained near record lows in 2024, highlighting concerns about a shrinking population.

According to data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, there were 54.6 births per 1,000 females ages 15-44, roughly the same as the previous year's record low figure.

The number of births in 2024 was 3.622 million, up slightly from 3.596 million in 2023. Fertility rates for Hispanic females increased by 2% and Asian women experienced a 3% increase, while Black women saw a 4% decline.

"Without immigration, US suffers population decline starting in 2033, report shows."

The data also showed that teenagers were less likely to give birth, with the fertility rate among females ages 15-17 declining by 4% and those ages 18-19 experiencing a 3% decrease.

A report from the Congressional Budget Office suggests that without immigration, the US birth rate will not be sufficient to maintain the population. According to the report, deaths will outnumber live births in the US starting in 2033, leading to an aging population and decreased workforce participation.

The CDC's report comes as President Donald Trump and his administration place limitations on immigration to the US. The White House is reportedly considering a $5,000 per mother "baby bonus" to increase the US fertility rate, with President Trump calling it a "good idea."