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U.S. Birthrate Plummets 25%: Future Workforce at Risk

2/27/2026

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The U.S. birthrate has fallen more than 25% since 2007, reaching a historic low.
The decline raises concerns about future workforce support for an aging population.
Research shows the steepest declines are among younger women, especially those without a college degree.
Rose Paz, a 22-year-old from a working-class family, illustrates how financial stability shapes family planning.

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Story summary

The U.S. birthrate has fallen more than 25% since 2007, reaching a historic low.
The decline raises concerns about future workforce support for an aging population.
Research shows the steepest declines are among younger women, especially those without a college degree.
Rose Paz, a 22-year-old from a working-class family, illustrates how financial stability shapes family planning.