One of Utah’s greatest economic advantages is still slipping: Birth rate

Utah's total fertility rate has fallen to 1.8 births per woman in 2024, below replacement level, prompting concerns about future workforce shortages, school closures, and economic growth. Experts and advocacy groups discuss causes including migration, delayed childbearing, and rising costs, along with policy responses like…

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