WASHINGTON, D.C. – A recent report from the U.S. Census Bureau’s Current Population Survey Fertility Supplement shows a significant increase in the percentage of childless women across nearly all age groups. The only exception was women ages 45 to 50, who saw a slight decline in childlessness.

The data, which compares 2014 and 2024, reveals a trend of women delaying childbirth, often until their late 30s and 40s.

Key Findings by Age Group

The rise in childlessness was most pronounced among women in their 20s:

Ages 20-24: The share of childless women rose from about 75% in 2014 to 85% in 2024.

Ages 25-29: Childlessness increased from roughly 50% to 63%.

Ages 30-34: The percentage of childless women grew from approximately 29% to 40%.

Ages 15-19: The share of childless teens incr

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