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Utah's fertility rate has declined more than the national average over 50 years.

The average age of first marriage for Utah women is now 25.2 years old.

Divorce rates in Utah have more than tripled since 1970, reflecting national trends.

Utah’s fertility rate has been higher than the national average for more than a half century. But in that time, it has also fallen more than the nation’s, as well. The Beehive State’s total fertility rate is 45.5% lower than 50 years ago, while the nation’s rate has dropped 36%.

That’s according to a new report by the Utah Women and Leadership Project, tracking fertility and marital status trends from 1970 to 2023. The “ Utah Women and Fertility ” research snapshot also includes “cultural contexts” by decade and some advice for policymake

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