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Utah's fertility rate dropped 45.5% over 50 years, higher than the national average, a new report said.

The report says marriage ages in Utah have increased, and the social landscape is much different than previous generations.

The report also urges policymakers to support families with child care and housing affordability.

SALT LAKE CITY — Utah's fertility rate has been higher than the national average for more than half a 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 it was 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 tren

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