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Based Camp | Simone & Malcolm Collins

Why Fertility is Collapsing: Shocking Stats with @MoreBirths

Jun 13, 2024
Prolific demographer and data analyst Dan Hess, aka Morberths, joins Malcolm and Simone to discuss the impact of marriage, urban density, living arrangements, and sexual history on fertility rates. They explore the rise in average marriage age, the role of suburban living in boosting fertility, and the implications of young adults living with parents on reproduction.
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  • Marriage positively impacts fertility rates by signaling commitment to family life and correlating with higher happiness levels.
  • Urban density and living arrangements play a significant role in fertility rates, with suburbs and lower population density areas showing higher fertility rates compared to high-rise urban environments.

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Marriage and Fertility Factors in Europe

Europe shows high average age at marriage, like 33.8 in France and 34.8 in Sweden. Countries like Australia and South Africa have much later marriages than the United States, impacting fertility rates. Latin American countries and the United States exhibit later marriages, affecting fertility dynamics. By the age of 30, fertility significantly decreases, influencing childbearing.

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