American Women, 2003

Facts and Figures about American Women's History, 2003, from the U.S. Census Bureau

22: As of 2000, what percentage of women ended their childbearing years with four or more children? 

Answer: 11%

In 1976?

Answer: 36%

Source:
http://www.census.gov/Press-Release/www/2002/cb02-22.html

Chart: average number of children that women today can expect to have in their lifetime

Chart: average number of children that women in Utah can expect to have in their lifetime (highest in nation)

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23: According to census figures released in 2003, how many women have babies each year? Of this number, how many are teens?  How many are age 40 or older?

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Source: U.S. Census Bureau

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