Teen Birth Rates by State 2025 โ€“ Who’s Making Progress and Whoโ€™s Falling Behind

A young mother rests in a hospital bed holding her newborn, representing real stories behind the 2025 teen birth rates

https://www.cdc.gov/nchs/state-stats/births/teen-births.htmlBirth rates among teens have dropped sharply over the past few decades, reflecting shifting cultural norms, better access to contraception, and a growing awareness of the challenges that come with early parenthood. But thereโ€™s still a lot of variation between states, with some leading the charge and others lagging. In 2022, the U.S. recorded 143,789 … Read more