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Births in the United States, 2015
NCHS Data Brief
|September 21, 2016
Summary
In 2015, U.S. births declined slightly, with fertility rates dropping to record lows for younger women but rising for older women. Cesarean delivery rates decreased while preterm birth rates saw a slight increase.
Area of Science:
- Demography
- Public Health
- Reproductive Health
Background:
- The U.S. experienced 3.978 million births in 2015, a slight decrease from the previous year.
- National Vital Statistics System data provides comprehensive birth information.
Purpose of the Study:
- To analyze key demographic and maternal/infant health indicators from 2015 final birth data.
- To present trends in general fertility rates, age-specific birth rates, cesarean delivery, and preterm birth rates.
Main Methods:
- Utilized final birth data from the National Vital Statistics System for 2015.
- Examined trends in general fertility rates (births per 1,000 women aged 15-44).
- Analyzed age-specific birth rates, cesarean delivery rates, and preterm birth rates.
Main Results:
- The U.S. general fertility rate decreased by 1% in 2015.
- Birth rates reached record lows for women under 30, while increasing for women aged 30-44.
- The cesarean delivery rate declined to 32.0%, and the preterm birth rate slightly increased to 9.63%.
Conclusions:
- 2015 data indicates shifting fertility patterns across age groups.
- While cesarean rates decreased, preterm birth rates showed a slight rise, highlighting ongoing maternal and infant health considerations.
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