How do fertility rates vary by state over time?

North Dakota and Louisiana are the only states that increased their fertility rates between 2005 and 2021. North Dakota had the greatest increase, 2.93%, while Louisiana’s rose 1.13%.

The fertility rate particularly dropped in Southwestern states between 2005 and 2021. Utah and Arizona were neck and neck at a 31.47% decrease and 31.14% decrease, respectively.