According to a recent NYT > U.S. News article, Utah has become the leading state in the United States for declining birth rates, a stark reversal from its historical reputation for large families.
The story highlights that Utah’s fertility rate has fallen faster than in any other state, making it the top droper of birth rates nationally. No specific figures or quotes are cited in the brief excerpt.
Large‑family norms have long characterized Utah, so the current trend signals a significant shift in demographic patterns that could affect future workforce and social‑service dynamics across the U.S.