This diagram presents World Fertility Rate. The fertility rate statistics are compiled by World Bank. Latest births per woman information for World.
The global fertility rate continues to decline, now nearing replacement level. Urbanization, female education, and access to healthcare are major contributors to this worldwide trend. See detailed World children per woman data.
World Fertility Rate History
Below is the long term historical World fertility rates from 1960 to 2026 according to Worldbank data and most recent estimates.
