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US cities see rapid child population decline
American cities have experienced a significant decline in the number of children under 18 over the past decade, with a 6% decrease nationwide and a 15% drop among children under five in major cities. This decline stems from several reasons, including rising living costs, safety concerns, fears of financial repercussions, and some families' preferences to remain in their current locations or move to more expensive areas or places with a better quality of life. Additionally, the decline in birth rates, which reached 9% during the same period—with a notable decrease among women of Hispanic origin—plays a key role. This downturn negatively impacts city economies by reducing demand for educational and commercial services and creating challenges in funding schools and providing support for children. This trend began in 2017 and accelerated during the COVID-19 pandemic, leading many families to relocate to the suburbs or more distant areas, especially in cities with affordable living costs, which have seen growth in their child populations over the last decade.
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