Low Fertility Countries

Low fertility countries are nations where the average number of children born per woman is below the level needed to maintain their population size, typically around 2.1 children per woman. Factors contributing to this trend include increased access to education and careers for women, urbanization, higher living costs, and changing lifestyles that prioritize smaller families. This can lead to an aging population and potential economic challenges, such as labor shortages and increased healthcare costs. Examples of low fertility countries include Japan, Germany, and Italy, where governments often implement policies to encourage higher birth rates.