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America Counts: Stories Behind the Numbers
Population Trends Across the Globe
Unprecedented fertility declines in South Korea. High immigration in Canada. An aging population in Cuba. A slow fertility decline in Côte d’Ivoire.
The U.S. Census Bureau produces population estimates and projections for over 200 countries and areas with populations of 5,000 or more that are publicly available on the International Database.
These population estimates and projections show population trends that are unique to some countries and others that represent broader global shifts. They also help the U.S. government and the public answer fundamental questions about the world’s people and places.
Today, the Census Bureau published revised estimates and projections for 34 countries or areas. The updates incorporate new population data and changes in demographic trends.
Continue reading to learn more about population trends around the world.
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