By 2040, Deaths Will Outpace Births In The United States

Between 2024 and 2054, the United States population is projected to increase by 12.0%, from 342 million in 2024 to 383 million by 2054. However, starting in 2040, the number of deaths in the United States is projected to exceed the number of births. After 2040, population growth will be driven by immigration. Overall population growth is projected to slow from an average of 0.6% per year between 2024 and 2034 to a yearly average of 0.2% between 2045 and 2054.

The civilian noninstitutionalized population aged 16 years and older is projected to increase by 14.4 . . .