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Data indicates that in 2022, the overall growth rate was purportedly 1.61%, yet many question the accuracy of these figures, particularly when the native population appears to be in a slow decline. Some predict that by 2050, the native population may fall below one million, while migration numbers could surpass that of native-born citizens, as potential parents opt out of child-rearing altogether.
The Debate over Native and Migrant Populations
Prolonged discussions often focus on the different demographics of the U.S. population, particularly how migrants contribute to overall numbers. Critics argue that even if migrants experience higher birth rates, the nature of their status—whether legal or illegal—complicates their classification within population statistics.