South Dakota recorded the highest fertility rate in the U.S. for 2023 at 65.6 live births per 1,000 women aged 15–44, driven by family values and a strong economy—even as the national birthrate wanes.

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South Dakota ranked No. 1 in the nation for fertility rates in 2023, with 65.6 live births per 1,000 women aged 15-44. Nebraska is second (65.2) followed by Alaska (62.4).