Launch Event: 2026 World Population Data Sheet
Join PRB for the launch of the 2026 World Population Data Sheet and a fresh look at the demographic forces reshaping our world.
Area of Expertise: Population Dynamics and Planning
Social Security’s Reserves Could Be Depleted in the Next Decade—Demographics Are a Big Reason Why
Much of this was foreseeable, yet Social Security has not had a major overhaul in over four decades.
When Births Fall, Readiness Can’t
At the PAA Annual Meeting, global data experts discussed progress and the work ahead to build a sustainable survey system
Report: The 2026 Appalachian Regional Commission Chartbook
Released by the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) and Population Reference Bureau (PRB), The Appalachian Region: A Data Overview from the 2020–2024 American Community Survey shows key improvements in Appalachia, including a decline in poverty rates and increased income levels and educational attainment.
New Data Shows Falling Poverty, Rising Income and Education in Appalachia—But Challenges Remain
Despite economic improvements, the region still lags behind the U.S. in population growth and broadband access.
Pulling Back the Curtain on Migration Trends
Contrary to common narratives, the percentage of international migrants among the world’s population has remained relatively stable—and small—for decades.
Progress Stalled
What if improving life expectancy isn’t guaranteed?
Beyond Residents and Tourists: ‘Kankei Jinkou’ and Japan’s Response to Depopulation
The future of communities may depend less on how many residents they have—and more on how many people they can meaningfully connect with.
Immigration Is Saving Fewer U.S. Counties From Population Loss
Without immigration as a buffer, the U.S. population could begin shrinking in 2033, the CBO projects.
2026 World Population Data Sheet
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