Mar 4, 2026 · In 2025, there were about 341.8 million living in the US. That makes the US the third-most populous country in the world, home to 4.2% or roughly 1 in every 24 people on the planet. The …

The proportion of people ages 65 and older in the population is rising, while the proportion of people younger than 18 is falling. The elderly population’s share has risen 6 percentage points since 1980, …

Population facts The United States population grew faster in 2024 than during the previous 15 years. Birth rates remain near historic lows and Americans continue to age, while migration accounts for …

In 2024, there were about 1.93 million people living in Santa Clara County, CA. That makes Santa Clara County the 18th-most populous county in the US. It is also the sixth-largest in California, accounting …

Jun 18, 2025 · Population How many Americans voted in 2024? Voter turnout was the third highest since 1980 but declined by 1.5 percentage points since 2020.

In 2025, there were 5.97 million people living in Wisconsin. That makes Wisconsin the 21st-most populous state, home to 1.7% of people living in the US.

The House of Representatives (the House) is one of two chambers of the legislative branch responsible for creating and passing federal laws. It has 435 voting members, each representing a district within …

These reports cover the financial forces that affect daily American life. Discover how exports and imports impact US taxes, debt, and more.

Feb 4, 2025 · What is a tariff? Tariffs, sometimes called duties or customs duties, are taxes on goods that are traded between nations. When goods cross the US border, Customs and Border Protection …

Oct 31, 2025 · Government How will the government shutdown impact SNAP? Without federal funding during the shutdown, over 40 million people may lose access to SNAP benefits.