Fertility in Poland: According to data from the Central Statistical Office for 2023, the situation in Poland is the worst since the beginning of measurements. The fertility rate was 1,158 children per woman. “Rzeczpospolita” emphasizes that it is born in Poland least children in the entire European Union. As for the entire continent, the situation is only worse Malta and in Ukraine.
What could be the effects: People who are currently 50-70 years old belong to the so-called demographic boom. This significantly contributed to Poland's economic and international success after 1989, but we need to start getting used to the fact that this The demographic dividend may soon begin to expire – indicates journal. Demography may have an impact on the economy, for example because it scales various industries on the market and affects the profitability of running businesses, innovation and the height of prices.
Central Statistical Office forecasts: The Central Statistical Office data published some time ago does not inspire optimism. Forecasts show that by 2060 Poland's population will decrease by 6.7 million people relative to 2023. The demographic crisis will be fueled primarily by high mortality. In 2060, the number of deaths is expected to be nearly 490,000. At the same time, the Central Statistical Office indicates that, taking into account predictable factors, an increase in the number of births is unlikely, although another baby boom could save us from demographic collapse.
More you can read about demography in Poland in the text: A demographic catastrophe is coming. The Central Statistical Office forecasts a drastic decline in Poland's population. Here's the data
Sources: “Republic”, rp.pl, Central Statistical Office