Youngest States

Median Age
Median Age
1.MaineMaine44.8 Years Old
2.New HampshireNew Hampshire43 Years Old
3.VermontVermont42.8 Years Old
4.West VirginiaWest Virginia42.7 Years Old
5.FloridaFlorida42.2 Years Old
6.ConnecticutConnecticut41.1 Years Old
7.DelawareDelaware41 Years Old
8.PennsylvaniaPennsylvania40.9 Years Old
9.MontanaMontana40.1 Years Old
10.Rhode IslandRhode Island40 Years Old
11.New JerseyNew Jersey40 Years Old
12.MichiganMichigan39.8 Years Old
13.South CarolinaSouth Carolina39.7 Years Old
14.MassachusettsMassachusetts39.6 Years Old
15.WisconsinWisconsin39.6 Years Old
16.OhioOhio39.5 Years Old
17.OregonOregon39.5 Years Old
18.HawaiiHawaii39.4 Years Old
19.AlabamaAlabama39.2 Years Old
20.KentuckyKentucky39 Years Old
21.New YorkNew York39 Years Old
22.North CarolinaNorth Carolina38.9 Years Old
23.MarylandMaryland38.8 Years Old
24.TennesseeTennessee38.8 Years Old
25.MissouriMissouri38.7 Years Old
26.VirginiaVirginia38.4 Years Old
27.ArkansasArkansas38.3 Years Old
28.IllinoisIllinois38.3 Years Old
29.IowaIowa38.3 Years Old
30.NevadaNevada38.2 Years Old
31.MinnesotaMinnesota38.1 Years Old
32.New MexicoNew Mexico38.1 Years Old
33.WyomingWyoming38 Years Old
34.ArizonaArizona37.9 Years Old
35.WashingtonWashington37.8 Years Old
36.IndianaIndiana37.8 Years Old
37.MississippiMississippi37.7 Years Old
38.South DakotaSouth Dakota37.2 Years Old
39.LouisianaLouisiana37.2 Years Old
40.KansasKansas36.9 Years Old
41.GeorgiaGeorgia36.9 Years Old
42.ColoradoColorado36.9 Years Old
43.OklahomaOklahoma36.7 Years Old
44.CaliforniaCalifornia36.7 Years Old
45.IdahoIdaho36.6 Years Old
46.NebraskaNebraska36.6 Years Old
47.North DakotaNorth Dakota35.2 Years Old
48.TexasTexas34.8 Years Old
49.AlaskaAlaska34.6 Years Old
50.UtahUtah31.1 Years Old

Introduction

In a youthful surge, states across the United States display a diverse range of median ages, reflecting varying birth rates, life expectancies, and migration patterns. This spectrum of age complexes significantly influences the socio-economic, political, and cultural outlook of these regions. States with younger populations are often associated with higher fertility rates and robust, dynamic demographics poised for economic growth and innovation. On the other end of the spectrum, states with an aging population, owing to lower birth rates and high life expectancy, face challenges tied to healthcare, transformation in job markets, and policy reforms. Drawing from the dataset of 'Median Age', some noteworthy patterns and regional differences emerge.

  • Utah enjoys the position as the state with the youngest median age in the United States, possibly a result of higher fertility rates.
  • The top five states with the lowest median age are Utah, Alaska, Texas, North Dakota, and Idaho, all below the U.S. median age of 38.5 years, suggesting a vibrant and youthful demographic profile.
  • The data also reveals an intriguing contrast. In stark opposition to the younger states, Maine holds the highest median age of 44.8 years, more than a decade older than Utah, presenting a significant demographic and socio-cultural contrast among states.
  • The balance between younger and older populations varies significantly across states, highlighting the impact of regional specificities on population age structures.

Youngest States in the U.S

Youngest States in the U.S.

The youngest populations in the U.S., based on median age, are primarily concentrated in the Western and Southern parts of the country. While Utah leads the list as the youngest state, there are a collection of other states with a significant youthful demographic that contribute to variety and dynamism in the nation's population landscape.

Utah First on the list is Utah, holding the title of the youngest state in the U.S., with a median age of just 31.1 years. This data aligns with Utah's high birth rate and reputation for health and vitality. This state's youthful vigor can be largely attributed to its high fertility and lower rates of excessive drinking and smoking.

District of Columbia Ranked second, The District of Columbia, with a median age of 34.1 years, attracts a youthful crowd, primarily due to its status as the nation's capital and hub of various industries and opportunities.

Alaska Taking the third spot, Alaska reports a median age of 34.6 years, driven by its high birth rate, making it one of the youngest states in the U.S.

Texas Texas, with a median age of 34.8 years, ranks fourth. As with other young states, this ties into its high fertility rates.

North Dakota North Dakota has a median age of 35.2 years, giving it a place amongst the states with the youngest populations.

Idaho, Nebraska, California, Oklahoma, Colorado Following closely are Idaho and Nebraska with a median age of 36.6 years, and California and Oklahoma at 36.7, Colorado trails right behind with a median age of 36.9 years.

Given these demographics, these states stand poised for growth and innovation, driven by their youthful and dynamic populations. Below are the median ages of the ten youngest states in the U.S.:

  1. Utah - 31.1 years
  2. District of Columbia - 34.1 years
  3. Alaska - 34.6 years
  4. Texas - 34.8 years
  5. North Dakota - 35.2 years
  6. Idaho - 36.6 years
  7. Nebraska - 36.6 years
  8. California - 36.7 years
  9. Oklahoma - 36.7 years
  10. Colorado - 36.9 years

Implications of these age disparities across states are far-reaching, affecting political, social, and cultural landscapes, and shaping the future progress of the nation.

By Region

Alabama

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Alabama

Metric

Value

Rank

Median Age

39.2 Years Old

#19

Alaska

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Alaska

Metric

Value

Rank

Median Age

34.6 Years Old

#49

Arizona

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Arizona

Metric

Value

Rank

Median Age

37.9 Years Old

#34

Arkansas

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Arkansas

Metric

Value

Rank

Median Age

38.3 Years Old

#27

California

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California

Metric

Value

Rank

Median Age

36.7 Years Old

#44

Colorado

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Colorado

Metric

Value

Rank

Median Age

36.9 Years Old

#42

Connecticut

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Connecticut

Metric

Value

Rank

Median Age

41.1 Years Old

#6

Delaware

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Delaware

Metric

Value

Rank

Median Age

41 Years Old

#7

Florida

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Florida

Metric

Value

Rank

Median Age

42.2 Years Old

#5

Georgia

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Georgia

Metric

Value

Rank

Median Age

36.9 Years Old

#41

Hawaii

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Hawaii

Metric

Value

Rank

Median Age

39.4 Years Old

#18

Idaho

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Idaho

Metric

Value

Rank

Median Age

36.6 Years Old

#45

Illinois

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Illinois

Metric

Value

Rank

Median Age

38.3 Years Old

#28

Indiana

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Indiana

Metric

Value

Rank

Median Age

37.8 Years Old

#36

Iowa

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Iowa

Metric

Value

Rank

Median Age

38.3 Years Old

#29

Kansas

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Kansas

Metric

Value

Rank

Median Age

36.9 Years Old

#40

Kentucky

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Kentucky

Metric

Value

Rank

Median Age

39 Years Old

#20

Louisiana

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Louisiana

Metric

Value

Rank

Median Age

37.2 Years Old

#39

Maine

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Maine

Metric

Value

Rank

Median Age

44.8 Years Old

#1

Maryland

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Maryland

Metric

Value

Rank

Median Age

38.8 Years Old

#23

Massachusetts

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Massachusetts

Metric

Value

Rank

Median Age

39.6 Years Old

#14

Michigan

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Michigan

Metric

Value

Rank

Median Age

39.8 Years Old

#12

Minnesota

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Minnesota

Metric

Value

Rank

Median Age

38.1 Years Old

#31

Mississippi

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Mississippi

Metric

Value

Rank

Median Age

37.7 Years Old

#37

Missouri

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Missouri

Metric

Value

Rank

Median Age

38.7 Years Old

#25

Montana

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Montana

Metric

Value

Rank

Median Age

40.1 Years Old

#9

Nebraska

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Nebraska

Metric

Value

Rank

Median Age

36.6 Years Old

#46

Nevada

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Nevada

Metric

Value

Rank

Median Age

38.2 Years Old

#30

New Hampshire

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New Hampshire

Metric

Value

Rank

Median Age

43 Years Old

#2

New Jersey

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New Jersey

Metric

Value

Rank

Median Age

40 Years Old

#11

New Mexico

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New Mexico

Metric

Value

Rank

Median Age

38.1 Years Old

#32

New York

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New York

Metric

Value

Rank

Median Age

39 Years Old

#21

North Carolina

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North Carolina

Metric

Value

Rank

Median Age

38.9 Years Old

#22

North Dakota

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North Dakota

Metric

Value

Rank

Median Age

35.2 Years Old

#47

Ohio

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Ohio

Metric

Value

Rank

Median Age

39.5 Years Old

#16

Oklahoma

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Oklahoma

Metric

Value

Rank

Median Age

36.7 Years Old

#43

Oregon

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Oregon

Metric

Value

Rank

Median Age

39.5 Years Old

#17

Pennsylvania

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Pennsylvania

Metric

Value

Rank

Median Age

40.9 Years Old

#8

Rhode Island

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Rhode Island

Metric

Value

Rank

Median Age

40 Years Old

#10

South Carolina

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South Carolina

Metric

Value

Rank

Median Age

39.7 Years Old

#13

South Dakota

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South Dakota

Metric

Value

Rank

Median Age

37.2 Years Old

#38

Tennessee

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Tennessee

Metric

Value

Rank

Median Age

38.8 Years Old

#24

Texas

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Texas

Metric

Value

Rank

Median Age

34.8 Years Old

#48

Utah

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Utah

Metric

Value

Rank

Median Age

31.1 Years Old

#50

Vermont

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Vermont

Metric

Value

Rank

Median Age

42.8 Years Old

#3

Virginia

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Virginia

Metric

Value

Rank

Median Age

38.4 Years Old

#26

Washington

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Washington

Metric

Value

Rank

Median Age

37.8 Years Old

#35

West Virginia

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West Virginia

Metric

Value

Rank

Median Age

42.7 Years Old

#4

Wisconsin

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Wisconsin

Metric

Value

Rank

Median Age

39.6 Years Old

#15

Wyoming

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Wyoming

Metric

Value

Rank

Median Age

38 Years Old

#33

Table

Region ↕Median Age ↕
Alabama iconAlabama39.2 Years Old
Alaska iconAlaska34.6 Years Old
Arizona iconArizona37.9 Years Old
Arkansas iconArkansas38.3 Years Old
California iconCalifornia36.7 Years Old
Colorado iconColorado36.9 Years Old
Connecticut iconConnecticut41.1 Years Old
Delaware iconDelaware41 Years Old
Florida iconFlorida42.2 Years Old
Georgia iconGeorgia36.9 Years Old
Hawaii iconHawaii39.4 Years Old
Idaho iconIdaho36.6 Years Old
Illinois iconIllinois38.3 Years Old
Indiana iconIndiana37.8 Years Old
Iowa iconIowa38.3 Years Old
Kansas iconKansas36.9 Years Old
Kentucky iconKentucky39 Years Old
Louisiana iconLouisiana37.2 Years Old
Maine iconMaine44.8 Years Old
Maryland iconMaryland38.8 Years Old
Massachusetts iconMassachusetts39.6 Years Old
Michigan iconMichigan39.8 Years Old
Minnesota iconMinnesota38.1 Years Old
Mississippi iconMississippi37.7 Years Old
Missouri iconMissouri38.7 Years Old
Montana iconMontana40.1 Years Old
Nebraska iconNebraska36.6 Years Old
Nevada iconNevada38.2 Years Old
New Hampshire iconNew Hampshire43 Years Old
New Jersey iconNew Jersey40 Years Old
New Mexico iconNew Mexico38.1 Years Old
New York iconNew York39 Years Old
North Carolina iconNorth Carolina38.9 Years Old
North Dakota iconNorth Dakota35.2 Years Old
Ohio iconOhio39.5 Years Old
Oklahoma iconOklahoma36.7 Years Old
Oregon iconOregon39.5 Years Old
Pennsylvania iconPennsylvania40.9 Years Old
Rhode Island iconRhode Island40 Years Old
South Carolina iconSouth Carolina39.7 Years Old
South Dakota iconSouth Dakota37.2 Years Old
Tennessee iconTennessee38.8 Years Old
Texas iconTexas34.8 Years Old
Utah iconUtah31.1 Years Old
Vermont iconVermont42.8 Years Old
Virginia iconVirginia38.4 Years Old
Washington iconWashington37.8 Years Old
West Virginia iconWest Virginia42.7 Years Old
Wisconsin iconWisconsin39.6 Years Old
Wyoming iconWyoming38 Years Old
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