Present Population of the U.S. 348 million. However, the median age surprised me the most of 38.7 years old

why does the median age surprise me? Because I believe when I was growing up with Baby boomers it was around 25 years old which shows just how much the U.S. is aging in it's population like China and Europe and Japan. 

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As of early February 2026, the United States population is approximately

342.3 million to 348 million people. Growth is largely driven by net international migration, with a 2025 population estimate around 341.8 million. The U.S. is the world's third-most populous country, with a median age of 38.7 years. 

Key Population Data (2025-2026):

• Total Population: ~342.3 million (Feb 2026, Census Bureau) to 348.4 million (Worldometer).
• Growth Rate: The population grew by 0.5% in 2025.
• Components of Growth: Continued net international migration, with a 2025 increase of over 500,000 via natural change (births minus deaths).
• Median Age: 38.7 years. 

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Note: Population figures can vary slightly between agencies (e.g., Census Bureau vs. Worldometer) due to different estimation methods and release times. 

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