Kokonaishedelmöitysaste

Kokonaishedelmöitysaste refers to the total fertility rate in Finnish. It is a statistical measure representing the average number of children a woman would have if she experienced the current age-specific fertility rates throughout her reproductive years. This rate is a synthetic cohort measure, meaning it's calculated based on the fertility rates of different age groups in a given year, rather than tracking a single group of women over time.

The kokonaishedelmöitysaste is a key indicator of demographic trends and is closely watched by policymakers and researchers. A kokonaishedelmöitysaste of approximately 2.1 children per woman is generally considered the replacement level, meaning that over the long term, this rate would lead to a stable population size in the absence of migration. If the rate is consistently above 2.1, the population is likely to grow, while a rate below 2.1 suggests a declining population.

Factors influencing kokonaishedelmöitysaste are diverse and can include socioeconomic conditions, educational attainment, access to contraception and family planning services, cultural norms, and government policies related to family support. Changes in this rate can have significant long-term implications for a country's age structure, workforce, and social services.