Teen Births
In 2009, the number of birth to teen mothers dropped notably in comparison to the previous few years: 280 births (4 % of live births) in Monterey County were to mothers 17 and under in 2009, compared to 348 in 2008 (4.7% of live births). (Source: Monterey County Birth Outcomes 2009, Monterey County Health Department). The percentage of all local live births that are to mothers in this age group has remained constant between 4% and 5% since 2004. The majority of teens giving birth are residents of communities in North County, South County and Salinas.
Source: Monterey County Birth Outcomes 2009, Monterey County Health Department
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