
Top Facts & Statistics
2-12%
increase in contraceptive users who relied on a long-acting reversible contraceptive (LARC) method between 2002 and 201230
years the average U.S. woman uses contraceptives to attain her family planning goal of two children99%
of sexually active American women 15–44 have used a contraceptive method other than natural family planning
Hear From An Expert
We’re just beginning to discover the extent to which women use hormonal contraceptives for purposes other than pregnancy prevention. One example is oral contraceptive pills—about 14% of pill users take them solely for noncontraceptive purposes, including menstrual pain relief.
Rachel K. Jones
Principal Research Scientist