For the first time in the last 10 years, Novovolynsk has seen an improving trend toward stabilization of the demographic situation. In 2003, 49 more children were born than in 2002. However, overall mortality among the city's population exceeds the birth rate. \nIn the first quarter of 2004, 134 newborns were registered at the civil registry office of the local justice administration, while 180 residents of Novovolynsk died. 60 marriages and 34 divorces were also registered. \nOne of the causes of the unfavorable demographic situation is the aging of the population. Currently, more than 17 thousand pensioners live in the city, which is one third of Novovolynsk's population. \n