Mapping Out Population Concentration Across America
News Article: FlowingData Reveals Detailed Population Density Visualizations Based on 2020 Census Data
In an insightful series of data visualizations, FlowingData has used the recently released 2020 Census data to provide a comprehensive and detailed view of population density across the United States. The visualizations, which are now available for public viewing, offer a unique insight into the population distribution at a granular level, down to the street block.
The series includes a visualization for the country as a whole, as well as for each individual state and the District of Columbia. This means that for the first time, we can see where the 331,449,281 Americans live, with an unprecedented level of detail.
One of the key themes that emerges from these visualizations is the concentration of population in metropolitan and coastal areas. Cities like New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, and the Washington D.C. corridor show very high density, reflecting the urban centres where the majority of Americans live.
In contrast, vast rural areas with very low population density can be found across states like Montana, Wyoming, and parts of the Midwest. This stark contrast between urban and rural areas highlights the uneven distribution of population across the country.
Urban sprawl and suburban growth patterns are also highlighted in the visualizations, showing how population spreads out unevenly from city centres. This is particularly evident in rapidly growing suburban areas, where new developments are springing up to accommodate the increasing population.
While the search results do not provide specific key findings from the FlowingData series, past population density visualizations from the publication have often highlighted demographic shifts over time. For example, comparisons with previous census data may reveal intra-state migrations or growth in Sun Belt states.
If you want to delve deeper into the specific findings from the 2020 Census maps by FlowingData, I recommend checking their recent posts or interactive maps directly on FlowingData.com. The visualizations created by FlowingData, an online publication that specializes in data visualization, provide a valuable resource for understanding the population distribution in the United States.
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