Uploaded August 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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In this Data Gem, you’ll learn an easy way to compare rural and urban areas using the geography component on data.census.gov. Discover a simple trick to gather and compare income and other key stats for both rural and urban areas. Whether you’re planning infrastructure, applying for grants, or just curious about your community, these tips will help you understand how areas are classified and make informed decisions.

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data.census.gov

Urban and Rural page - census.gov/programs-surveys/geography/guidance/geo-areas/urban-rural.html

Data Gem: Urban vs Rural – Using Census Bureau Tools to Define Your Area - census.gov/data/academy/data-gems/2025/rural-or-urban-area.html

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