Regional Statistics presents comprehensive data on cities, states, and regions across North America, covering population growth, crime rates, economic trends, and cultural shifts. This category provides statistical insights that help track development, urbanization, and societal changes.
At the state level, the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) defines GDP as “the sum of value added from all industries in the state. In essence, a state’s GDP measures the size of its economy, encompassing everything from its tech industry and farms to its factories and public sector. This metric matters because it … Read more
Euclidean zoning is the most widely used form of land-use regulation in the United States. It is responsible for shaping the sprawling, car-dependent suburban landscapes that define much of the American built environment. Rooted in the 1926 U.S. Supreme Court case Village of Euclid v. Ambler Realty Co., Euclidean zoning separates land uses into distinct … Read more
As the United States continues to recover from pandemic-era crime surges, the national conversation around public safety remains front and center. According to the latest FBI Crime Data Explorer, the nationwide violent crime rate in 2023 was approximately 3.6 incidents per 1,000 people, a slight decrease from the previous year, signaling a slow but steady … Read more
According to the most recent Annual Homelessness Assessment Report (AHAR) released by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), approximately 653,100 people were experiencing homelessness across the United States on a single night in January 2023. This figure marks a 12% increase from the previous year, with an estimated 70,650 more individuals falling … Read more
Despite being one of the most developed nations in the world, the United States continues to grapple with major disparities in public education, particularly at the high school level. While many schools boast AP scholars and Ivy League hopefuls, others are stuck in a vicious cycle of academic failure, dropout crises, and chronic absenteeism. This … Read more
As of early 2025, five U.S. states are outperforming the national job market with the lowest unemployment rates in the country, significantly below the national average of 4.1%. Leading the nation is South Dakota, with an exceptionally low jobless rate of 1.9%, followed by North Dakota and Vermont, each at 2.6%. Montana (2.8%) and New … Read more
In 2025, the most affordable U.S. states are largely in the South and Midwest, where overall living expenses are well below the national average (index 100). Below, we profile states with the lowest cost of living – detailing each state’s cost-of-living index, major expense categories (housing, groceries, utilities, healthcare, transportation, taxes), and how these costs impact … Read more
Hiking has surged in popularity, with nearly 60 million Americans hitting the trails in 2022, making it the top outdoor activity in the U.S, according to backpacker.com. This boom has sparked a growing interest in extreme hikes—routes that push physical and mental limits across rugged terrain and severe conditions, from desert canyons to icy peaks. … Read more
Egg prices in the United States have generally followed a steady upward trend since 1980, with occasional spikes due to external shocks like disease outbreaks or rising input costs. Historically, notable surges occurred in 1984 (avian flu), 2008 (feed and fuel costs), and 2015 (H5N2 epidemic), pushing prices temporarily above $2.00 per dozen before settling. … Read more
As of February 11, 2025 – According to the latest United Nations estimates, the population of Northern America has reached approximately 386.7 million, with around 311 million residing in urban areas, as reported by Macrotrends. This accounts for 4.72% of the global population. Spanning an area of 18.65 million square kilometers (7.2 million square miles), … Read more