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Edmonton Population

The current population of the city of Edmonton, the capital of the Alberta province, is estimated to be a little over 817,498, which is an increase of about 0.65% from the last record of the population. Edmonton is considered to be the fifth-largest urban area in the country of Canada and also the second-largest city in Alberta next to Calgary. Based on the total land area and the total population of the city, the population density of Edmonton is estimated to be about 3094 people per square mile.

Demographics of Edmonton

The median age of the population of Edmonton is about 36 years old. In fact, the city has a much younger population than the average Canadian city. Overall, the majority of the population of the city comes from European descent: English, Scottish, German, Irish, Ukrainian, Polish, and French. Also, about 72% of the population is white, 5% of the population is aboriginal, and the other 23% is considered to be visible minorities.

Religion in Edmonton

The religious culture of the city of Edmonton is fairly diverse. The largest denomination in the city is the Protestant denomination, which makes up about 31% of the population. The Roman Catholic Church makes up about 29% of the population. However, about 3% of the population is Muslim, 0.5% of the population is Jewish, and about 5% claim to be members of minority religions. Despite the largest Christian population in the city, the first mosque in the country was established in Edmonton.

Sports in Edmonton

The Edmonton Oilers have represented the city of Edmonton in the National Hockey League since 1979. In fact, one of the greatest hockey players of all time, Wayne Gretzky, played for the Oilers from 1979 to 1988. During his time with the Oilers, the Oilers won 4 out of the 5 Stanley Cup Championships that the team has won. The 5th Championship was won in 1990. Even though the city has a long-standing history of baseball, in fact, the longest baseball history in all of Canada, since 2012, the city does not have a baseball team. However, the Edmonton Rush represents the city in the National Lacrosse League and has done so since 2006.

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Edmonton Valley Zoo

The Edmonton Valley Zoo was opened on July 1, 1959 with a declared vision to be a special place that inspires love and learning of animals and nature. The zoo is located on the banks of the North Saskatchewan River. Currently, there is a $50 million expansion project to help make the zoo even better. New areas as a result of the construction will include the Arctic Shores, the Wander Trail, and the New Entry Plaza.

Historical Population of Edmonton

The population during the first year that the city of Edmonton recorded the total population of the city was recorded to be about 178 people. Since then, the population has grown immensely and has only had a couple years of negative population growth. Over the course of these years, the population has grown from a city of 178 people to a city of almost 820,000 people.

Year	Population
1920	61,045
1925	65,378
1930	77,557
1935	82,634
1940	91,723
1945	111,745
1950	148,861
1955	209,353
1960	269,314
1965	371,265
1970	429,750
1975	451,625
1980	505,773
1986	571,506
1990	605,538
1996	616,306
2006	730,372

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Dhaka Population

The current population of the city of Dhaka, Bangladesh is estimated to be about 7,001,000, which is about equal to the last record of the population. Dhaka is actually the capital city of Bangladesh and is considered to be one of the major cities of all of South Asia. The city is considered the largest in all of Bangladesh and the overall metropolitan area is the 9th largest city in the entire world. Based on the total land area and the total population of the city, the population density of Dhaka is about 50,001 people per square mile.

Demographics of Dhaka

The literacy rate of the city has been increasing at a very high rate over the past few years. In 2001, about 62% of the city could read and write. Now, about 73% of the population is considered literate and can read and write. This is compared to the national literacy average of 57%.

The ethnic makeup of the city is very diverse overall. There are many native tribal people that make up the city, including Rohingya, Santal, Khasi, Garo, Chakma, and Mandi. However, the larger populations from more prominent countries come from countries like China, Korea, India, and Burma.

The national language of the country is Bengali, so a good portion of the city residents speaks the language. However, there are also many regional dialects and other languages that the population speaks.

Religion in Dhaka

The largest religious affiliation in the city of Dhaka is the Islamic religion, which makes up about 83% of the population. Also, about 16% of the population practices Hinduism. Despite the high proportion of Muslims, though, the population also practices many folk traditions that predate Islam. Music, dance, and literature are all important aspects of the religious culture of the city.

Economy of Dhaka

The city of Dhaka is considered the commercial heart of the country. The middle class is growing in a market where consumer purchasing is very thriving. Migrant workers are very populous in the city as well. A majority of the workforce works in household and unorganized labor opportunities. Finance, banking, tourism, and hotels are large parts of the economy.

Sports in Dhaka

The two most popular sports in the city are cricket and football (American soccer). The two most famous football teams in the city and in the country are the Mohammedan Sports Club and Abahani. These two teams competitively participate in the Bangladesh Premier League. The Dhaka Metropolis cricket team, which represents Dhaka city, participates in the National Cricket League.

Festivals in Dhaka

Due to the highly Islamic and Hindu cultures, both religions have significant influences on the culture, especially festivals. Eid ul-Fitr and Eid ul-Adha are two Muslim festivals that are prominent in the culture. Eid ul-Fitr is celebrated on August 7th and celebrates the purification that Muslims achieve during Ramadan. Eid ul-Adha is celebrated on October 14 and celebrates the willingness of Abraham to respond to God’s call.

Other popular national festivals and holidays include Independence Day on March 26, Language Martyr’s Day on February 21, Victory Day on December 16, Bengali New Year on April 14, Ekushey Book Fair during the month of February, and the Hindu festivals of Durga Puha and Kali Puja.

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Detroit Population 2013

The current population of the city of Detroit, Michigan is estimated to be about 701,475, which is a decrease of about 0.72% from the last record of the population. Detroit is the most populous city in the state of Michigan and the eighteenth-most populous city in the entire country of the United States of America. Based on the total land area and the total population of the city, the population density of Detroit is about 5,142 people per square mile.

Demographics of Detroit

About 7% of the population of Detroit is under the age of 5 years, and about 12% of the population is 65 years and older. Approximately 53% of the people are female, while 47% of the population is male. The largest racial demographic in the city is the Black or African American group, making up about 83% of the population, a little less than six times the national average. The next largest demographic is the white group, making up about 8% of the population. Lastly, the Hispanic or Latino demographic makes up about 7% of the population.

Religion in Detroit

Only 43% of the population associates with a religious affiliation in the city of Detroit, compared to the national average of 49%. The largest religious affiliation is the Roman Catholic Church, making up about 17% of the population. The next largest affiliation is the Baptist Church, making up about 8% of the population. The city has a very strong Islamic population, making up 3.7% of the population, which is a little over 4 times the national average. The Jewish population of the city is only 0.01% of the entire population, which is much lower than the national average.

Detroit Economy

About 80,500 people work in downtown Detroit, comprising one-fifth of the city’s employment base. In May 2012, the Department of Labor reported the city’s unemployment rate for April 2012 at 15.8%. Planning and development in Detroit affect the region and the state. The city of Detroit has made efforts to lure the region’s growth companies downtown with advantages such as a wireless Internet zone, business tax incentives, entertainment, the Detroit International Riverfront, and residential high-rises.

Detroit Crime

Detroit has serious problems with crime, having the sixth highest total rate of violent crime and the highest per capita rate of violent crime among the 25 largest U.S. cities in 2007. Nearly two-thirds of all murders in Michigan in 2011 occurred in Detroit. Although the rate of violent crime dropped 11 percent in 2008, violent crime in Detroit has not declined as much as the national average from 2007 to 2011. The violent crime rate is one of the highest in the United States.

Sports in Detroit

The city of Detroit has four professional sports teams: Detroit Tigers, Detroit Lions, Detroit Red Wings, and Detroit Pistons. The Detroit Tigers participates in Major League Baseball in the American League and they play at Comerica Park. The Detroit Lions participates in the National Football League and they play at Ford Field. The Detroit Red Wings participates in the National Hockey League and they play in the Joe Louis Arena. Lastly, the Detroit Pistons participates in the National Basketball Association. However, the Detroit Pistons actually play in a suburb of Detroit, known as Auburn Hills. They play at the Palace of Auburn Hills. This is the only sports arena outside the actual city.

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Historical Population of Detroit

Over the course of the last few decades, the population of Detroit has increased every year. In 1990, the population was over 1 million people. Now, the population is approximately 700,000. The population suffered a heavy fall from 2009 to 2010. The population of the city has been greater than Cleveland’s population, but less than Manhattan’s population in the last few decades.

Year	Population
1990	1,029,000
1991	1,021,000
1992	1,016,000
1993	1,012,000
1994	1,008,000
1995	1,004,000
1996	995,233
1997	975,477
1998	967,360
1999	965,084
2000	945,297
2001	936,905
2002	928,870
2003	926,903
2004	924,016
2005	921,149
2006	918,849
2007	917,234
2008	912,632
2009	910,921
2010	711,700
2011	706,585

Dallas Population 2013

The current population of the city of Dallas, Texas is estimated to be approximately 1,241,162, which is an increase of about 1.5% from the last record of the population. Dallas is the third-largest city in the state of Texas and the ninth-largest city in the entire country of the United States of America. Based on the total land area and the total population of the city, the population density of Dallas is about 3,518 people per square mile.

Demographics of Dallas

Only 9% of the population is under 5 years of age, while 9% of the population is 65 years and older. The gender breakdown of the city is approximately equal, give or take some error. The largest racial demographic in the city is the Hispanic or Latino group, making up about 42% of the population. The next largest demographic is those that identify as white alone, making up about 29% of the population. The most surprising demographic is the black population, which makes up about 25% of the population, which is more than double the national average of the black population in an area.

About 73% of the population, ages 25 years and older, have a high school diploma or higher. Also, about 29% of the population, ages 25 years and older, have a bachelor’s degree or higher.

Religion in Dallas

The city of Dallas is relatively religious compared to the national average of the religious population. About 62% of the population identifies with a religious affiliation, compared to the national average of 49%. The largest denomination is the Roman Catholic Church, which makes up about 19% of the population. The Baptist Church is the second largest affiliation, making up about 15% of the population. The Methodist Church makes up about 5% of the population. Lastly, the city has a Muslim population of about 3.6%, which is a little over four times the national average of Muslim populations.

Dallas Climate

Dallas has a humid subtropical climate. Even though it is located in a region that also tends to receive warm, dry winds from the north and west in the summer, bringing temperatures to the 100 °F (38 °C) mark about 20 days annually, the majority in August, and heat indices easily breaking 110 °F (43 °C). When only temperature itself is accounted for, the north central Texas region where Dallas is located is one of the hottest in the United States during the summer months, usually trailing only the Mojave Desert basin of Arizona, southern Nevada, and southeastern California.

Signature Events in Dallas

The most notable event held in Dallas is the State Fair of Texas, which has been held annually at Fair Park since 1886. The fair is a massive event, bringing in an estimated $350 million to the city’s economy annually. The Red River Shootout, which pits the University of Texas at Austin against The University of Oklahoma at the Cotton Bowl also brings significant crowds to the city. The city also hosts a series of bowl games including the Ticket City Bowl at the Cotton Bowl, the Cotton Bowl Classic held at AT&T Stadium, and Armed Forces Bowl held at Gerald J. Ford Stadium owned by Southern Methodist University.

Sports in Dallas

The city of Dallas has five major professional sports teams: Dallas Cowboys, Dallas Mavericks, Dallas Stars, FC Dallas, and the Texas Rangers. The Dallas Cowboys participates in the National Football League and they play in AT&T Stadium. In the 53 years of the team’s history, the Cowboys have won 5 Super Bowl Championships. The Dallas Mavericks participates in the National Basketball Association and they play in the American Airlines Center. The Mavericks have only won one NBA Championship, which was won in 2011. The Dallas Starts participates in the National Hockey League and they play in the American Airlines Center. The Stars have only won one championship, which was won in the 1998-1999 season. FC Dallas participates in Major League Soccer and they play in FC Dallas Stadium. Lastly, the Texas Rangers participates in Major League Baseball and they play in Rangers Ballpark. The Rangers have never won a World Series title.

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Historical Population of Dallas

Over the course of the last few decades, the population of Dallas was greater than the population of San Antonio until 1992 and then from 2000 to 2004. The city’s population has had a positive growth trend every year except from 2009 to 2010.

Year	Population
1990	1,011,000
1991	1,023,000
1992	1,030,000
1993	1,035,000
1994	1,038,000
1995	1,040,000
1996	1,047,000
1997	1,059,000
1998	1,072,000
1999	1,076,000
2000	1,191,000
2001	1,200,000
2002	1,208,000
2003	1,220,000
2004	1,234,000
2005	1,246,000
2006	1,255,000
2007	1,266,000
2008	1,280,000
2009	1,300,000
2010	1,202,000
2011	1,223,000

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Columbus Population 2013

The current population of the city of Columbus, Ohio is estimated to be about 809,798, which is an increase of about 1.6% from the last record of the population.  Columbus is the most populous city in the state of Ohio and the fifteenth-most populous city in the entire United States of America.  Based on the total land area and the total population of the city, the population density of Columbus is about 3,624 people per square mile.

Demographics of Columbus

About 8% of the population is under the age of 5 years, while about 9% of the population is 65 years and older. Also, about 51.2% of the population is female, while about 48.8% of the population is male.

The largest racial demographic is the white group, which makes up about 59% of the population. The next largest race is the Black or African American demographic, which makes up about 28% of the population. The Hispanic or Latino group makes up about 6% of the population. The Asian population makes up about 4% of the population.

About 88% of the population, ages 25 years and older, has at least a high school diploma. Also, about 32% of the population, ages 25 years and older, has at least their bachelor’s degree from some college or university.

Religion in Columbus

The population of Columbus identifies with a religious affiliation at a lower rate than the national average. About 40% of the population identifies with an affiliation, compared to the national average of 49%. The largest religious affiliation in the city is the Roman Catholic Church, making up about 14% of the population. The next largest affiliation is the Baptist Church, which makes up about 5% of the population. The Muslim population of the city is larger than the average city in the United States. About 1.3% of the population identifies with the Islamic religion.

Ohio State University

Ohio State University, commonly referred to as Ohio State or OSU, is a public research university in Columbus, Ohio. Founded in 1870, as a land-grant university and ninth university in Ohio with the Morrill Act of 1862, the university was originally known as the Ohio Agricultural and Mechanical College. The college began with a focus on training students in various agricultural and mechanical disciplines but was developed into a comprehensive university under the direction of Governor Rutherford B. Hayes and by 1878, the college changed its name to its current name. It has since grown into the third largest university campus in the United States. In 2007, Ohio State was officially designated as the flagship institution of Ohio’s public universities as part of the newly centralized University System of Ohio. It is considered to be one of America’s Public Ivy universities, which recognizes top public research universities in the United States. Along with its main campus in Columbus, Ohio State also operates a regional campus system with regional campuses in Lima, Mansfield, Marion, Newark, and Wooster.

Sports in Columbus

The city of Columbus has two major professional sports teams: Columbus Crew and Columbus Blue Jackets. The Columbus Crew participates in Major League Soccer in Columbus Crew Stadium. The stadium is, in fact, the first stadium in the United States built solely for soccer. The Columbus Blue Jackets participate in the National Hockey League and they play in Nationwide Arena. Columbus is also home to the famous Ohio State University. Ohio Stadium in Columbus is the seventh-largest non-racing stadium in the entire world. The Buckeyes participate in NCAA Big Ten Conference and the football team plays in Ohio Stadium.

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Historical Population of Columbus

Over the course of the last few decades, the population of Columbus has shown significant growth, especially from 1999 to 2000. Also, while many cities show population decrease from 2009 to 2010, Columbus actually shows growth during those years. Lastly, while the populations of Cleveland and Cincinnati have been declining, Columbus’ population has increased.

Year	Population
1990	638,446
1991	646,504
1992	652,335
1993	656,594
1994	659,353
1995	660,928
1996	663,307
1997	668,808
1998	670,031
1999	671,241
2000	715,971
2001	723,822
2002	727,909
2003	733,706
2004	735,971
2005	738,782
2006	744,473
2007	750,700
2008	759,360
2009	769,332
2010	788,696
2011	797,434