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Minnesota Population 2013

The United States Census Bureau estimates that the population of Minnesota in 2013 was 5,379,179, which is ranked the 21st largest population in the United States. This estimate shows a 1.4% increase since the last census in 2010, also conducted by the United States Census Bureau. The population density of the state is 67.1 people per square mile, ranked the 31st largest density in the United States.

Minnesota Population Projections

The population of Minnesota is expected to reach approximately 5.77 million people by the year 2020, which is an approximate 7.3% increase from the current population. By the year 2030, the population is expected to reach approximately 6.15 million people, which is an approximate 14.3% increase from the current population. By the year 2040, the population is expected to reach approximately 6.54 million people, which is an approximate 21.6% increase from the current population.

Minnesota Land Mass

The state of Minnesota is approximately 360 miles from east to west and 407 miles from north to south with a square area of 86,943 square miles, making it the 12th largest state in the country. Of the 86,943 square miles, 7,326 square miles are covered by water. The highest point in the state of Minnesota is Eagle Mountain, reaching 2,300 feet above sea level. The lowest point in the state is at Lake Superior, which reaches 602 feet above sea level. The geographic center of Minnesota is located in Park County, 30 miles northwest of Pike’s Peak. Minnesota is bordered by four states: Wisconsin, North Dakota, South Dakota, and Iowa. Canada borders the state on the North, and Lake Superior borders the state on the east.

Minnesota is not broken up into distinct geographic areas, but the land type does vary throughout the state. In the northern part of Minnesota, there are rugged, rocky ridges, and many lakes. Lake Superior and also the highest point in the state are in the northern part of Minnesota. Plains covered by fertile topsoil cover about half of the state. This area is known as some of the richest farmland in the country. In the southeastern corner of the state, the land is flat with some deep valleys formed by rivers. Lastly, in the southwestern corner, the land is made up of sand, gravel, and clay with some intertwined rivers.

Minnesota Demographics

Of the approximate 5.38 million people in the state of Minnesota, about 50.3% of the population is female, while 49.7% is male. Also, approximately 87% of the population identifies as white (including Hispanic or Latino). But, out of that 87%, about 5% do identify as Hispanic or Latino and the other 82% as Caucasian. Those that identify as Black or African American make up only 6% of the entire population of the state of Minnesota. The rest of the population is made up of those that identify as Asian, American Indian, Alaskan Native, Hawaiian, other Pacific Islanders, or those that identify as two or more races. These other races make up about 7% of the Minnesota population.

Minnesota Religion

The population of Minnesota identifies as religious at a higher rate than the national average. About 56% of the state population identifies as religious, compared to the national average of 49%. Out of the 56%, about 22% identify as members of the Catholic Church, making it the largest denomination in the state of Minnesota. The next largest denomination is the Lutheran Church, making up 20% of the population. All the other Christian denominations make up about 13% of the population. Those who identify as Jewish, Islamic, or Eastern religions only make up 1% of the population.

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Minnesota Sports

The state of Minnesota has professional sports in all of the major sports: baseball, basketball, football, hockey, and soccer. Minnesota’s team represented in Major League Baseball is the Minnesota Twins, located out of Minneapolis, Minnesota. The team plays at Target Field as of 2010. Minnesota’s team represented in the National Basketball Association is the Minnesota Timberwolves, located also out of Minneapolis. The basketball center is similarly known as the Target Center. Minnesota’s team represented in the National Football League is the Minnesota Vikings, located out of Minneapolis. The team plays in the Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome. Minnesota’s team represented in the National Hockey League is the Minnesota Wild, located out of St. Paul. The team plays in the Xcel Energy Center. The team is a relatively new team, as it was founded in 1997. Lastly, Minnesota’s team represented in the North American Soccer League is the Minnesota United FC, located out of Blaine, Minnesota, north of Minneapolis. This team is also quite new, as it was founded in 2010.

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Colorado Population 2013

The United States Census Bureau estimates that the population of Colorado in 2013 was 5,187,582, which is ranked the 22nd largest population in the United States. This estimate shows a 3.1% increase since the last census in 2010, also conducted by the United States Census Bureau. The population density of the state is 49.3 people per square mile, ranked the 37th largest density in the United States.

Colorado Population Projections

The population of Colorado is expected to reach approximately 5.4 million people by the year 2015, which is an approximate 4.1% increase from the current population. By the year 2020, the population is expected to reach approximately 5.9 million people, which is an approximate 13.7% increase from the current population. By the year 2025, the population is expected to reach approximately 6.4 million people, which is an approximate 24.3% increase from the current population. By the year 2030, the population is expected to reach approximately 6.85 million people, which is an approximate 33.1% increase from the current population. By the year 2035, the population is expected to reach 7.33 million people, which is an approximate 42.4% increase from the current population. By the year 2040, the population is expected to reach approximately 7.75 million people, which is an approximate 50.6% increase from the current population.

Colorado Land Mass

The state of Colorado is approximately 380 miles long and 280 miles wide with a square area of 104,100 square miles, making it the 8th largest state in the country. Of the 104,100 square miles, only 371 square miles are covered by water. The highest point in the state of Colorado is Mt. Elbert, which is also the highest point in the Rocky Mountains, reaching 14,400 feet above sea level. The lowest point in the state is at the Arkansas River, which reaches 3,315 feet above sea level. The geographic center of Colorado is located in Park County, 30 miles northwest of Pike’s Peak. Colorado is bordered by seven states: Wyoming, Nebraska, Kansas, Utah, New Mexico, Arizona, and Oklahoma. At the southwest corner of the state, Colorado meets with Utah, New Mexico, and Arizona’s borders all meet at one spot, called the Four Corners.

Colorado can be broken up into four distinct geographic land areas: the Great Plains, the Rocky Mountains, the Colorado Plateau, and the Intermontane Basin. The Great Plains covers about 40% of the state with most flat and dry land. The Rocky Mountains lie to the west of the Great Plains and take up 40% of the state with five mountain ranges, one of which includes the highest point in the state and in all of the Rocky Mountains. The Colorado Plateau lies to the west of the Rocky Mountains along the Utah border, occupying only 20% of the state with deep valleys, plateaus, and mesas. The last portion, the Intermontane Basin makes up the other 20% of the state in the northwest corner of Colorado. Forested hills and plateaus characterize it.

Colorado Demographics

Of the approximate 5.2 million people in the state of Colorado, about 49.8% of the population is female, while 50.2% is male. Also, approximately 88% of the population identifies as white (including Hispanic or Latino). But, out of that 88%, about 21% do identify as Hispanic or Latino and the other 67% as Caucasian. Those that identify as Black or African American make up only 4% of the entire population of the state of Colorado. The rest of the population is made up of those that identify as Asian, American Indian, Alaskan Native, Hawaiian, other Pacific Islanders, or those that identify as two or more races. These other races make up about 8% of the Colorado population.

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Colorado Religion

The population of Colorado identifies as religious at a lower rate than the national average. About 38% of the state population identifies as religious, compared to the national average of 49%. Out of the 38%, about 16% identify as members of the Catholic Church, making it the largest denomination in the state of Colorado. All the other Christian denominations make up about 21.8% of the population. Those who identify as Jewish, Islamic, or Eastern religions only make up 1.2% of the population.

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North Dakota Population 2013

The United States Census Bureau estimates that the population of North Dakota in 2013 was 699,628, which is ranked the 48th largest population in the United States. This estimate shows a 4% increase since the last census in 2010, also conducted by the United States Census Bureau. The population density of the state is 11.7 people per square mile, ranked the 47th largest density in the United States.

North Dakota Population Projections

The population of North Dakota has been increasing at a rate much higher than the rest of the United States. In fact, it is the fastest growing state in the country. Therefore, all projections and predictions for the future population of the state are no longer valid due to the unexpected increase in the population.

North Dakota Land Mass

The state of North Dakota is approximately 340 miles long and 211 miles wide with a square area of 70,704 square miles, making it the 19th largest state in the country. Of the 70,704 square miles, only 1,710 square miles are covered by water. The highest point in the state of North Dakota is White Butte, which is 3,506 feet above sea level. The lowest point in the state is at Red River, which reaches 750 feet above sea level. The geographic center of North Dakota is located in Sheridan County, 5 miles southwest of McClusky. North Dakota is bordered by four states: Minnesota, South Dakota, and Montana. Canada also borders the state on the north.

North Dakota can be broken up into three distinct geographic land areas: the Red River Valley, the Drift Prairie, and the Great Plains. The Red River Valley lies along the border with Minnesota. This part of the state is known as one of the most fertile areas in the world. The Drift Prairie is to the west of the Red River Valley. This area is made up of rolling hills, stream valleys, and lakes. The Turtle Mountains are in the northern portion of the Drift Prairie. Countless numbers of ducks migrate to this area in the winter. Lastly, the Great Plains makes up the southwestern portion of the state. It is a very hilly area and is also an area rich in minerals. This area also contains the Badlands, which contains the highest point in the state.

North Dakota Demographics

Of the approximate 0.699 million people in the state of North Dakota, about 49.2% of the population is female, while 50.8% is male. Also, approximately 90% of the population identifies as white (including Hispanic or Latino). But, out of that 90%, only about 2% do identify as Hispanic or Latino and the other 88% as Caucasian. Those that identify as Black or African American make up 2% of the entire population of the state of North Dakota. The American Indian and Alaskan Native populations make up approximately 6% of the entire population of the state. The rest of the population is made up of those that identify as Asian, Native Hawaiian, other Pacific Islanders, or those that identify as two or more races. These other races make up about 2% of the North Dakota population.

North Dakota Religion

The population of North Dakota identifies as religious at a much higher rate than the national average. About 67% of the state population identifies as religious, compared to the national average of 49%. Out of the 67%, about 30% identify as members of the Lutheran Church, making it the largest denomination in the state of North Dakota. The next largest denomination in the state is Catholic, making up 25% of the population. All the other Christian denominations make up about 11.9% of the population. Those who identify as Jewish or Islamic only make up 0.1% of the population.

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North Dakota Economy

North Dakota’s economy is known to be the strongest economy in the country currently. Over the past year, the state’s GDP had an increase of about 13.4%, mainly as a result of the energy boom. The state blows the second and third strongest states out of the water. Texas has a GDP growth of only about 5% and Oregon has a growth of about 4%. Also, the state has created about 100,000 non-farm jobs over the last decade. In 2008, oil companies discovered that by using the new drilling technology called hydraulic fracturing (aka fracking) they could tap into the estimated 170 billion barrels of crude oil that sat beneath the ground in the Bakken shale foundation in North Dakota. Responsible production of the newly discovered oil and gas in the Bakken and Three Forks formations can promote energy independence.  The United States has already seen a reduction of 10% in net oil imports in the last year, and that number should continue to increase as we develop domestic resources.

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Ohio Population 2013

Based on estimates and the studies by the United States Census Bureau, the population of Ohio in 2013 is estimated to be 11,544,225, which is the 7th largest population in the United States. Compared to the earlier portions of the 20th century, the state’s population growth is much slower than before with a percent increase of 0.07% since the last census. Based on the population and based on the area of the state, the population density of the state is about 282 people per square mile, ranked the 10th largest population density in the United States.

Ohio Population Projections

Based on the historical and current trends of the state, the population is expected to reach about 11.55 million people by the year 2015. This population would be a 0.09% increase from the current population of Ohio. Then, by the year 2020, the population is expected to reach approximately 11.575 million people. This population would be a 0.27% increase from the current population. Continuing a slight increase, the population is expected to reach 11.599 million people by the year 2025, recording a population increase of 0.51% from the current population. This trend continues as the population is expected to have increased 0.62% from the current population to 11.615 million people. From there, the population is projected to increase by 20,000 people to 11.635 million in the year 2035 for a population increase of 0.79% from the current population. Lastly, by 2040, the population is expected to hit 11.679 million people, which would be an increase of 1.2% over the next 27 years.

Ohio Land Mass

Ohio measures to be about 220 miles long and 220 miles wide, and it also has an approximate area of 44,828 square miles, making it the 34th largest state in the country. About 3,875 square miles of the state are covered by water, compared to the approximate 40,953 square miles covered by land. Campbell Hill is the highest point in the state, which reaches an approximate 1,549 feet above sea level. The lowest point in the state is at the Ohio River, which reaches 455 feet above sea level. The geographic center of Ohio is located in Twiggs County, 18 miles southeast of Macon. Five states border Ohio: Kentucky, West Virginia, Pennsylvania, Indiana, and Michigan. Lake Erie also borders the state on the north.

Ohio is made up of five different geographic land areas: the Great Lakes Plain, the Till Plains, the Appalachian Plateau, the Bluegrass Region, and the Lake Erie Shorelines. The Great Lakes Plains lies in the north of the state, starting at the border of Ohio and Lake Erie. This area is mainly made up of fertile valleys. The Till Plains lie along the western border of the state and directly south of the Great Lakes Plain. The Till Plains are made up of rolling hills and one of the most fertile regions in the country. The highest point in the state is also in the Till Plains. Along the Eastern border of Ohio, the Appalachian Plateau lies to the east of both the Great Lakes Plain and the Till Plains. This area is made up of valleys and different types of hills. The hills in the northern part of the region are more rolling, while the hills in the south are steep and rugged. The Bluegrass Region lies in a small space between the Till Plains and the Appalachian Plateau in between the Miami and Scloto Rivers. This region is mainly a hilly and rolling region. Lastly, the Lake Erie Shoreline lies on the northern part of the state along the border of Lake Erie and Ohio. This area is made up of clay and sand along the beaches of Lake Erie.

Ohio Demographics

Approximately 51.1% of the state’s 11.54 million people is female, while the other 48.9% of the population is male. Also, those that identify as white (including Hispanic or Latino) make up the largest percentage of the demographics in the state of Ohio. Approximately 83% of the state identify as this race. But, out of that 83%, about 3% do identify as Hispanic or Latino and the other 80% as Caucasian. Those that identify as Black or African American make up 13% of the entire population of the state of Ohio. The rest of the population is made up of those that identify as Asian, American Indian, Alaskan Native, or those that identify as two or more races. These other races make up about 4% of the Ohio population.

Ohio Religion

The population of Ohio is a slightly less religious population than the average state. About 44% of the state population identifies as religious, compared to the national average of 49%. Out of the 44%, about 18% identify as members of the Baptist Church, making it the largest denomination in the state of Ohio. All the other Christian denominations make up about 24.9% of the population. Those who identify as Jewish, Islamic, or Eastern religions only make up 1.1% of the population.

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Ohio Sports

The state of Ohio has teams represented in all of the major professional sports: baseball, basketball, football, hockey, and soccer. The state has two teams represented in Major League Baseball, one out of Cincinnati and one out of Cleveland. The Cincinnati Reds play in the Great American Ball Park, which has an estimated attendance capacity of 42,319. The Cleveland Indians play on Progressive Field, which estimates an attendance capacity of 43,441. The state only has one team in the National Basketball Association: Cleveland Cavaliers. The Cavaliers play in the Quicken Loans Arena, which has an estimated capacity of 20,562 people. The state has two teams represented in the National Football League, similar to that of baseball. There is a team based out of Cincinnati and out of Cleveland. The Cincinnati Bengals play in the Paul Brown Stadium. The Paul Brown Stadium has a capacity of 65,535 people. The Cleveland Browns play in the FirstEnergy Stadium with a capacity over 73,200 people. The state only has one team represented in the National Hockey League: Columbus Blue Jackets. The Blue Jackets, based out of Columbus, play in the Nationwide Arena, which has a capacity of 18,144 fans. Lastly, the Columbus Crew is the only team represented in the Major Soccer League. The Crew play out of Columbus Crew Stadium.

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Georgia Population 2013

Based on estimates and the studies by the United States Census Bureau, the population of Georgia in 2013 is estimated to be 9,919,945, which is the 8th largest population in the United States. Based on the last census in 2010, this shows a 2.4% increase from the current population. Based on the population and based on the area of the state, the population density of the state is about 165 people per square mile, ranked the 18th largest population density in the United States.

Georgia Population Projections

Based on the historical and current trends of the state, the population is expected to reach about 10.72 million people by the year 2015. This population would be a 8.1% increase from the current population of Georgia. Then, by the year 2030, the population is expected to reach approximately 14.44 million people. This population would be a 45.6% increase from the current population. The majority of the state population is still expected to live in the Metropolitan Atlanta region of the state.

Georgia Land Mass

Georgia measures to be about 300 miles long and 230 miles wide. The state also has a square area of 59,441 square miles, making it the 24th largest state in the country. About 1,520 square miles of the state are covered by water, compared to the approximate 57,919 square miles covered by land. Brasstown Bald, also known as Mount Etonah, is the highest point in the state, which reaches an approximate 4,784 feet above sea level. The lowest point in the state is at the Atlantic Ocean, which reaches sea level. The geographic center of Georgia is located in Twiggs County, 18 miles southeast of Macon. Five states border Georgia: North Carolina, South Carolina, Florida, Alabama, and Tennessee. The Atlantic Ocean also borders the state on the eastern side of the state.

Georgia is made up of six different geographic land areas: the Atlantic Coastal Plain, the East Gulf Costal Plain, the Piedmont, the Blue Ridge Region, the Appalachian Ridge and Valley Region, and the Appalachian Plateau. The Atlantic Coastal Plain is the portion of the state that lies along the shores of the Atlantic Ocean, making up approximately a quarter of the state. This area tends to be fairly flat, but also has some swampy areas as well. To the east of the Atlantic Coastal Plain is the East Gulf Coastal Plain, covering up another quarter of the state. This area is also fairly flat with some swampy areas as well. The main difference between this portion of the state and the Atlantic Coastal Plain is that this area is less sandy and also the rivers in this portion drain into the Gulf of Mexico, while the rivers in the Atlantic Coastal Plain drain into the Atlantic Ocean. To the northwest of the Atlantic Coastal Plain and the East Gulf Coastal Plain lies the Piedmont. This area tends to be quite hilly, but rises in elevation from the Fall Line to the point where it meets the Appalachian mountain regions. The Fall Line is the point where the rivers will fall from the higher elevations and, as a result, form waterfalls and rapids. The Blue Ridge Region is in the northeast corner of the state, filled with forested mountains, making up the highest points in the state. The Appalachian Ridge and Valley Region is directly to the west of this region and is mainly made up of fertile valleys. Lastly, the Appalachian Plateau is in the northwest corner of the state, mainly made up of valleys and ridges.

Georgia Demographics

Approximately 51.1% of the state’s 9.92 million people is female, while the other 48.9% of the population is male. Also, approximately 63% of the population identifies as white (including Hispanic or Latino). But, out of that 63%, about 9% do identify as Hispanic or Latino and the other 54% as Caucasian. Those that identify as Black or African American make up 31% of the entire population of the state of Georgia, which is over twice the amount of African Americans in the average parts of the country. The rest of the population is made up of those that identify as Asian, American Indian, Native Hawaiian, other Pacific Islanders, Alaskan Native, or those that identify as two or more races. These other races make up about 6% of the Georgia population.

Georgia Religion

The population of Georgia identifies as religious at a rate slightly higher than the national average. About 51% of the state population identifies as religious, compared to the national average of 49%. Out of the 51%, about 22% identify as members of the Baptist Church, making it the largest denomination in the state of Georgia. The next largest denomination in the state is the Methodist Church, making up approximately 8% of the population. All the other Christian denominations make up about 19.6% of the population. Those who identify as Jewish, Islamic, or Eastern religions only make up 1.4% of the population.

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Georgia Sports

The state of Georgia has teams represented in three of the major professional sports: baseball, basketball, and football. All three of the teams in the state are based out of the city of Atlanta. The Atlanta Braves represent the state in Major League Baseball. The team plays at Turner Field, which could hold an approximate 49,743 people. The Atlanta Hawks represent the state in the National Basketball Association. The Hawks play in the Philips Arena, which can hold approximately 18,729 people. Lastly, the Atlanta Falcons represent Georgia in the National Football League. The Falcons play in the Georgia Dome, which can hold an approximate attendance of 71,250, which is more than the Philips Arena and Turner Field combined.

Georgia and the Media

Georgia is home to 48 television broadcast stations, including CNN, TBS, and TNT. The state also has the first licensed radio station in the southern parts of the United States. This radio station is called WSB-AM. In fact, the Metropolitan Atlanta Area ranks the ninth largest media market in the country.

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