rural population

USDA is out with its latest report that takes a look at the population and economic trends in rural America.     If you have a story idea for the PNW Ag Network, call (509) 547-9791, or e-mail glenn.vaagen@townsquaremedia.com ...

According to the latest edition of the USDA's "Rural America at a Glance" study, total rural population in America increased for the first time since 2010.  Yet, as Economic Researcher John Cromartie points out, the amount of population growth, if any, in counties varies.  ...

The decline in the nation’s rural population first began in 2010, before reaching its lowest level in 2011-2012.  Rural areas lost nearly 62,000 residents that year, alone.  However, since then it’s begun to reverse.   The Economic Research ...

The annual Rural America at a Glance showed rural populations are continuing to decline.   USDA Research Economist John Cromartie recaps the numbers.   “The census data shows our sixth consecutive year of overall population decline for rural counties. Overall there’...