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US Population by State Utility Dataset
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Provides detailed population figures for each state within the United States, based on the official 2020 census figures. This utility dataset is designed to assist analysts and researchers in calculating per-inhabitant metrics and understanding demographic distribution across the country. The dataset includes the rank of each state by population and its percentage share relative to the total US population.
Columns
- rank: The numerical ranking of the state according to its 2020 population size.
- state: The full, official name of the state.
- state_code: The standard two-letter abbreviation for the state name (e.g., CA).
- 2020_census: The recorded state population figure as determined by the 2020 census.
- percent_of_total: The state's share of the entire United States population, expressed as a fraction or percentage.
Distribution
The data is delivered in a CSV file format and is structured with 5 distinct columns detailing demographic metrics. The physical size of the data file (
us_pop_by_state.csv) is small, listed as 1.72 kB. The dataset contains approximately 52 records, reflecting data for all US states and territories included in the census count.Usage
- Calculating per-capita economic, social, or resource allocation metrics.
- Supporting geospatial analysis and data visualisation projects focused on US regional differences.
- Performing demographic studies on population density and distribution across state boundaries.
- Serving as a foundational layer for linking with other public or proprietary US-based datasets.
Coverage
The geographic scope covers the United States at the state level. The temporal coverage is precise, drawing exclusively from the official 2020 census data. The data captures population demographics and ranking details for these geographical entities.
License
CC0: Public Domain
Who Can Use It
- Data Scientists: Ideal for data standardisation and normalisation when comparing various metrics across different states.
- Social Science Researchers: Useful for research focused on population dynamics, growth, and resource demands.
- Journalists and Educators: Suitable for generating quick statistical comparisons, population rankings, and informative articles.
Dataset Name Suggestions
- 2020 US State Population Census Figures
- United States State Demographics 2020
- US Population Rank and Share (2020 Census)
- US Population by State Utility Dataset
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Original Data Source: US Population by State Utility Dataset
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