GITNUX MARKETDATA REPORT 2024

Remote Town In America Statistics

Remote towns in America generally have smaller populations, lower median incomes, limited access to amenities, and higher rates of unemployment compared to urban areas.

Last Updated: June 23, 2024

Written & Summarized by: Jannik Lindner

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In this post, we explore compelling statistics about remote towns in America, shedding light on the unique characteristics and challenges faced by residents in these areas. From the surprising number of unpopulated townships to disparities in education, income, and healthcare access, these statistics provide a comprehensive picture of rural life in the U.S. Let’s delve into the data and uncover the realities of living in remote America.

Statistic 1

"There are over 150 populated, public-lands townships in the U.S. with zero residents."

Statistic 2

"There are over 3,000 counties in the U.S., many of them rural and remote."

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"Roughly 60 million people, or one in five Americans, live in rural America."

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"Approximately 97 percent of the U.S.'s land area is considered rural, with many of these areas being remote towns."

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"The average population density in remote areas is just over 4 people per square mile."

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"Nearly 24 percent of the population in remote areas are people over the age of 60, compared to 19 percent in urban areas."

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"About one-third of remote area residents have a two-year college degree or higher, compared to over half in urban areas."

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"The median household income in remote areas is approximately $52,386, compared to $54,296 in urban areas."

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"Approximately 18 percent of remote area residents live in poverty, compared to 16 percent in urban areas."

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"In 2019, about 15 percent of remote counties in America lacked adequate access to broadband internet."

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"Around 31 percent of rural America lack access to fixed terrestrial broadband at 25/3 Mbps, compared to just 2 percent in urban areas."

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"Approximately 39 percent of people in remote towns and rural areas have insufficient transportation access."

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"Rural areas have a 23% higher rate of obesity compared to urban areas."

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"Approximately 19.5% of the population in remote or rural areas are veterans, compared to 14% in urban areas."

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"There are approximately 2,156 Critical Access Hospitals (CAHs) to provide healthcare in remote areas in the U.S."

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"Almost 30% of remote towns in America have no primary care physicians."

In summary, rural America comprises a significant portion of the U.S., with a notable presence of remote towns characterized by sparse populations, aging demographics, lower educational attainment, slightly lower median household income, higher poverty rates, limited broadband internet access, inadequate transportation infrastructure, elevated obesity rates, above-average veteran population, and challenges in healthcare provision. These statistics shed light on the distinct characteristics and challenges faced by residents of remote areas, highlighting the need for targeted policies and interventions to address the unique needs of these communities.

Jannik Lindner

Jannik is the Co-Founder of Gitnux and has been working in the digital space since 2016. He is specialized in content and tech.

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