U.S. population changes

By mari0cruz

  • 1790

  • Period: to

    1790-2000

  • Urban overcrowding became a national problem

    Urban overcrowding became a national problem

    Urban overcrowding became a national problem
  • Since this time more than 60 million immigrants came to the U.S.

    Since this time more than 60 million immigrants came to the U.S.

  • Population of Americans more than tripled

    Population of Americans more than tripled

  • Only 4% of americans were 65 or older

    Only 4% of americans were 65 or older

  • Official population of U.S. was 281.4 million

  • 5 facts about 2000 U.S. Census

    1) U.S. population in 2000 was 297'182'565 2.) According to the 2000 census, Las Vegas, Nevada, is one of the fastest growing cities in the United States. 3..) According the the 2000 census, more than 80% of Amercians live in metropolitian areas. 4.)The number of Hispanic surnames ranked among the 15 most common in 2000 5) In 2000, the median age in Iowa was 36.6.