Rural areas in the United States have seen their populations decline because of:

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All of the above factors contribute to the decline in population in rural areas. High poverty rates, decline in farming industries, lack of government services, and lack of opportunities for young people all make rural areas less attractive places to live and work. This has led to a migration of people from rural to urban areas in search of better opportunities and quality of life.

Rural Areas in the United States Have Seen Their Populations