In this section, you will examine two types of populations: rural and urban. Each of these populations has their own characteristics. Read about each of these populations below.

Image of a view of downtown Dallas, Texas

Source: Downtown Dallas, Wikimedia

This is a photo of Downtown Dallas, Texas.

Image of a view of Manhattan, New York.

Source: Manhattan 3 amk, Wikimedia

This is a photo of Manhattan, New York.

Urban populations are found in heavily populated cities. Various industries can be found in urban areas; people have jobs at a multitude of locations. Increased transportation and communication is necessary in urban areas to accommodate the needs of the larger population.

Image of a skyline view of Downtown Los Angeles, Wikimedia

Source: Downtown Los Angeles, Wikimedia

This is a photo of the skyline of Downtown Los Angeles.

Image of a farm. There is a barn and several bails of hay. There is alos a silo.

Source: Faeth Farm Iowa, Wikimedia

This is a photo of Faeth Farm in Iowa.

Rural populations are found in the countryside and are locations where agriculture may be the main industry; Most of the population may have occupations related to farming and fishing. The population is lower in rural areas than in urban areas.

Image of a Texas farm to market street sign that reads: Farm Road 1222

Source: Texas FM 1222, Wikimedia

Alt: Image of a pasture with 6 large cows grazing. Several other caws can be seen grazing in the background.

Source: wheat cattle 2010, US Department of Agriculture

In Texas, do you think more people live in urban areas or rural areas?

Activity

After analyzing the information about urban and rural populations, imagine what life would be like in either location. In your notes, write a brief descriptive paragraph describing a day in the life of a person living in a rural area and an urban area. You must include four daily activities for each.