High school graduation rates from coast to coast
District graduation rates for the class of 2013 vary greatly across the country and, often, within states.
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United States
Maps of the US
% of US Population Using Language Other than English
% of U.S. Population–Using Language Other than English at Home by Block Group and State
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Range of Wild Turkeys
The total wild turkey population in North America is estimated to be around 7 million birds. This population has made a remarkable recovery from historic lows due to conservation efforts and habitat restoration programs implemented over the past few decades.
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American Households Keep Shrinking
Average household size in America ranges from 2.99 people in Utah to just 1.99 in Washington D.C. Using recent Census data, this map visualizes how household size varies dramatically across the United States. Utah’s higher birth rates and California’s diverse population contribute to larger households, while Vermont, Maine, and D.C. show the smallest. The national average stands at 2.55 people per household, down from 3.33 in 1960.
Read MoreThe end of laws banning interracial marriage
Shortly before the Supreme Court acted, a flurry of states overturned the laws on their own.
Read MoreWeekly Religious Service Attendance
Frequent church attendance lowest in Vermont, highest in Utah.
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