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Data Starter: Population growth rate with and without migration in USA, 1950-2023

Elizabeth Veal

28th February 2025

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What impact has migration had on the US population growth rate between 1950 and 2023?

Using this OurWorldinData chart showing US population growth with and without migration, answer the following questions:

  1. Identify two significant features of the trend in the USA population growth rate with and without migration between 1950 and 2023.
  2. Compare the 2023 USA population growth rates with and without migration.

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Elizabeth Veal

Liz has taught Economics for over 25 years, including several years as Head of Economics at leading schools.