Photo Essay

Population shifts, decreases in population density in Detroit, 1950 - 2010

Jan. 11, 2012 — Observe the sharp decline in population density in Detroit from 1950 to 2010. Maps show number of residents per census tract as defined by the key in the lower right corner of each map. The areas outlined in blue repreesnt the independent municipalities of Hamtramck and Highland Park.

All mapping is courtesy of our colleagues at www.socialexplorer.com.

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