ABOUT RURAL AMERICA

Rural America is as diverse as the environments that claim to be rural.  Each section of Rural America has people and cultures unique to that setting.  
Links in this section will provide information that will aid in understanding the varied aspects of rural life.

Demographics - Databases providing census and other factual data about a geographic area.

Culture & Social Perspectives  - Links to explore cultural and social issues unique to rural life.

Economics & Rural Development - Links to services and programs that describe economic factors that impact a rural community.

Occupations - Occupations provide definite clues to healthcare and safety needs of a rural area and can alert rural providers about health and safety risks inherent in those occupations.

Environment - Diverse environmental conditions impact rural areas in many ways. Consideration of the factors will influence a provider's decision to locate in a particular area and once located, understand the interactions.

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 Last updated:
 10/17/05