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Sunbelt States

Definition

The Sunbelt States refer to a region of the United States generally considered to stretch across the Southeast and Southwest. This area experienced significant population and economic growth from the 1960s onwards, largely due to its warm climate, low cost of living, and job opportunities.

Related terms

Migration Patterns: These are trends or tendencies in the movement of people within and between countries or regions. In relation to Sunbelt States, it refers to the large-scale migration from colder northern states.

Rust Belt: This term refers to an industrial region in the Northeastern United States that was once dominated by manufacturing industries but has since experienced significant decline.

Snow Belt: Refers to a region in the Northern United States known for heavy snowfall; many residents moved from here towards warmer climates like those found in Sunbelt states.

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Study guides (1)

AP US History - 8.4 Economy after 1945

Practice Questions (1)

How did the growth of the Sunbelt states impact the US economy in the post-WWII era?

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