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Median Income Patterns in the United States

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Median Income Patterns in the United States

Activity Description

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Students will examine, and make comparisons using, a data visualization of median household incomes by U.S. county. Students will also consider how a county’s median household income could affect its economy.

Suggested Grade Level

9-10

Approximate Time Required

60-75 minutes

Learning Objectives

  • Students will be able to interpret a data visualization to explain varying median household income levels by county across the United States.
  • Students will be able to make comparisons between counties and states with different median incomes.

Materials Required

  • The student version of this activity, 3 pages
  • A teacher computer with Internet access and a projector to display web sites

A computer with Internet access for each student is optional.

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Teacher Notes

Blooms Taxonomy

Analyzing
Blooms Taxonomy

Students will analyze median household income data by county.

Subject

High School History

Topics

  • Data visualizations
  • Median household income

Skills Taught

  • Analyzing visual data
  • Making comparisons
  • Using data to develop an informed opinion
Page Last Revised - January 22, 2025