Virginia statistical areas

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Virginia statistical areas are geographic regions defined by the United States Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for the purpose of collecting, analyzing, and publishing statistical data. These areas are used by various federal agencies to ensure consistency in data collection and reporting. The statistical areas in Virginia include Metropolitan Statistical Areas (MSAs), Micropolitan Statistical Areas (μSAs), and Combined Statistical Areas (CSAs).

Metropolitan Statistical Areas (MSAs)[edit | edit source]

MSAs are regions with a high population density at their core and close economic ties throughout the area. In Virginia, some of the prominent MSAs include:

Micropolitan Statistical Areas (μSAs)[edit | edit source]

μSAs are smaller than MSAs and consist of one or more counties with an urban core of at least 10,000 but less than 50,000 population. Some of the μSAs in Virginia include:

Combined Statistical Areas (CSAs)[edit | edit source]

CSAs are composed of adjacent MSAs and μSAs that have significant economic ties. In Virginia, notable CSAs include:

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Contributors: Prab R. Tumpati, MD