Published 4 hours ago on October 14, 2025 By Julia Wendling Graphics & Design Jennifer West Twitter Facebook LinkedIn Reddit Pinterest Email The following content is sponsored by Hinrich Foundation Ranked: The World’s Most Sustainable Economies in 2025 This infographic from the Hinrich Foundation introduces the 2025 edition of the Sustainable Trade Index (STI). The STI is an annual ranking of 30 select global economies developed along with the IMD World Competitiveness Center. The purpose of the STI is to stimulate meaningful discussions about the linkages between global trade, sustainability, and resilience, serving as a practical tool for governments, policymakers, and researchers. Overall Ranking for 2025 The overall STI rankings, which are visualized in the first chart of this infographic, are also shown in the table below. The rankings are determined by each economy’s performance across three core pillars of sustainability, which are supported by 72 indicators. RankCountrySTI 2025 ScoreChange in Rank from 2024 1 United Kingdom100.0+1 2 New Zealand97.0-1 3 Australia93.3= 4 Singapore90.0= 5 South Korea87.2+2 6 Hong Kong83.8-1 7 Japan83.5-1 8 Canada80.5= 9 United States79.5= 10 Taiwan77.9= 11 Chile67.7= 12 Malaysia64.3+3 13 Philippines61.7= 14 Vietnam58.4= 15 Thailand58.2-3 16 China57.5= 17 Indonesia56.3+1 18 Mexico52.9-1 19 Cambodia50.8= 20 Sri Lanka41.1+6 21 Peru39.7-1 22 Ecuador34.8-1 23 India33.2= 24 Brunei31.7= 25 Laos29.6-3 26 Bangladesh23.9-1 27 Pakistan12.5+1 28 Papua New Guinea8.5+1 29 Russia1.6+1 30 Myanmar0.0-3 The UK claimed the top spot in 2025 after placing second in both 2023 and 2024, overtaking New Zealand. Australia and Singapore maintained their #3 and #4 positions, respectively. There were also some notable shakeups in the rankings from 2024 to 2025. South Korea climbed from #7 to #5, Malaysia rose from #15 to #12, and Sri Lanka made one of the biggest leaps, jumping from #26 to #20. On the other hand, several countries slid down the list. Thailand slipped from #12 to #15, Laos dropped from #22 to #25, and Myanmar—still mired in civil war tensions—fell from #27 to #30, replacing Russia in last place after holding that spot in 2023 and 2024. Pillar Rankings—Economic, Societal, Environmental Here’s how each economy ranked in the three underlying pillars of the STI: CountryGDP Per Capita (rank)Economic (rank)Societal (rank)Environmental (rank) Singapore12515 United States24914 Australia3716 Canada411219 Hong Kong51118 United Kingdom6641 New Zealand7832 Brunei8201429 Taiwan910712 South Korea103616 Japan111383 Chile12161011 Mexico1322204 Russia14282230 Malaysia1591310 China1652422 Peru17211625 Thailand18141223 Ecuador19251520 Indonesia2019177 Vietnam21121913 Philippines2218215 Sri Lanka2323189 India24172728 Bangladesh25242624 Cambodia26152517 Papua New Guinea27272926 Laos28262318 Pakistan29302821 Myanmar30293027 Interestingly, GDP per capita has a positive correlation with Economic and Societal pillar rankings. However, there is almost no correlation between GDP per capita and the Environmental pillar. For instance, the UK (#1), New Zealand (#2), and Australia (#6) performed strongly on the environmental pillar and also benefited from relatively high GDP per capita. By contrast, Canada (#19), South Korea (#16), and the U.S. (#14), all of which also have elevated GDP per capita, scored lower on this pillar. Dive Deeper This infographic is just a preview of what the Sustainable Trade Index has to offer. To learn more, visit the Hinrich Foundation, where you can download additional resources, including the entire report, for free. Visit the Hinrich Foundation to download the entire report, for free. 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See more visualizations like this on the Voronoi app. Use This Visualization Visualizing the Countries With the Most Millionaires in 2025 See visuals like this from many other data creators on our Voronoi app. Download it for free on iOS or Android and discover incredible data-driven charts from a variety of trusted sources. Key Takeaways In 2025, the global millionaire population reached 60 million adults. America, China, and France are home to the largest millionaire populations—together holding more than half of the global total. If the world’s millionaire population were 10 people, four would live in America, one in China, and the rest around the world. Altogether, this group holds $226 trillion in wealth across 60 million individuals. While wealth has grown meaningfully in emerging markets supported by strong economic growth, America continues to maintain its grip on global wealth. This graphic shows the countries with the most millionaires in 2025, based on data from the UBS Global Wealth Report 2025. The Top 25 Countries by Millionaires In the table below, we show the number of U.S. dollar millionaires by country: RankCountryNumber of USD Millionaires 1 United States23.8M 2 China6.3M 3 France2.9M 4 Japan2.7M 5 Germany2.7M 6 United Kingdom2.6M 7 Canada2.1M 8 Australia1.9M 9 Italy1.3M 10 South Korea1.3M 11 Netherlands1.3M 12 Spain1.2M 13 Switzerland1.1M 14 India917K 15 Taiwan759K 16 Hong Kong647K 17 Belgium549K 18 Sweden490K 19 Brazil433K 20 Russia426K 21 Mexico399K 22 Denmark376K 23 Norway348K 24 Saudi Arabia339K 25 Singapore331K -- Rest of World2.7M --World Total60M In 2025, approximately one in 10 American adults are millionaires, reaching an estimated 23.8 million in total. Overall, New York City, Los Angeles, and the San Francisco Bay area stand as the nation’s wealthiest cities, followed by Chicago and Houston. Interestingly, a separate analysis finds that Scottsdale, Arizona has seen the fastest millionaire growth in the country over the past decade. With 6.1 million adults in this echelon, China follows in second. Since 2014, millionaire growth has ballooned 124% in Shenzhen, where major tech players like Tencent and Huawei are headquartered. France follows in third, with about half the number of millionaires as in China. It also is home to the highest number of billionaires in Europe, including one of the world’s richest people, Bernard Arnault. Meanwhile, Switzerland and Luxembourg have the highest concentration of millionaires, each with one per seven adults. Hong Kong SAR, Australia, and the Netherlands also have a high density of millionaires, where the ratio sits at one in 10 adults. Learn More on the Voronoi App To learn more about this topic, check out this graphic on billionaire wealth by country.

See more visualizations like this on the Voronoi app. Use This Visualization Where Americans Need Housing Assistance, Ranked by State See visuals like this from many other data creators on our Voronoi app. Download it for free on iOS or Android and discover incredible data-driven charts from a variety of trusted sources. Key Takeaways D.C. has the highest share of low-income renters on housing assistance: 72 per 1,000 residents. It’s followed by Puerto Rico (61) and Rhode Island (53). In absolute numbers, the country’s four largest states—New York (1 million), California (919K), Texas (595K), and Florida (405K)—support the most renters. All data as of 2024. Housing costs keep climbing faster than wages in many parts of the U.S., putting extra pressure on low-income renters. The visualization maps all 50 states, the District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico by how many low-income renters receive federal housing assistance relative to their population. Data is sourced from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s Office of Policy Development and Research (HUD). HUD’s 2024 estimates count more than 9 million Americans (27 per 1,000) currently receiving vouchers, public-housing units, or other subsidies. Households typically pay 30% of their adjusted income (i.e. after taxes) as rent, and the government covers the rest. Ranked: Americans Needing Rental Assistance, by State D.C. stands out with 72 assisted renters per 1,000 residents. That’s more than double the U.S. average of 27 and reflects both DC’s high housing costs, its population growth since 2000, and the limited growth in housing in the same time period. RankStateCode# of People on Housing Assistance (2024)State Population# of People on Housing Assistance per 1,000 Residents 1District of ColumbiaDC50,389702,25072 2Puerto RicoPR196,1653,203,29561 3Rhode IslandRI58,6401,112,30853 4New YorkNY1,000,73019,867,24850 5MassachusettsMA346,9687,136,17149 6ConnecticutCT148,9893,675,06941 7MississippiMS115,3912,943,04539 8LouisianaLA178,8364,597,74039 9AlabamaAL175,7595,157,69934 10OhioOH392,40811,883,30433 11VermontVT21,313648,49333 12KentuckyKY150,5254,588,37233 13HawaiiHI47,3421,446,14633 14IllinoisIL392,30212,710,15831 15New JerseyNJ289,8019,500,85131 16MarylandMD187,7646,263,22030 17West VirginiaWV52,8261,769,97930 18MaineME41,6981,405,01230 19MinnesotaMN165,4345,793,15129 20PennsylvaniaPA366,43313,078,75128 21ArkansasAR82,6783,088,35427 22TennesseeTN193,4907,227,75027 23North DakotaND19,271796,56824 24New HampshireNH33,8111,409,03224 25MichiganMI242,30410,140,45924 26MissouriMO147,6356,245,46624 27CaliforniaCA918,61239,431,26323 28GeorgiaGA259,25611,180,87823 29OklahomaOK92,0934,095,39322 30South CarolinaSC122,2255,478,83122 31NebraskaNE44,6282,005,46522 32VirginiaVA194,6648,811,19522 33OregonOR93,8964,272,37122 34DelawareDE22,8651,051,91722 35South DakotaSD19,928924,66922 36WashingtonWA170,0217,958,18021 37North CarolinaNC223,35311,046,02420 38IndianaIN137,5526,924,27520 39WisconsinWI118,3085,960,97520 40New MexicoNM40,8532,130,25619 41AlaskaAK14,146740,13319 42TexasTX595,36131,290,83119 43ColoradoCO113,1165,957,49319 44IowaIA60,3303,241,48819 45MontanaMT20,1721,137,23318 46FloridaFL405,39823,372,21517 47KansasKS49,5352,970,60617 48NevadaNV50,4413,267,46715 49WyomingWY8,663587,61815 50ArizonaAZ85,4587,582,38411 51IdahoID20,9022,001,61910 52UtahUT32,8623,503,6139 N/AU.S.USA9,039,779340,110,98827 Puerto Rico places second at 61 per 1,000—a legacy of limited job opportunities and post-hurricane rebuilding needs—while Rhode Island rounds out the top three at 53. One study found that a minimum wage worker in Rhode Island must work an 85-hour workweek to afford a standard two-bedroom apartment. Related: Puerto Rico also has the highest share of residents on welfare. Rhode Island is 10th and DC is 12th. States With the Fewest Americans on Housing Assistance Roughly half of U.S. states cluster between 20 and 30 assisted renters per 1,000 residents. This middle group includes Midwestern states like Minnesota (29) and Michigan (24) as well as fast-growing Sun Belt hubs such as Georgia (23). At the lower end, Western states Idaho (10) and Utah (9) report the fewest recipients per 1,000 residents. Part of that gap reflects younger demographics and higher home-ownership rates. Related: Idaho ranks 16th and Utah 18th by home ownership rates, both higher than 70%. But the eligibility to qualify for federal rental assistance varies by county and household size. Low numbers can also signal unmet needs or where waitlists run long. Americans On Housing Assistance by Pure Numbers When we shift from per-capita rates to raw counts, America’s largest states unsurprisingly dominate. New York alone supports one million low-income renters, roughly equal to the combined totals of the bottom 10 states. California follows closely with 919,000 recipients, reflecting the state’s chronic affordability crunch. Texas (595,000) and Florida (405,000) also rank high—even though their per-capita rates sit near the national average. Learn More on the Voronoi App Wondering how much money the HUD is paying out on average per renter? Check out Where Rent Subsidies Are Highest, by U.S. State on Voronoi, the new app from Visual Capitalist.

See more visualizations like this on the Voronoi app. Use This Visualization Ranked: The World’s Most Innovative Companies of 2025 See visuals like this from many other data creators on our Voronoi app. Download it for free on iOS or Android and discover incredible data-driven charts from a variety of trusted sources. Key Takeaways Fast Company ranked the world’s most innovative companies in 2025, putting together a list that spans a wide range of industries. They named Alphabet-subsidiary Waymo as the most innovative company of 2025. Which companies are leading us into the future? In this graphic, we list the world’s 25 most innovative companies of 2025, based on Fast Company’s annual ranking. The list is made up of global leaders that are redefining their industries through creativity, technology, and social impact. Taking the crown this year is Waymo, formerly the Google Self-Driving Car Project. The company is at the forefront of America’s robotaxi industry, with services available in major cities like Phoenix, San Francisco, and Los Angeles. Data & Discussion The data for this visualization comes from Fast Company. It identifies the most innovative companies of 2025, evaluating them based on four criteria: Innovation: Does the company have a clear innovation (or innovations), and did it demonstrate how this innovation sets it apart from other companies and general current industry trends? Impact: Did the innovation have a clear, measured impact on the company and its industry? Timeliness: Did the innovation happen within the past 12 months? Relevance: As much as possible, did the company explain how the innovation connects to current events or larger issues faced by industry or society? RankCompanyIndustryDescription 1 WaymoAutonomous VehiclesPioneer in self-driving technology 2 NvidiaSemiconductorsPowerhouse behind modern AI 3 NubankFintechLatin America’s top digital bank 4 WNBASportsPremier league for women’s basketball 5 BYDAutomotiveGlobal leader in EVs 6 GleanSoftwareSmart search engine for workplace knowledge 7 AbridgeHealthcareAI that streamlines doctor-patient conversations 8 EssilorLuxotticaEyewearWorld’s largest maker of glasses & lenses 9 Rocket LabAerospaceAffordable & frequent space launches 10 DuolingoEdTechTop app for learning languages 11 YouTubeMediaWorld’s largest video platform 12 DeepSeekArtificial IntelligenceRising force in AI research 13 CavaRestaurantsGrowing chain of Mediterranean dining 14 NotionSoftwareFlexible workspace app for teams 15 pgLangEntertainmentCreative studio blending music & film 16 RobinhoodFintechApp that makes investing accessible 17 BlueskySocial MediaDecentralized alternative to traditional social media 18 OnSportswearPremium running shoes 19 InfinitumEnergyInnovator in sustainable electric motors 20 IceyeSatelliteProvides radar imaging from space 21 Intuit DomeReal EstateNext-generation sports & entertainment arena 22 FXMediaAcclaimed network for original TV storytelling 23 Life TimeFitnessHigh-end clubs focused on health & wellness 24 UnstructuredArtificial IntelligenceAI that unlocks value in raw data 25 BudderflyEnergyHelps businesses cut costs with efficiency tech America’s Most Innovative Companies The U.S. is regularly ranked as one of the world’s most innovative countries, so it’s only natural that this list features many of its companies. Following Waymo is Nvidia, the powerhouse behind modern artificial intelligence. At the time of writing, Nvidia is the world’s most valuable company with a $4.5 trillion valuation. Demand for its chips seems unsatiable, and they power everything from data centers and cloud computing, to autonomous vehicles and cutting-edge research. Speaking of AI, #6 in the ranking is Glean, an American AI startup that builds workplace search & knowledge management tools. Founded by former Google engineers, the company is positioning itself as a key player in the world of AI-driven enterprise software. International Leaders in Innovation Looking outside the U.S., Fast Company ranked several foreign firms in the top 25. In #3 is Nubank, a Brazilian digital bank that offers credit cards, savings accounts, and loans through its mobile platform. Launched in 2013, Nubank was the first to offer a mobile-first, no-fee banking model in the South America region. The company is now the world’s third-largest digital bank with over 120 million customers, and has even set its sights on the U.S. market. Another noteworthy entry is Chinese EV-maker, BYD. BYD is the world’s largest producer of BEVs (Battery Electric Vehicles) by a thin margin. One of BYD’s signature innovations is the Blade Battery, which features a lithium-iron-phosphate (LFP) design that offers greater safety and cost efficiency compared to alternative chemistries. Another advantage is BYD’s vertical integration. The firm produces its own batteries, electronics, and controls much of its supply chain. Learn More on the Voronoi App If you enjoyed today’s post, check out Revenue Per Employee at the Top 20 Companies on Voronoi, the new app from Visual Capitalist.

Published 2 hours ago on October 13, 2025 By Ryan Bellefontaine Graphics & Design Athul Alexander Twitter Facebook LinkedIn Reddit Pinterest Email The following content is sponsored by Shale Crescent USA Who is Growing? U.S. Natural Gas Leaders Key Takeaways Shale Crescent USA leads U.S. natural gas leaders, adding 34 Bcf/d (351 Bcm/yr) since 2008—more than Texas, Louisiana, and the rest of the U.S. combined. Natural gas in the Shale Crescent USA has grown more than any other region of the world over the last 20 years. Each 1 Bcf/d (~10 Bcm/yr) serves about 5.5 million homes per day, highlighting industrial and consumer impact. Gas production in different U.S. regions varies over time, but which region has had the highest growth in output in recent years? This map, created in partnership with Shale Crescent USA, shows where natural gas production growth from 2008 to 2024 is concentrated, using data from the EIA. Shale Crescent in the Lead Here is a table showing 2008–2024 growth in Billion Cubic Feet Per Day (Bcf/d) and Billion Cubic Meters Per Year (Bcm/yr) for each region. RegionGrowth in Natural Gas 2008 to 2024 (Bcf/d)Growth in Natural Gas 2008 to 2024 (Bcm/yr) Rest of the U.S.662 Gulf Coast16165 Shale Crescent USA34351 From 2008–2024, Shale Crescent USA (Ohio, West Virginia, Pennsylvania) grew by 34 Bcf/d (351 Bcm/yr), outpacing the Gulf Coast’s 16 Bcf/d (165 Bcm/yr) and the rest of the U.S. at 6 Bcf/d (62 Bcm/yr). Notably, the Shale Crescent’s growth exceeded Texas, Louisiana, and the rest of the U.S. combined. Additionally, 1 Bcf/d (~10 Bcm/yr) can supply roughly 5.5 million U.S. single-family homes per day, underscoring the scale of this surge. Why Such Large Growth? Shale Crescent USA’s remarkable growth stems from technological breakthroughs that unlocked vast energy resources within world-class rock formations. This region was the birthplace of the oil and gas industry more than 150 years ago, and it remains a global leader. No other area on Earth has experienced greater growth over the past two decades. The Marcellus and Utica shale formations hold one of the largest, most prolific gas endowments in North America, giving gas producers a deep inventory of high-quality drilling locations. The second key driver is infrastructure and market access. As demand shifted toward gas-fired power—especially in the Northeast—new and expanded pipelines connected Marcellus/Utica volumes to nearby load centers and, increasingly, to the Midwest and Gulf Coast. Landmark projects such as Shell’s ethane cracker in Pennsylvania, Nucor’s steel plant in West Virginia, and Intel’s semiconductor facility in Ohio, along with a growing number of data centers and other energy-intensive users, are benefiting from this region’s reliable and affordable energy supply. Build With Us Today Related Topics: #oil #natural gas #Gas #gulf coast #ohio #West Virginia #Pennsylvania #Shale crescent Click for Comments var disqus_shortname = "visualcapitalist.disqus.com"; var disqus_title = "Who is Growing? U.S. Natural Gas Leaders"; var disqus_url = "https://www.visualcapitalist.com/sp/sc01-who-is-growing-u-s-natural-gas-leaders/"; var disqus_identifier = "visualcapitalist.disqus.com-182782"; More from Shale Crescent USA Energy5 days ago Visualized: Where is the Most Natural Gas Production? See how natural gas production stacks up globally and why the Shale Crescent ranks third—a strategic edge for U.S. manufacturing. Energy3 weeks ago Shale Crescent USA: A World-Class Manufacturing Region Shale Crescent USA brings energy, customers, and infrastructure together in one region, helping manufacturers reduce costs as reshoring accelerates. Subscribe Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Join 375,000+ email subscribers: *Sign Up

See this visualization first on the Voronoi app. G20 Inflation Tracker: Argentina and Türkiye Remain Outliers This was originally posted on our Voronoi app. Download the app for free on iOS or Android and discover incredible data-driven charts from a variety of trusted sources. Argentina leads the G20 with 33.6% inflation, though recent monthly data shows signs of stabilization. Türkiye’s 33% inflation is being driven by rate cuts and a weakening lira, challenging central bank credibility. China slips into deflation at -0.4%, raising concerns about slowing domestic demand and long-term growth. Inflation remains one of the most pressing global economic issues, and this monthly G20 inflation tracker highlights the wide disparities in price growth across the world’s largest economies. Data comes from the national statistics offices of G20 countries and was visualized by Aneesh Anand. This August 2025 snapshot captures a continued divergence, with some countries still facing surging consumer prices while others battle deflation. Here’s the full data set comparing annual inflation rates (CPI, YoY %) in each G20 nation: EconomyInflation Rate (YoY %) Argentina33.6% Turkey33.0% Russia8.1% Brazil5.1% UK3.8% Mexico3.6% South Africa3.3% Japan2.7% Australia3.0% U.S.2.9% Indonesia2.3% Saudi Arabia2.3% South Korea1.7% Eurozone2.0% Canada1.9% India2.1% China-0.4% At a glance, Argentina (33.6%) and Türkiye (33%) remain the top two inflation hotspots, while China is the only G20 member in deflationary territory at -0.4%. Argentina: High Inflation Persists, But Shows Signs of Easing Despite topping the G20 list, Argentina’s inflation trajectory may be turning a corner. Monthly inflation in August came in flat at 1.9%, a notable slowdown compared to earlier in the year. This is the lowest monthly increase since 2022. However, years of economic mismanagement, currency controls, and a weakening peso have left a lasting impact. Recent U.S. financial support could stabilize Argentina’s economy temporarily—but may introduce new structural challenges if reforms don’t follow. Türkiye: Interest Rate Policy and Lira Depreciation Fuel Price Growth Türkiye continues to experience elevated inflation at 33%, with food, energy, and housing costs soaring. The central bank’s decision to cut interest rates despite ongoing inflation has drawn criticism. Consumer prices rose more than expected in August, testing the credibility of monetary policy. The weak Turkish lira has further exacerbated inflation by raising the cost of imports. Without a decisive shift in economic policy, inflationary pressures are likely to persist. China’s Slide into Deflation Signals Deeper Economic Concerns While many nations are still battling inflation, China stands out for the opposite reason: deflation. Consumer prices declined by 0.4% year-over-year in August, suggesting weakening domestic demand. This trend is part of broader economic issues facing China, including a shrinking working-age population, falling birth rates, and a rapidly aging society. These demographic shifts are expected to reduce productivity and consumer spending over the long term. Meanwhile, the country’s once-booming real estate sector, estimated to account for up to 30% of GDP, continues to face a protracted slowdown, with falling home prices and developer defaults contributing to weak investor and household confidence. China’s deflation may be symptomatic of deeper structural changes. These include an overreliance on investment-led growth, rising local government debt, and the challenges of transitioning to a more consumption-driven economy. Without robust domestic demand or significant policy shifts, deflationary pressures could linger, posing risks to both China’s long-term growth and global trade dynamics. Global Inflation Outlook Remains Uneven Inflation in the U.S. reached 2.9% (its highest since January), while countries like Japan (2.7%) and the Euro Zone (2.0%) hovered near central bank targets. Canada (1.9%) and South Korea (1.7%) remain among the lowest. For a longer-term perspective, explore our previous coverage on global inflation projections through 2026. Learn More on the Voronoi App For a deeper dive into recent trends, check out Consumer Inflation Around the World Since 2020 on the Voronoi app.

Published 4 hours ago on October 13, 2025 By Jenna Ross Graphics & Design Lebon Siu Jennifer West Twitter Facebook LinkedIn Reddit Pinterest Email The following content is sponsored by Terzo Industries Hiring and Firing the Most Employees Key Takeaways The Education & Health Services industry has been hiring the most employees over the last year. In contrast, the federal government has seen the biggest reduction in the number of employees. Hiring trends can serve as an early signal of where the U.S. economy is heading next. By looking at which industries are adding—or cutting—the most jobs, we get a clearer picture of where business confidence is rising, and where it’s slipping. This graphic was created in partnership with Terzo for our Markets in a Minute series, which features quick economic insights for executives. It zooms out to see the longer-term change in employees across industries from August 2024 to August 2025. We’re Hiring: Industries Adding the Most Employees The industry hiring by far the most employees was education and health services. Both areas require significant human interaction, meaning they could be safest from AI replacement. On top of this, healthcare continues to see a boom from the aging population. Within the industry, social assistance saw the most growth which includes roles like child care workers, home care aides, and social workers. IndustryChange in Number of Employees, Aug 2024–Aug 2025 Education and Health Services+862,000 Leisure and Hospitality+232,000 Local Government+184,000 Transportation and Warehousing+84,700 Financial Activities+80,000 Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics via Federal Reserve. Leisure and hospitality saw the second-strongest hiring push, driving primarily by employment increases within food services and drinking places. Industries With the Biggest Drops in Employees At the other end of the scale, federal government jobs have declined the most.  In an effort to increase efficiency and reduce waste, the government has undertaken layoffs, buyouts, and terminations. Industry Change in Number of Employees, Aug 2024–Aug 2025 Federal Government -86,000 Manufacturing-78,000 Professional and Business Services-55,000 Mining and Logging-13,000 Information -3,000 Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics via Federal Reserve. Manufacturing jobs saw the second-largest decline, continuing a trend seen over the last several decades.  Investments in automation have led to less hiring in manufacturing as companies achieve more productivity per worker. More recently, economists believe uncertainty related to tariffs has discouraged companies from increasing their workforce as costs rise. 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See more visualizations like this on the Voronoi app. Use This Visualization Visualizing the Biggest Exporters in the World See visuals like this from many other data creators on our Voronoi app. Download it for free on iOS or Android and discover incredible data-driven charts from a variety of trusted sources. Key Takeaways China accounted for 14.6% of global exports of goods in 2024, the highest share overall. Vietnam, Hong Kong SAR, and France each saw double-digit export growth, while exports contracted the sharpest in Australia. Outside of America, the world is buying China’s goods more than ever. Despite being a primary target of U.S. tariffs, China has deepened trade ties across Africa, Southeast Asia, and Europe in 2025. Yet as China cements its position as a global trading powerhouse, America is increasingly focusing on becoming more self-sufficient. This graphic shows the top 30 biggest exporters in the world, based on data from the World Trade Organization. China and the U.S. Are the Biggest Exporters in the World Here are the world’s leading exporters of goods as of 2024: RankingCountryExported Goods 2024(Billion USD)Global Share Annual Percentage Change 1 China$3,57714.6%6% 2 U.S.$2,0658.4%2% 3 Germany$1,6826.9%-1% 4 Netherlands$9213.8%-2% 5 Japan$7072.9%-1% 6 South Korea$6842.8%8% 7 Italy$6742.8%0% 8 Hong Kong SAR$6462.6%12% 9 France$6392.6%11% 10 Mexico$6172.5%4% 11 UAE$6042.5%6% 12 Canada$5692.3%0% 13 Belgium$5362.2%-6% 14 United Kingdom$5132.1%-2% 15 Singapore$5062.1%6% 16 Taiwan$4741.9%10% 17 Switzerland$4471.8%6% 18 India$4431.8%3% 19 Russia$4331.8%2% 20 Spain$4241.7%0% 21 Vietnam$4051.7%14% 22 Poland$3801.6%0% 23 Australia$3411.4%-8% 24 Brazil$3371.4%-1% 25 Malaysia$3301.4%6% 26 Saudi Arabia$3051.2%-5% 27 Thailand$3011.2%5% 28 Indonesia$2651.1%2% 29 Czechia$2631.1%3% 30 Türkiye$2621.1%2% China grew its exports by 6% in 2024 to reach $3.6 trillion, further widening its lead over America. To look at it another way, 36% of global export containers hold Chinese goods. Not only that, China is on track to see record shipments in 2025 across Latin America, Africa, and Asia. The U.S. remains the world’s second-largest exporter, with $2.1 trillion in exports last year. Between January and July 2025, Canada and Mexico accounted for roughly 30% of American export demand. Ranking in third is Germany, with exports shrinking 1% over the year to $1.7 trillion, while the Netherlands followed with $921 billion in exports. Meanwhile, Vietnam, Hong Kong SAR, and France saw the fastest export growth—rising 14%, 12%, and 11%, respectively. In particular, Vietnam’s surge was fueled by strong shipments of oil, coffee, and rice amid shifting global supply chains. Learn More on the Voronoi App To learn more about this topic, check out this graphic on the export dependency of major nations.

See more visualizations like this on the Voronoi app. Use This Visualization The World’s Fastest-Growing Populations See visuals like this from many other data creators on our Voronoi app. Download it for free on iOS or Android and discover incredible data-driven charts from a variety of trusted sources. Key Takeaways Africa is home to 16 of the top 20 fastest-growing populations, while the Middle East holds four. The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is forecast to reach a population of 225.6 million—up from 112.8 million—as soon as 2047. At current rates, it will take 133 years for America’s population to double given aging demographics and low fertility rates. By contrast, several countries in Africa and the Middle East are set to double in a quarter century. For instance, Kinshasa, in the DRC, is forecast to be among the most populous cities worldwide by 2080 given rapid population growth. This graphic shows the fastest-growing populations in the world, based on data from the United Nations. Years for the Fastest Growing Populations to Double in Size Below, we show countries with the fastest annual doubling rates at current projections: CounttryNumber of Years Forecastedfor Population to DoublePopulation (2025)Region Oman205.5MMiddle East Syria2025.6MMiddle East Central African Republic215.5MAfrica Somalia2119.7MAfrica Democratic Republic of the Congo22112.8MAfrica Niger2227.9MAfrica Sudan2251.7MAfrica Angola2339MAfrica Mali2425.2MAfrica Tanzania2470.6MAfrica Yemen2441.8MMiddle East Mauritania255.3MAfrica Mozambique2535.6MAfrica Zambia2521.9MAfrica Afghanistan2643.8MMiddle East Chad2621MAfrica Uganda2651.4MAfrica Cameroon2729.9MAfrica Malawi2722.2MAfrica Ethiopia28135.5MAfrica As we can see, Oman and Syria are set to double their population in just 20 years. Overall, the population of Arab states are projected to double in 36 years, supported by average fertility rates of 3.2 births per women. Yemen and Afghanistan each are set to double in size in 24 and 26 years, respectively. In Africa, the Central African Republic and Somalia are set to reach this milestone in 21 years, making them the fastest-growing populations on the continent. Perhaps even more strikingly, the DRC, with a population of 112.8 million in 2025, could double by 2047. Going further, the DRC is set to become the fifth-most populous country in 2100, up from 15th in 2025. Meanwhile, Nigeria is set to the fourth-largest by population after India, China, and Pakistan. Learn More on the Voronoi App To learn more about this topic, check out this graphic on the fastest shrinking countries in the world.

See this visualization first on the Voronoi app. Use This Visualization Ranked: Countries With the Most High-Speed Rail in 2025 This was originally posted on our Voronoi app. Download the app for free on iOS or Android and discover incredible data-driven charts from a variety of trusted sources. Key Takeaways China has over 25,000 miles of high-speed rail in operation today, more than the rest of the world combined. Countries with the most planned future capacity include China (6,983 miles), India (4,647 miles), and the U.S. (3,145 miles). High-speed rail projects in the U.S. include California’s SF–LA line, Brightline West to Las Vegas, Amtrak’s new Acela, and a Texas Shinkansen-style project. High-speed rail is one of the fastest growing transportation technologies in the world, cutting journey times and boosting economic integration. While only a handful of nations operate extensive networks today, dozens more are investing heavily to catch up. In this graphic, we rank the countries with the most high-speed rail in 2025, differentiating between lines in operation, under construction, or in the planning stage. Data & Discussion The data for this visualization was compiled by World Population Review. CountryTotal Length (miles)Operational (miles)Construction (miles)Planned (miles) China40,24925,1498,1176,983 India4,96303164,647 U.S.3,7724571703,145 Spain3,4672,275656536 Turkey2,8956549921,250 France2,7711,69901,072 Japan2,2851,914250121 Egypt2,097002,097 Iran1,92902551,674 Thailand1,64201571,484 South Africa1,485001,485 Germany1,24897691181 Poland1,18313901,044 Australia1,087001,087 Vietnam96000960 Canada94600946 Finland9416960245 Sweden877534133210 Italy7755722030 Russia6710409262 Czech Republic62400624 South Korea573542300 Latvia54100541 Estonia54100541 Morocco5131160398 Indonesia442088354 UK42270140212 Austria37715817544 Brazil31800318 Portugal309050260 Saudi Arabia27927900 Serbia241047194 Norway20700207 Mexico13000130 Belgium13013000 Bahrain11200112 Switzerland10910900 Hungary10300103 Chile790079 Netherlands565600 Israel530053 Denmark353500 China Has the Most High-Speed Rail by a Wide Margin China dominates high-speed rail globally, with over 25,000 miles of track in operation (representing over two-thirds of the world’s total). Its ambitious expansion plans add 8,000 miles under construction and nearly 7,000 more planned. For comparison, the next largest network—Spain—has under 2,300 miles in service. China’s dense cities are ideally spaced for rail, and its government treats it as a tool for economic growth and integration. It’s also a reason why China has relatively few airports compared to the U.S. The fastest commercial line in China is the Shanghai Maglev line, which connects Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Longyang Road Station and is capable of reaching a top speed of 268 mph (431 km/h). The train was built by a joint venture between two German firms: Siemens and ThyssenKrupp. America’s High-speed Rail Ambitions The U.S. has long dreamed of having high-speed rail lines to connect its major cities, but progress has been slow. For example, California’s high-speed rail project between San Francisco and Los Angeles was approved in 2008 with big promises, but has faced soaring costs, litigation, and delays. California has spent billions since 2008 without laying a single piece of track. CATO Institute On the bright side, Brightline West is a privately-owned project designed to connect Las Vegas and Southern California. Construction began in 2024, and the line is expected to be completed in time for the Los Angeles Olympics. Looking elsewhere in America, the Texas Central Railway is another private rail project that aims to connect Dallas and Houston. The train’s design will be based on Japan’s Shinkansen (AKA bullet train), and aims to cut travel time between the two cities to 90 minutes. Learn More on the Voronoi App If you enjoyed today’s post, check out The World’s Fastest Trains on Voronoi, the new app from Visual Capitalist.

See this visualization first on the Voronoi app. Use This Visualization The Top 35 Countries by Antibiotic Use—See Where the U.S. Ranks This was originally posted on our Voronoi app. Download the app for free on iOS or Android and discover incredible data-driven charts from a variety of trusted sources. Key Takeaways Iran tops the list of antibiotic use at 68 defined daily doses (DDD) per 1,000 people. The U.S. ranks 23rd, with 22 DDD per 1,000 inhabitants, below many European peers. Antibiotics revolutionized medicine, but overuse accelerates drug-resistant “superbugs.” This ranking shows the countries with the most antibiotic use, measured by defined daily doses (DDD) per 1,000 people. DDD: A typical adult’s one-day treatment (for the drug’s main use). Data for this visualization comes from Our World in Data and the One Health Trust as of 2022. Figures are rounded. Skip to the second-last section for more information about how this data was collected. Iran and Emerging Economies Lead Antibiotic Consumption Iran’s 68 DDD per 1,000 people is more than triple the global median (18 DDD), reflecting looser prescription controls and ease of over-the-counter access. RankCountryDaily dose of antibiotics (DDD), used per 1,000 inhabitants, 2022 1 Iran68 2 South Africa51 3 Egypt50 4 Bangladesh49 5 Tanzania35 6 Jordan34 7 Cyprus34 8 Montenegro33 9 Nepal32 10 Laos30 11 Romania29 12 Tunisia28 13 France25 14 Malta25 15 Poland24 16 Italy24 17 Spain24 18 Uganda23 19 Benin23 20 Ireland23 21 Kuwait23 22 Palestine23 23 U.S.*22 24 Maldives21 25 Belgium21 26 Georgia20 27 Croatia20 28 Côte d’Ivoire20 29 UK20 30 Lithuania20 31 Iceland19 32 Portugal18 33 Colombia18 34 Czechia18 35 Tajikistan17 36 Belarus17 37 Russia17 38 Latvia16 39 Denmark15 40 Canada15 41 Hungary15 42 Hong Kong14 43 Papua New Guinea14 44 Estonia13 45 Bhutan13 46 Slovenia13 47 Finland12 48 Norway12 49 Malaysia11 50 Ethiopia11 51 Austria11 52 Ukraine11 53 Switzerland11 54 Saudi Arabia11 55 Germany10 56 Armenia10 57 Peru10 58 Rwanda9 59 Mali8 60 Qatar7 61 Oman6 *Separate source: One Health Trust. A recent study found that nearly half of outpatient antibiotic prescriptions in Iran “lacked medical justification.” Iran is not the only middle-income country with a high antibiotic use. South Africa (51 DDD) and Egypt (50 DDD) follow close behind. Even poorer economies such as Bangladesh and Tanzania post rates above 35 DDD, outstripping any EU member. High DDDs can indicate that a country either faces a heavy disease burden or is experiencing over-prescription and misuse. Misuse is most common in low- and middle-income countries, where health care access is limited. Weak enforcement of sales rules lets pharmacies and informal sellers dispense antibiotics freely. Europe Shows a Wide Spread in Antibiotic Use Within Europe, southern nations use far more antibiotics than their northern neighbors. France, Malta, Italy, and Spain all hover around 24–25 DDD. Meanwhile Nordic countries like Denmark, Norway, and Finland sit near or below 15 DDD (not in the graphic but listed in the table above.) Cultural attitudes toward prescribing, national action plans, and availability of narrow-spectrum alternatives all influence these disparities. U.S. Antibiotic Use At 22 DDD, the U.S. places 23rd out of the 35 countries shown, higher than Canada (15 DDD) and the U.K. (20 DDD), yet lower than much of Southern Europe. This figure is from One Health Trust as the primary source did not list a comparative U.S. figure. Studies show outpatient prescriptions have fallen 13% between 2011–2019, thanks to campaigns that target inappropriate treatment of viral infections. Still, about one in three American prescriptions is considered unnecessary, suggesting considerable room to close the gap with low-use peers like Germany (10 DDD per 1,000 people). Related: The U.S. could be short 90,000 primary care physicians by 2037. See how many doctors are available per capita by state right now. How Do Sources Track Antibiotic Use? Our World in Data is the primary source for this graphic and article. It processes figures from the WHO’s GLASS platform, which countries feed with standardized data so researchers can compare antimicrobial consumption across regions. Participating countries report national antimicrobial use from sources like insurance claims, import records, and hospital prescriptions, including antituberculosis drugs. GLASS enforces a common methodology to ensure consistency. The One Health Trust draws on the IQVIA MIDAS database to estimate national antibiotic consumption from retail and hospital pharmacy sales. It samples manufacturer and wholesaler sales across distribution channels and scales them to national totals using a proprietary algorithm that applies regional, sector-specific, and channel-specific factors. The exact algorithm remains undisclosed. Learn More on the Voronoi App If you enjoyed today’s post, check out Ranked: America’s Most Popular Drugs by Dollars Spent on Voronoi, the new app from Visual Capitalist.

See this visualization first on the Voronoi app. Use This Visualization Ranked: Cars With the Best Resale Value in 2025 This was originally posted on our Voronoi app. Download the app for free on iOS or Android and discover incredible data-driven charts from a variety of trusted sources. Key Takeaways Japanese cars, particularly Toyotas, depreciate the slowest according to an analysis by U.S. News that examined 3-year depreciation for 2022 models. The Ford Mustang is the lone American model in the ranking, likely maintaining its value thanks to its iconic status. Cars are one of the most significant purchases people make, but unlike real estate, their value drops quickly. To help you protect your investment, this ranking highlights the 13 cars with the best resale value in America, as of 2025. This means that all of the models shown in this graphic are from the 2022 model year. Data & Discussion The data in this graphic was compiled by U.S. News, which analyzed pricing and resale trends across 2022 model-year vehicles. It measures the average value these cars lost from MSRP after three years, both as a percentage and in dollar terms. BrandModelAvg 3-Yr Depreciation (%)Avg Difference from MSRP ($) ToyotaCorolla Cross-2.63%-$662 Toyota4Runner-4.85%-$2,209 ToyotaC-HR-4.89%-$1,260 SubaruCrosstrek-4.90%-$1,277 ToyotaTacoma-5.34%-$2,040 FordMustang-5.41%-$2,822 NissanVersa-5.74%-$993 ToyotaSienna-5.80%-$2,515 HondaCivic-5.84%-$1,536 ToyotaRAV4-7.90%-$2,524 KiaRio-8.49%-$1,437 ToyotaCorolla Hybrid-8.63%-$2,075 ToyotaCorolla-8.70%-$2,137 ToyotaRAV4 Hybrid-8.84%-$2,989 Toyota is #1 in Value Retention Toyota’s reputation for reliability and affordability continues to pay off in resale value. The Corolla Cross leads the list, depreciating just 2.63% (-$662) after three years. Other Toyota models such as the 4Runner, C-HR, and Tacoma also perform exceptionally well in this regard. Earlier this year, Toyota was ranked the fourth most reliable car brand in America, explaining its consistent demand in both the new and used markets. Japanese Cars Generally Depreciate Slower Beyond Toyota, other Japanese brands also fare well. Subaru’s Crosstrek comes in fourth with a depreciation rate of just 4.90%, perhaps due to its all-wheel-drive versatility. Compact cars like the Honda Civic and Nissan Versa also appear in the top 10, offering a compelling mix of efficiency, practicality, and reliability. The Mustang Endures Among a sea of Japanese cars, the Ford Mustang stands out as the only American vehicle in this ranking. With an average depreciation of 5.41%, the Mustang’s enduring design and heritage help it resist the sharp value declines typical of many U.S. models. Another factor could be that the Mustang is the only gasoline-powered pony car still on sale today, with the Chevrolet Camaro and Dodge Challenger both recently ending production. Learn More on the Voronoi App If you enjoyed today’s post, check out The Best Used EVs in 2025 on Voronoi, the new app from Visual Capitalist.

See this visualization first on the Voronoi app. How Much Mercury is in the Fish You Eat? This was originally posted on our Voronoi app. Download the app for free on iOS or Android and discover incredible data-driven charts from a variety of trusted sources. Low-mercury seafood options include scallops, clams, shrimp, and salmon, all with less than 0.02 ppm. Top predators like swordfish, shark, and Gulf of Mexico tilefish have the highest mercury levels, some over 1.0 ppm. Experts recommend eating high-mercury fish no more than 3 times a month, or avoiding them entirely. Mercury in fish is a well-documented health concern, especially for pregnant individuals and young children. The FDA tracks mercury concentrations in commercial seafood, helping consumers make informed choices. The visualization by Julie Peasley summarizes these levels beautifully, grouping fish by mercury content and recommended servings per month. FishMercury Concentration PPM (rounded to nearest hundredth for most species) Scallop0.003 Clam0.009 Shrimp0.009 Oyster0.01 Sardine0.01 Tilapia0.01 Salmon (Canned)0.01 Anchovy0.02 Salmon (Fresh/Frozen)0.02 Catfish0.02 Squid0.02 Pollock0.03 Crawfish0.03 Shad0.04 Mullet0.05 Whiting0.05 Atlantic Haddock0.06 Butterfish0.06 Flatfish (Flounder, Plaice, Sole)0.06 North Atlantic Mackerel0.06 Atlantic Croaker0.07 Crab (Blue, King, Snow)0.07 Freshwater Trout0.07 Hake0.08 Herring0.08 Jacksmelt0.09 Pacific Chub Mackerel0.09 Sheepshead0.09 Whitefish0.09 Cod*0.11 Northern/American Lobster0.11 Ocean Perch0.12 Tuna-Canned Light0.13 Atlantic Tilefish0.14 Tuna-Skipjack0.14 Freshwater Perch0.15 Monkfish0.16 Bass (Black, Striped)0.17 Snapper0.17 Mahi Mahi0.18 South Atlantic Spanish Mackerel0.18 Weakfish (Sea Trout)0.24 Halibut0.25 Pacific White Croaker0.29 Albacore Tuna-Canned0.35 Chilean Sea Bass0.35 Yellowfin Tuna (Fresh/Frozen)0.35 Albacore Tuna0.36 Sablefish (Black Cod)0.36 Bluefish0.37 Grouper0.45 Gulf of Mexico Spanish Mackerel0.45 Marlin0.49 Orange Roughy0.57 Bigeye Tuna0.69 King Mackerel0.73 Shark0.98 Swordfish1 Gulf of Mexico Tilefish1.12 Seafood like scallops, clams, and sardines fall into the “low” mercury category, while swordfish and shark top the “avoid” list due to concentrations near or above 1.0 ppm. Why Mercury in Fish Matters Mercury, especially in its organic form methylmercury, is a potent neurotoxin. It can impair brain development in fetuses and young children and has been linked to cognitive decline and cardiovascular issues in adults. According to the EPA, fish consumption is the primary source of mercury exposure for most people. The harm isn’t just theoretical. High intake of mercury-laden fish can lead to mercury poisoning, with symptoms like muscle weakness, vision problems, and memory loss. How Does Mercury End Up in Fish? Mercury in oceans originates largely from industrial pollution, especially coal-fired power plants and mining operations. This mercury settles into waterways and is converted by microbes into methylmercury, which accumulates in aquatic organisms. As smaller fish are eaten by larger predators, mercury moves up the food chain in a process known as biomagnification. This explains why large species like swordfish, marlin, and shark contain the highest concentrations. Simply put, the longer a fish lives and the more it eats, the more mercury it accumulates. Smart Seafood Choices The Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC) recommends prioritizing low-mercury fish like salmon, trout, and sardines. Most people can safely eat these options up to six times a month. On the other hand, high-mercury fish like albacore tuna, sea bass, and grouper should be eaten sparingly—no more than 3 times monthly. And some fish, like Gulf of Mexico tilefish and swordfish, are best avoided altogether. Learn More on the Voronoi App Want to learn more about the changing nature of seafood? Learn about how we now farm more fish than we catch.

See more visualizations like this on the Voronoi app. Use This Visualization Where Beer Prices Have Risen (and Fallen) the Most Since 2020 See visuals like this from many other data creators on our Voronoi app. Download it for free on iOS or Android and discover incredible data-driven charts from a variety of trusted sources. Key Takeaways In Buenos Aires, beer prices have spiked 89% in five years, the fastest globally, as the country faces hyperinflation. Meanwhile, a 0.5 L bottle of beer in Mexico City has jumped 63% as tourists and digital nomads flock to the city, driving up prices. In Boston, the price of beer has shot up 43% since 2020, the fastest jump in America. Not only that, beer inflation in Boston is the eighth-highest worldwide, driven by higher ingredient and materials costs. This trend has been seen in many big cities globally, surpassing the rate of inflation. This graphic shows the cities with the steepest beer price increases and decreases in the last five years, based on data from Deutsche Bank. Top 10 Biggest Beer Price Increases Below, we show cities with the highest beer price inflation. Figures represent the nominal change in an average price of a 0.5L bottle of domestic beer since 2020. CityCountryLargest Price Increases2020-2025 Buenos Aires Argentina89% Birmingham United Kingdom63% Mexico City Mexico60% Warsaw Poland59% Geneva Switzerland48% London United Kingdom47% Kuala Lumpur Malaysia43% Boston United States43% Zurich Switzerland42% Vienna Austria40% In Argentina’s capital, beer has jumped an eye-watering 89% since 2020, costing $2.23 on average in 2025. Meanwhile, European cities account for six of the 10 largest price increases, with Birmingham, UK leading at a 63% surge. Warsaw, Poland follows closely with a 59% jump, fueled by higher excise taxes and persistent inflation. Mexico City has also faced mounting price pressures. In 2022, Grupo Modelo raised prices after global beer production costs spiked by an average of 62% over the prior two years. Added to this, rising tourism and an influx of digital nomads have further driven prices upward. Top 10 Biggest Beer Price Declines In contrast, here are the cities with the largest drop in beer prices: CityCountryLargest Price Decreases2020-2025 Dubai UAE-37% Abu Dhabi UAE-36% Tokyo Japan-30% Cairo Egypt-29% Frankfurt Germany-16% Jakarta Indonesia-14% Luxembourg Luxembourg-13% Los Angeles United States-10% Auckland New Zealand-6% New York City United States-4% Beer prices have sunk the most in Dubai (-37%) amid easing liquor laws, which previously put a 30% tax on alcohol sales. In Tokyo, beer has also become increasingly affordable as the yen stands at 30-year lows to the U.S. dollar and several other major currencies. As a result, prices are now 30% cheaper than in 2020, where domestic beer can cost around $2.14. Learn More on the Voronoi App To learn more about this topic, check out this graphic on the top countries by beer consumption in the world.

See this visualization first on the Voronoi app. Use This Visualization Mapped: America’s Most Dangerous Cities, According to Citizens This was originally posted on our Voronoi app. Download the app for free on iOS or Android and discover incredible data-driven charts from a variety of trusted sources. Key Takeaways Numbeo’s Crime Index is based on user surveys, scaled 0–100, and reflects people’s perception of crime & safety rather than official statistics. Based on the index’s mid-2025 update, Memphis, TN is the most dangerous city in America. Where do American’s feel the least safe? To answer this question, we visualized the results of Numbeo’s Crime Index, which reveals how people perceive safety in their own city as of mid-2025. Unlike FBI or police statistics, this index reflects public sentiment through crowdsourced surveys. Data & Discussion Numbeo’s Crime Index uses a scale from 0 (very safe) to 100 (very dangerous), based on residents’ self-reported experiences and perceptions. The survey covers various aspects of crime, including: General perception of crime levels Perceived safety during day and night Concerns about specific crimes (mugging, robbery, car theft, physical attacks, etc.) Severity of property crime (burglary, theft, vandalism) Severity of violent crime (assault, homicide, sexual offenses) Overall, this index provides an alternative lens on urban safety that is shaped more by everyday life than by crime reports. Here’s how to interpret the results: Very Low Crime: 20 and below Low Crime: 20.01-40 Moderate Crime: 40.01-60 High Crime: 60.01-80 Very High Crime: above 80 RankCityStateCrime Index 1MemphisTN78.0 2DetroitMI73.1 3BaltimoreMD72.7 4AlbuquerqueNM71.7 5Saint LouisMO69.7 6OaklandCA68.7 7New OrleansLA66.9 8MilwaukeeWI66.7 9ChicagoIL66.1 10PhiladelphiaPA65.8 11AtlantaGA64.6 12HoustonTX63.2 13San FranciscoCA60.9 14IndianapolisIN60.2 15Washington, DCDC60.2 16Kansas CityMO58.1 17PortlandOR57.1 18JacksonvilleFL56.6 19Las VegasNV55.9 20MinneapolisMN55.6 21TucsonAZ54.8 22SeattleWA54.2 23Los AngelesCA53.9 24PhoenixAZ53.0 25MiamiFL52.7 26DallasTX51.2 27New YorkNY51.0 28ColumbusOH49.6 29OrlandoFL49.5 30SacramentoCA49.4 --National Index Score--49.2 Memphis Leads the Rankings At the top of the list, Memphis, Tennessee registers the highest crime index score at 78, marking it as the city Americans perceive as the most unsafe in 2025. Residents often cite issues with violent crime and property theft, contributing to its elevated perception of risk. While Memphis has historically suffered from high crime rates, recent data shows safety is improving. In 2024, total crime in Memphis dropped by roughly 13.3%, with homicide down about 30% and motor vehicle theft down nearly 39%. Rust Belt and Legacy Crime Centers Detroit (73.1) and Baltimore (72.7) continue to rank among the top three most dangerous cities in the index. Since 2008, both cities have struggled with the loss of key industries and jobs, eroding their economic base (and tax revenues). This fuels an increase in poverty rates, reduces the city’s capacity to respond, and destabilizes communities. Learn More on the Voronoi App If you enjoyed today’s post, check out Organized Crime Hot Spots Around the World on Voronoi, the new app from Visual Capitalist.

See more visuals like this on the Voronoi app. Use This Visualization Ranked: Europe’s Most Dangerous Cities, According to Citizens See visuals like this from many other data creators on our Voronoi app. Download it for free on iOS or Android and discover incredible data-driven charts from a variety of trusted sources. Key Takeaways Numbeo’s Crime Index is based on user surveys, scaled 0–100, and reflects perceptions of crime and safety rather than official statistics. Bradford, UK is the most dangerous city in Europe according to the latest mid-2025 crime rankings. At the country-level, France has the most cities in the top 30. Where do European’s feel the least safe? To answer this question, we visualized the results of Numbeo’s Crime Index, which reveals how people perceive safety in their own city as of mid-2025. Unlike official crime statistics, this index reflects public sentiment through crowdsourced surveys. Data & Discussion Numbeo’s City Crime Index uses a scale from 0 to 100, based on residents’ self-reported experiences and perceptions. The survey covers various aspects of crime, including: General perception of crime levels Perceived safety during day and night Concerns about specific crimes (mugging, robbery, car theft, physical attacks, etc) Severity of property crime (burglary, theft, vandalism) Severity of violent crime (assault, homicide, sexual offenses) As mentioned above, higher values indicate a stronger sense of insecurity among residents. Here’s how to interpret the scores: Very Low Crime: 20 and below Low Crime: 20.01-40 Moderate Crime: 40.01-60 High Crime: 60.01-80 Very High Crime: above 80 According to the mid-2025 rankings, the top five most dangerous cities in Europe are Bradford, Marseille, Coventry, Birmingham, and Naples. RankCityCountryCrime Index 1Bradford United Kingdom67.1 2Marseille France65.3 3Coventry United Kingdom65 4Birmingham United Kingdom64.4 5Naples Italy62.8 6Grenoble France61.2 7Montpellier France61.1 8Liège Belgium60.7 9Nantes France58.5 10Paris France58.1 11Lyon France57.5 12Manchester United Kingdom56.2 13Nice France55.8 14Malmö Sweden55.5 15London United Kingdom55.3 16Athens Greece55.3 17Amadora Portugal55.2 18Odessa (Odesa) Ukraine55.2 19Brussels Belgium54.9 20Dublin Ireland54 21Dnipro Ukraine53.9 22Milan Italy53 23Thessaloniki Greece52.5 24Turin Italy52 25Barcelona Spain51.7 26Nottingham United Kingdom51.2 27Bilbao Spain50.6 28Minsk Belarus50.5 29Drogheda Ireland50.5 30Bari Italy50.2 The UK Claims Four of the Top Five Four of the top five cities — Bradford, Coventry, Birmingham, and London — are located in the United Kingdom. Bradford leads the list with a Crime Index of 67.1, the highest in Europe. One area of concern is rising knife crime. In the year ending March 2024, there were roughly 50,500 offences involving a knife in England and Wales, up notably from 33,800 in 2011. Under current UK laws, individuals must be at least 18 years old to purchase a knife. France France accounts for seven of the top 10 entries, including Marseille, Grenoble, Montpellier, Nantes, Paris, Lyon, and Nice. Despite their cultural and economic prominence, these cities report strong local concerns about petty theft, vandalism, and other poverty-related issues. Marseille, in particular, remains associated with organized crime, while Paris struggles with perceptions of street crime in tourist areas. What the Crime Index Really Measures It’s important to remember that these are the most dangerous cities in Europe according to citizen perceptions, not official crime data. Factors such as media coverage, visible disorder, and local socioeconomic conditions can all influence these scores. Still, perception plays a major role in shaping city reputations, affecting tourism, investment, and migration decisions across Europe. Learn More on the Voronoi App If you enjoyed today’s post, check out The $3.1 Trillion Financial Crime Pandemic on Voronoi, the new app from Visual Capitalist.

See this visualization first on the Voronoi app. Use This Visualization Tesla Still Dominates with Nearly 50% of U.S. EV Sales This was originally posted on our Voronoi app. Download the app for free on iOS or Android and discover incredible data-driven charts from a variety of trusted sources. Key Takeaways Despite a sales decline, Tesla still controlled 48.5% of the U.S. EV sales in Q2 2025, with nearly 144,000 units sold, more than four times Chevrolet. As GM’s flagship brand, Chevrolet ranked #2 with 27,000+ sales. Including Cadillac and GMC, GM’s combined share reached 15.2% of the U.S. EV market, up from 10.8% in Q1. Ford vs. Hyundai for #3 — Behind Tesla and Chevrolet, Ford and Hyundai are neck-and-neck, holding 5.5% and 5.3% of the market, respectively. The U.S. electric vehicle market remains firmly under Tesla’s control, even as legacy automakers make gains. In Q2 2025, Tesla sold over 143,000 battery electric vehicles (BEVs), nearly half of all EVs sold in the country. The data for this visualization comes from CleanTechnica. Tesla Holds Nearly Half the U.S. Market Tesla continues to dominate with a 48.5% market share, delivering 143,535 units in Q2 2025. While this marks a slight decline from previous quarters, it still places Tesla far ahead of the competition. The company’s volume exceeds the next four brands combined, reinforcing its strong brand loyalty and established production capacity. RankBrandU.S. BEV Sales (Q2 2025) 1Tesla143,535 2Chevrolet27,135 3Ford16,438 4Hyundai15,564 5Cadillac11,795 6BMW11,094 7Rivian10,661 8Nissan9,073 9Honda6,756 10GMC6,032 11Audi5,654 12Acura5,522 13Kia4,975 14Mercedes4,613 15Other27,590 n/aTotal306,437 General Motors Grows to 15% Market Share GM has made significant strides. Chevrolet led GM’s EV push with 27,135 units sold, placing it second overall. When combined with Cadillac and GMC, GM’s share reaches 15.2%, up from 10.8% in the previous quarter. Ford and Hyundai Battle for Third Place Ford and Hyundai are neck-and-neck, holding 5.5% and 5.3% of the market, respectively. Ford sold just over 16,000 vehicles, while Hyundai sold more than 15,000. Both companies continue to expand their EV lineups and compete in the mid-market segment. Luxury and niche brands like BMW, Rivian, and Audi follow, but their volumes remain comparatively modest. Learn More on the Voronoi App If you enjoyed today’s post, check out The Best-Selling Cars in the U.S. So Far in 2025 on Voronoi, the new app from Visual Capitalist.

Published 3 hours ago on October 10, 2025 By Jenna Ross Graphics & Design Zack Aboulazm Twitter Facebook LinkedIn Reddit Pinterest Email The following content is sponsored by Citizens Bank Mapped: Check Fraud by State Key Takeaways On a population-adjusted basis, check fraud is highest in Delaware and South Dakota. The lowest rates of fraud are in Idaho and Wyoming. Check fraud is by far the most common type of fraud. In fact, it’s reported nearly twice as often as credit and debit card incidents and 2.5 times more often than automated clearing house (ACH) cases. But which states are hit the hardest? Created in partnership with Citizens Bank, this graphic is the second in our Checkmate on Checks series and breaks down check fraud on a population-adjusted basis. A State-by-State Look at Check Fraud We looked at check fraud that depository institutions reported to the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network. Given that states with higher populations would naturally experience more fraud reports, we’ve adjusted the data to show reports per 100,000 residents. StateCheck Fraud Reports per 100K Residents Delaware 1,793 South Dakota852 North Carolina559 Ohio448 Alabama416 Rhode Island383 Virginia325 Utah278 New York253 District of Columbia242 Illinois237 Georgia204 New Jersey190 Alaska180 California163 Florida163 North Dakota162 Texas157 Minnesota155 Maryland142 Pennsylvania127 Arkansas114 Nevada114 Connecticut113 South Carolina111 Massachusetts111 Indiana106 Mississippi104 Nebraska103 Tennessee102 Michigan97 Washington91 Hawaii91 Louisiana87 Missouri84 Montana81 Maine79 Oklahoma77 Arizona77 Wisconsin77 Oregon74 Kansas73 Kentucky73 West Virginia72 New Mexico71 Colorado68 Iowa67 New Hampshire58 Vermont58 Wyoming49 Idaho37 Source: U.S. Treasury Financial Crimes Enforcement Network, U.S. Census Bureau. Fraud data are the latest available from September 2024–August 2025, and population data are as of 2024. Delaware and South Dakota have the highest fraud rates. Both have relatively small populations and favorable regulations that have made them financial hubs. At the other end of the scale, Idaho and Wyoming have the lowest levels of fraud related to checks on a population-adjusted basis. Both states have very low population density, which would make them less of a target in the rising trend of mail theft.  What Companies Say About Check Usage Nearly half of companies still use checks, though this has decreased from 59% in 2024. Companies say checks are critical due to contractor, employee, and vendor preferences, along with fraud concerns. However, these fraud concerns may be misguided. Companies that use checks were more likely to experience fraud and, as mentioned at the start of this article, check fraud is by far the most common type that financial institutions report. Notably, many businesses do plan to transition to faster, more secure digital payments in the near future. In fact, a third of companies plan to switch to exclusively digital payments within the next year. See the latest payment trends in the free report from Citizens Bank. More from Citizens Bank Business2 weeks ago Charted: The End of the Line For Checks? Find out just how much check use has dropped in the last 25 years, as people move to faster and more secure digital payment methods. Technology8 months ago AI Stocks: The Capital-Raising Surge AI stocks captured investors’ interest in 2024, drawing a third of all VC funding. So, which companies are securing the biggest investments? Financing10 months ago Public vs. Privately-Held Companies: The Shifting Landscape Over the last 25 years, the number of public companies has dropped while the number of privately-held companies has risen. Subscribe Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Join 375,000+ email subscribers: *Sign Up

See more visuals like this on the Voronoi app. Use This Visualization Where Americans Can’t Afford Healthcare, Ranked by State See visuals like this from many other data creators on our Voronoi app. Download it for free on iOS or Android and discover incredible data-driven charts from a variety of trusted sources. Key Takeaways Southern states post higher shares of surveyed adults who said they skipped visiting the doctor due to cost reasons in 2023, per CDC data. Notable amongst them is Texas—highest of all the states—with 18% of respondents being unable to afford healthcare. Texas has one of the strictest Medicaid eligibility requirements, leaving many working-poor adults uninsured. If there are two issues that dominate America’s online discourse, they’re the soaring cost of housing and the even steeper price of staying healthy. The U.S. pours almost $13,000 per person into healthcare, yet average life expectancy is below nearly every other high-income nation. It’s a study of contrasts. The country boasts of state of the art facilities and cutting edge research, while nearly 10% of Americans can’t afford healthcare. This number comes from Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System (BRFSS) data that lists the share of surveyed adults who skipped seeing a doctor in 2023 because it simply cost too much. In the map and article below we break down the varying trends per state. Note: Source figures unavailable for Kentucky and Pennsylvania. Ranked: States Where Americans Skip the Doctor Texas leads the nation in not being able to afford healthcare. More than 18% of surveyed adults said skipped a doctor’s visit due to cost, far above the 10.6% U.S. median. RankState / TerritoryState CodeSkipped Doctor Due to Cost, 2023 (% surveyed)Total Surveyed 1TexasTX18.310,020 2Virgin IslandsVI17.22,050 3GeorgiaGA15.68,202 4NevadaNV15.22,645 5TennesseeTN14.95,615 6MississippiMS14.14,053 7ArkansasAR13.95,327 8AlabamaAL13.54,352 9OklahomaOK13.36,696 10FloridaFL12.913,209 11South CarolinaSC12.89,986 12West VirginiaWV12.54,328 13ArizonaAZ12.111,991 14ColoradoCO12.18,744 15WyomingWY124,465 16UtahUT11.711,116 17LouisianaLA11.55,364 18MissouriMO11.57,185 19IdahoID11.36,871 20AlaskaAK11.15,500 21KansasKS10.99,855 22New JerseyNJ10.89,286 23CaliforniaCA10.711,924 24New MexicoNM10.73,212 25North CarolinaNC10.74,082 26IllinoisIL10.65,267 27IndianaIN10.410,960 28South DakotaSD10.35,858 29OregonOR10.26,201 30District of ColumbiaDC9.83,198 31MontanaMT9.77,120 32New YorkNY9.717,269 33WashingtonWA9.726,348 34MarylandMD9.617,201 35OhioOH9.513,329 36MichiganMI9.29,948 37VirginiaVA9.26,957 38ConnecticutCT8.99,477 39NebraskaNE8.812,852 40DelawareDE8.74,271 41MaineME8.712,210 42MinnesotaMN8.616,111 43WisconsinWI8.512,775 44North DakotaND8.35,727 45Rhode IslandRI8.35,767 46Puerto RicoPR7.94,592 47New HampshireNH7.76,943 48IowaIA7.38,860 49MassachusettsMA7.19,482 50VermontVT77,611 51HawaiiHI6.77,818 N/AU.S. MedianUSA10.650 States Closely following are the U.S. Virgin Islands (17.2%), Georgia (15.6%), and Nevada (15.2%). However the map shows a clear clustering of the worst rates. Eight of the top 10 jurisdictions with the highest cost-related avoidance are in the South. This underlines how lower average incomes and higher uninsured rates compound affordability challenges. Related: See the most recent data for average incomes by state. Policymakers in these states have also been slower to expand Medicaid, a factor that researchers link to higher out-of-pocket burdens for residents. For example, Texas has one of the strictest Medicaid eligibility requirements. Adults under 65 who aren’t disabled or raising a child are ineligible for Medicaid regardless of how low their income is, per Healthinsurance.org. Even parents can only qualify if their household income is extremely low. This would make it impossible for parents to hold even part-time jobs, as they will lose health coverage if their earnings rise above the threshold. Related: Texas has a 13% poverty rate, 11th-highest in the country. Where Fewer Americans Skip the Doctor At the other end of the spectrum, Hawaii (6.7%), Vermont (7.0%), and Massachusetts (7.1%) report the lowest shares of adults dodging care for financial reasons. In Massachusetts’ case, a legacy of near-universal coverage dating back to its 2006 healthcare reform was a model for the Affordable Care Act. Interestingly, high-cost-of-living states like New York and California sit close to the national median, suggesting that robust insurance networks can offset other cost pressures. Related: Californians and New Yorkers have the lowest purchasing power in the U.S. With the federal Medicaid continuous-coverage provision now expired, analysts expect affordability gaps to widen unless state safety nets expand. Learn More on the Voronoi App If you enjoyed today’s post, check out How Often People Go to the Doctor, by Country on Voronoi, the new app from Visual Capitalist.

See more visualizations like this on the Voronoi app. Use This Visualization Visualizing the Top 40 Jobs at Risk From AI See visuals like this from many other data creators on our Voronoi app. Download it for free on iOS or Android and discover incredible data-driven charts from a variety of trusted sources. Key Takeaways Interpreters and translators had the highest job exposure to AI, along with several knowledge occupations. Passenger attendants and sales representatives also ranked in the top five most exposed. AI adoption is growing rapidly worldwide, with machines having a growing capability of performing work tasks that overlap with a number of occupations. It’s still the Wild West out there, and it’s unclear exactly how AI will ultimately affect the workplace. Will it become our assistant for everything, or will it eliminate jobs entirely? This graphic is based on data from Microsoft Research, which analyzed how people used AI and how closely these tasks correspond with occupational activities. The Data Behind Jobs at Risk from AI For the analysis, Microsoft assessed 200,000 U.S. user conversations on Copilot in 2024. Conversations were measured by how well AI performed tasks. Secondly, it analyzed a task’s applicability to each job. Each job was then given an overall score based on these metrics, where a higher score indicated higher exposure to AI. Job title Overall scoreNumber of people employed in the U.S. Interpreters and Translators0.4951,560 Historians0.483,040 Passenger Attendants0.4720,190 Sales Representatives of Services0.461,142,020 Writers and Authors0.4549,450 CNC Tool Programmers0.4428,030 Customer Service Representatives0.442,858,710 Telephone Operators0.424,600 Farm and Home Management Educators0.418,110 Broadcast Announcers and Radio DJs0.4125,070 Brokerage Clerks0.4148,060 Ticket Agents and Travel Clerks0.41119,270 Concierges0.441,020 Telemarketers0.481,580 Mathematicians0.392,220 Political Scientists0.395,580 News Analysts, Reporters, Journalists0.3945,020 Proofreaders and Copy Markers0.385,490 Technical Writers0.3847,970 Business Teachers, Postsecondary0.3782,980 Editors0.3795,700 Hosts and Hostesses0.37425,020 Statistical Assistants0.367,200 New Accounts Clerks0.3641,180 Demonstrators and Product Promoters0.3650,790 Advertising Sales Agents0.36108,100 Data Scientists0.36192,710 Public Relations Specialists0.36275,550 Counter and Rental Clerks0.36390,300 Geographers0.351,460 Models0.353,090 Archivists0.357,150 Economics Teachers, Postsecondary0.3512,210 Switchboard Operators0.3543,830 Web Developers0.3585,350 Public Safety Telecommunicators0.3597,820 Personal Financial Advisors0.35272,190 Management Analysts0.35838,140 Market Research Analysts0.35846,370 Library Science Teachers, Postsecondary0.344,220 Interpreters and translators rank first overall, as 98% of work functions corresponded with Copilot conversations with relatively strong completion rates. As we can see, several knowledge workers like historians and writers had high levels of overlap. Meanwhile, passenger attendants and customer service representatives—which together represent nearly three million jobs in America—rank among the top 10. Interestingly, hosts and hostesses illustrated a high exposure, however whether both restaurant owners and customers would enjoy a machine performing functions in a dining environment remains questionable, at least in today’s world. Learn More on the Voronoi App To learn more about this topic, check out this graphic on the jobs that are safest from AI.