See this visualization first on the Voronoi app. Use This Visualization Mapped: Nursing Graduates by Country 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 Australia (112) and Switzerland (110) lead the world in nursing graduates per capita, far exceeding the average of 44 per 100,000 inhabitants. Other high-ranking countries include South Korea (96), Norway (84), and Iceland (78), showing strong investments in healthcare training pipelines. At the lower end, Colombia (9), Luxembourg (10), and Italy (17) report the fewest graduates per capita, signaling possible long-term healthcare workforce challenges. Nurses are the backbone of modern healthcare, playing a critical role in everything from primary care to emergency response. As global populations age and demand for care grows, training the next generation of nurses has become a priority for many countries. This map shows the number of nursing graduates per 100,000 inhabitants using data from the OECD. No data was available for the OECD countries Canada, Costa Rica, Greece, and the UK. Countries Leading in Nursing Graduates Per Capita The data for this table comes from OECD and measures the annual number of nursing graduates relative to each country’s population, providing insight into how well nations are preparing their healthcare workforce. CountryNursing Graduates per 100,000 Inhabitants Australia112 Switzerland110 Korea96 Norway84 Iceland78 Finland74 United States73 Netherlands63 New Zealand53 Japan52 Denmark49 Germany44 Austria43 Belgium42 Sweden41 France41 Chile37 Czechia36 Israel35 Slovenia33 Ireland32 Estonia30 Hungary30 Lithuania28 Portugal28 Slovak Rep.26 Spain24 Latvia20 Poland20 Türkiye19 Mexico18 Italy17 Luxembourg10 Colombia9 Australia and Switzerland top the chart with 112 and 110 nursing graduates per 100,000 people respectively—more than double the OECD average of 44. These high numbers suggest well-developed training systems, likely supported by substantial public investment and healthcare infrastructure. South Korea (96), Norway (84), and Iceland (78) also rank highly, further showcasing the emphasis on workforce sustainability in countries with advanced healthcare systems. Countries Lagging Behind in Nurses Some countries face significantly lower nursing graduate rates. Colombia (9) and Luxembourg (10) sit at the bottom, while Italy (17) also lags far behind. These figures could point to future workforce shortages, especially as these countries face aging populations and rising healthcare needs. Other countries like Spain (24) and Portugal (28) also fall below average, raising questions about the scalability of their healthcare systems in the coming decades. Learn More on the Voronoi App If you enjoyed this post, check out The Countries With the Best Healthcare Coverage on Voronoi, the new app from Visual Capitalist.

See this visualization first on the Voronoi app. Use This Visualization Visualized: Desktop vs. Mobile Global Web Traffic Over Time 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 In January 2009, desktop devices accounted for 99.3% of global web traffic, while mobile devices made up just 0.7%. By October 2016, mobile traffic overtook desktop for the first time, marking a pivotal shift in how people access the internet. As of July 2025, mobile accounts for 60.5% of global web traffic, compared to 39.5% for desktop, signaling the enduring dominance of mobile-first browsing in the post-smartphone era. The way people access and browse the internet has changed dramatically over the past two decades. Mobile internet usage on smartphones and tablets has surged from a minor share of web traffic to becoming the dominant access method worldwide. The data also reflects technological advances, shifting user behavior, and the widespread adoption of smartphones. This visualization uses the latest data from Statcounter to show the global monthly share of web traffic split between desktop and mobile platforms over the previous 16 years, with the mobile category including tablets. Desktop Web Browsing Dominance at the Start This table compares global web traffic by platform, desktop vs. mobile, from 2009 to 2025, with 2025’s data as of July. YearDesktop share of global web browsing (%)Mobile share of global web browsing (%) 200999.3%0.7% 201098.4%1.6% 201195.7%4.3% 201291.5%8.5% 201382.4%17.6% 201472.0%28.1% 201562.4%37.6% 201655.9%44.1% 201745.3%54.7% 201843.9%56.1% 201947.0%53.0% 202045.3%54.7% 202141.5%58.6% 202242.5%57.5% 202339.4%60.6% 202439.8%60.2% 202539.5%60.5% In January 2009, desktop computers accounted for a staggering 99.3% of global web traffic. Mobile phones made up just 0.7%. At the time, smartphones were still a novelty, and most internet use happened on personal computers. Laptops and desktops were essential tools for online activity, whether at work or home. Mobile devices were limited by data speeds, small screens, and app ecosystems that were still evolving. The Mobile Crossover Point in Web Traffic By October 2016, mobile traffic surpassed desktop for the first time, marking a significant turning point. This shift coincided with the rise of faster mobile networks, cheaper smartphones, and more responsive web design. Apps and mobile-first platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and WhatsApp also played a role in driving mobile usage. Many users in emerging markets skipped desktops altogether, going online for the first time via mobile. Mobile’s Ongoing Web Browsing Dominance As of July 2025, mobile accounts for 60.5% of global web traffic, while desktop has dropped to 39.5%. The dominance of mobile is firm in regions like Asia and Africa, where mobile-first experiences are standard. Even in developed markets, mobile usage continues to expand thanks to 5G networks and enhanced mobile integrations and applications. Desktop still holds ground in workplaces and for specific tasks, but the trend is clear—mobile internet browsing is the future. Learn More on the Voronoi App If you enjoyed this post, check out The Most Popular Phone Brands in the U.S. on Voronoi, the new app from Visual Capitalist.

See this visualization first on the Voronoi app. Use This Visualization Ranked: U.S. Cities With the Highest Cost of Groceries 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 Honolulu, HI has the most expensive grocery costs in the nation, with prices more than 20% higher than in New York City as of mid-year 2025. San Francisco, CA ranks in second, hovering just above New York, NY. Grocery bills vary dramatically across the U.S., and some cities are feeling the pinch more than others. Adding to the strain are record meat prices, driving up up food price inflation 3% compared to June of last year. Meanwhile, vegetable prices are spiking as farmers struggle with labor shortages amid rising deportations. This visualization ranks the top 20 American cities with the highest cost of groceries, based on data from Numbeo. America’s Top 20 Cities by Cost of Groceries For the rankings, each city’s grocery index is compared against New York City, which is used as a baseline of 100: RankCityGroceries Index Mid-Year 2025 1Honolulu, HI120.2 2San Francisco, CA100.1 3New York, NY100 4Seattle, WA95.3 5Boston, MA90.5 6San Jose, CA89.8 7Washington, DC87.2 8Philadelphia, PA85.7 9Pittsburgh, PA83.1 10Sacramento, CA81.8 11Los Angeles, CA81.7 12Minneapolis, MN81.1 13Chicago, IL80.4 14Atlanta, GA79.9 15Baltimore, MD77.7 16Charlotte, NC77.3 17Denver, CO77 18Spokane, WA76.5 19Miami, FL75.8 20Raleigh, NC74.9 Honolulu, Hawaii ranks far above all other U.S. cities with a groceries index of 120.2. That’s over 20% more than in New York City, the benchmark. As an island state, Hawaii faces higher import and transportation costs, driving up the price of food staples. The state’s geographic isolation continues to make everyday goods, including groceries, particularly expensive. Meanwhile, California and Washington state are well-represented in the top 20. San Francisco (100.1), San Jose (89.8), Sacramento (81.8), and Los Angeles (81.7) all make the list, as does Seattle (95.3) and Spokane (76.5). These cities are known for higher costs of living in general, and groceries are no exception. Limited space for agriculture and strong demand from dense populations contribute to elevated food prices. Learn More on the Voronoi App If you enjoyed today’s post, check out this graphic on the top 10 states with the highest cost of living on Voronoi, the new app from Visual Capitalist.

See this visualization first on the Voronoi app. Ranked: Countries With the Most Nuclear Warheads 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 Russia and the U.S. have the world’s largest nuclear warhead inventories by a large margin. China has grown its stockpile by 100 warheads since 2024, representing 20% growth. India is the only other country to have increased its arsenal, adding 8 to its total. As global tensions simmer, nuclear arsenals remain a critical measure of strategic influence. Their distribution tells a story of power, deterrence, and geopolitical priorities. In this visualization, we rank the world’s nuclear powers by their warhead stockpiles as of January 2025. Note that these figures only include deployed warheads and warheads in central storage. Data & Discussion The data for this visualization comes from SIPRI, accessed via Statista. It ranks the countries with the most nuclear warheads in 2025, and compares those estimates to those from 2024. CountryWarheads (as of Jan 2025)Change Since 2024 Russia4,309-71 United States3,700-8 China600+100 France2900 United Kingdom2250 India180+8 Pakistan1700 Israel900 North Korea500 Russia and the U.S. Still Dominate Despite recent reductions, Russia and the United States together account for over 80% of global nuclear warheads. Russia leads with 4,309 warheads, while the U.S. follows with 3,700. This dominance is a Cold War legacy, reflecting decades of nuclear buildup and strategic deterrence planning. America’s nuclear arsenal peaked at 31,255 warheads in 1967, while the Soviet Union is estimated to have reached 40,000 warheads in 1986. China’s Recent Buildup China’s stockpile increased by 100 warheads in just one year, growing from 500 to 600—representing a 20% jump. While still far behind the U.S. and Russia, this sharp rise signals a strategic shift. China’s nuclear doctrine, once restrained, now appears to be evolving in response to regional and global dynamics. This trend is raising concerns among defense analysts about future arms races in the Indo-Pacific region. Other Nuclear Powers Stay Steady France, the UK, and Israel saw no change in their arsenals from 2024, though France has recently launched a program to produce a new generation of warheads. India added eight warheads, bringing its total to 180, while Pakistan held steady at 170. North Korea, whose arsenal is highly secretive, remains estimated at 50 warheads. Learn More on the Voronoi App If you enjoyed today’s post, check out The Status Of The UN’s Treaty Banning Nuclear Weapons on Voronoi, the new app from Visual Capitalist.

See this visualization first on the Voronoi app. Global AI Survey: How 21 Countries View Artificial Intelligence 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 Among the 21 countries captured in a global AI survey, India, Kenya, and Brazil had the highest share of people with a “very positive” view of AI. Meanwhile, in advanced economies like the U.S., Japan, and Germany, the majority of respondents had a neutral view of AI. Artificial Intelligence (AI) is reshaping industries, governments, and societies—but how do people around the world actually feel about that? In this visualization, we show public attitudes towards artificial intelligence across 21 countries, based on a global AI survey of over 1,000 people in each country. Respondents were asked to rate their overall opinion on AI, ranging from “very positive” to “very negative”. Data & Discussion The data for this visualization comes from the Global Public Opinion on Artificial Intelligence (GPO-AI), published by the Schwartz Resiman Institute for Technology and Society. CountryVery PositiveFairly PositiveNeutralFairly NegativeVery Negative India43311366 Kenya29461474 Brazil27342784 Pakistan26392285 Mexico24323473 Indonesia20511693 South Africa194125105 China18483021 Global163431126 Argentina16363694 U.S.1221341915 France1121352013 Portugal113627187 Chile11324673 Germany102540169 Italy103534166 Canada927361711 Spain93039157 Poland93240136 Japan83344114 U.K.825352210 Australia728341911 Emerging Economies Lead in AI Optimism India topped the global AI survey with 43% of respondents expressing a “very positive” opinion of AI. Kenya (29%) and Brazil (27%) followed closely behind. These results suggest that populations in emerging economies are more enthusiastic about the potential benefits of AI—perhaps due to expectations for job creation, economic development, or improvements in public services. Neutral Sentiment in Advanced Economies In contrast, a majority in developed countries held neutral views. In Japan, 44% of people said they felt neutral about AI, followed by Germany (40%) and Poland (40%). This more cautious stance could reflect greater exposure to discussions on AI ethics, job displacement, and regulation. Negative Views Strongest in the West The U.S., France, and Australia reported the highest shares of negative sentiment. For instance, 34% of U.S. respondents had either a “fairly” or “very negative” view of AI. Such skepticism might be tied to political divides, concerns about misinformation, or fears of job loss in white-collar industries. Learn More on the Voronoi App If you enjoyed today’s post, check out Capital Expenditure by Hyperscalers on Voronoi, the new app from Visual Capitalist.

See this visualization first on the Voronoi app. Use This Visualization Mapped: Global Vehicle Production by Country 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 produced nearly three times as many cars as the U.S., highlighting its massive scale. Emerging markets like India and Mexico are solidifying their positions as automotive powerhouses, reflecting shifting supply chains and growing domestic demand in the Global South. The world produced over 92 million vehicles in 2024, with China, the U.S., and Japan leading the totals. While these three countries accounted for 54% of all vehicles built, emerging markets like India, Mexico, and Brazil are also climbing the rankings. In this visualization, we map global vehicle production by country, highlighting the industry’s hotspots. Data & Discussion The data for this visualization comes from OICA. The table below also includes year-over-year changes for each country. CountryTotal% Change China31,281,5924% U.S.10,562,188-12% Japan8,234,681-9% India6,014,6913% Mexico4,202,6424% South korea4,127,252-3% Germany4,069,222-1% Brazil2,549,59510% Spain2,376,504-3% Thailand1,468,997-20% Czech republic1,458,8924% Turkey1,365,296-7% Canada1,342,647-14% Indonesia1,196,664-14% Slovakia993,000-8% Russia982,66535% France910,243-10% UK905,233-1% Malaysia790,3472% South africa599,755-5% Italy591,067-32% Romania560,1029% Morocco559,6455% Poland555,346-9% Argentina506,571-17% Hungary437,045-14% Uzbekistan429,3641% Portugal332,5465% Taiwan275,156-4% Belgium240,366-28% Kazakhstan144,624-2% Austria71,785-37% Slovenia60,9030% Finland22,384-26% Other2,285,328 Total92,504,338-1% The Top Three China produced over 31 million vehicles in 2024, which is more than the U.S. and Japan combined. This massive scale is underpinned by strong domestic demand, rapid electric vehicle adoption, and a growing export network. The U.S. and Japan are the world’s next biggest automakers, though both saw a dip in production compared to 2023. It’s interesting to note how production can also differ between countries. For example, the majority of Chinese production is passenger cars (27.5 million) rather than commercial vehicles (3.8 million). The U.S. is the opposite, producing 9.1 million commercial vehicles and only 1.4 million passenger cars throughout 2024. Growth in the Global South Emerging markets are cementing their status as major automotive manufacturing hubs. Their growth is fueled by rising income levels, regional trade deals, and the relocation of supply chains from higher-cost regions. For example, Mexico has become a major production base for brands like BMW, which inaugurated its San Luis Potosí plant in 2019 to produce the 3 Series, 2 Series Coupe, and M2. Tesla is also planning a Gigafactory Mexico, which is scheduled to begin construction in 2026. Russia’s Production Rebounds Russia posted the highest year-over-year production growth rate in 2024, at 35%. The departure of Western carmakers has created a production gap in the country, which is being filled by domestic and Chinese brands. As of 2023, LADA is Russia’s most popular car brand with a 30.7% market share, followed by Chinese brands like Chery (11.2%), Haval (10.6%), and Geely (8.8%). Learn More on the Voronoi App If you enjoyed today’s post, check out EV Market Share by Country on Voronoi, the new app from Visual Capitalist.

See this visualization first on the Voronoi app. Use This Visualization Mapped: States With the Highest Income in 2024 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 Residents in D.C. lead at $108,233 per capita personal income in 2024, followed by Massachusetts ($93,927) and Connecticut ($93,235). The West Coast shows strong performance with California ($85,518) and Washington ($83,938) ranked sixth and eighth respectively. Personal income levels across the U.S. vary widely, shaped by differences in industries, costs of living, and economic growth. This map lists states by their per capita personal income, showing where residents, on average, earn the most. The data for this visualization comes from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, compiled by StatsAmerica. These figures include pre-tax earnings from: wages, insurance & government business & rental income, interest, and dividends, unadjusted for living costs. It does not include capital gains from selling stock. Ranked: U.S. States With the Highest Income in 2024 Washington, D.C. holds the highest per capita personal income in the nation at $108,233, boosted by a concentration of high-paying government, legal, and consulting jobs. RankStateCodePer Capita Personal Income (2024) 1DCDC$108,233 2MassachusettsMA$93,927 3ConnecticutCT$93,235 4WyomingWY$85,945 5New YorkNY$85,733 6CaliforniaCA$85,518 7New JerseyNJ$84,071 8WashingtonWA$83,938 9New HampshireNH$82,878 10ColoradoCO$82,705 11MarylandMD$78,538 12VirginiaVA$77,093 13AlaskaAK$75,247 14MinnesotaMN$74,943 15IllinoisIL$74,197 16South DakotaSD$73,959 17NebraskaNE$71,859 18PennsylvaniaPA$71,148 19North DakotaND$70,966 20OregonOR$70,685 21FloridaFL$70,390 22VermontVT$70,086 23Rhode IslandRI$69,936 24HawaiiHI$69,520 25DelawareDE$69,282 26NevadaNV$68,657 27MaineME$68,129 28KansasKS$68,038 29TexasTX$67,942 30MontanaMT$67,615 31WisconsinWI$67,586 32UtahUT$66,443 33TennesseeTN$64,908 34North CarolinaNC$64,855 35MissouriMO$64,740 36ArizonaAZ$64,456 37OhioOH$64,225 38IndianaIN$63,802 39IowaIA$63,573 40MichiganMI$63,221 41OklahomaOK$62,661 42GeorgiaGA$62,393 43IdahoID$61,836 44LouisianaLA$61,332 45South CarolinaSC$59,995 46ArkansasAR$59,663 47New MexicoNM$57,652 48KentuckyKY$57,526 49AlabamaAL$56,684 50West VirginiaWV$55,138 51MississippiMS$52,017 Massachusetts follows at $93,927, powered by its robust education, healthcare, and tech sectors. Connecticut, with its strong finance and insurance industries, comes in third at $93,235. All three leaders are at nearly twice the income last-ranked Mississippi ($52,017), reflecting the impact of specialized, high-skill industries on local income levels. Meanwhile, New York ($85,733), New Jersey ($84,071), and New Hampshire ($82,878) keep the broader Northeast near the top of the distribution. America’s West: The Tech Juggernaut California ($85,518) and Washington ($83,938) both place in the top 10 states by income. Their high incomes are linked to thriving technology and innovation economies, with major employers like Apple, Microsoft, and Google anchoring the regions. These states also attract high-skilled migrants, further boosting wage levels. American South Incomes Still Underperform The bottom of the ranking is dominated by Southern states, with Mississippi at $52,017 and West Virginia at $55,138. Lower wages, coupled with economies centered on agriculture and lower-wage manufacturing, contribute to these figures. These same states also have a higher rate of poverty, but also a lower cost of living. Learn More on the Voronoi App If you enjoyed today’s post, check out Mapped: The Purchasing Power of $100 in Each U.S. State on Voronoi, the new app from Visual Capitalist.

See this visualization first on the Voronoi app. Use This Visualization Visualizing the World’s AI Computing Hubs 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 Only 33 nations worldwide host data centers capable of training or inferencing AI, with just 24 having “training-relevant” AI compute needed for advanced models. In a cloud region with AI accelerators, interconnected data centers house specialized AI chips such as Nvidia GPUs. The U.S. and China/Hong Kong lead globally in AI compute by a significant margin. Today, global AI computing resources are clearly concentrated in the U.S. and China. Together, the two countries host 50 of the world’s 132 AI accelerator-enabled cloud regions. Given rising demand for AI systems, several countries are ramping up investment in local AI infrastructure, much of this in partnership with Nvidia. This graphic shows AI computing hubs by country, based on data from the University of Oxford. Ranked: AI Computing Clusters by Country Below, we show the number of AI accelerator-enabled cloud regions by country: CountryNumber of AI Accelerator-enabled Cloud Regions United States26 China / Hong Kong24 Germany7 Singapore6 India5 United Kingdom5 France5 Canada5 South Africa4 South Korea4 Japan4 Italy4 Australia4 Ireland3 UAE3 Sweden2 Poland2 Netherlands2 Israel2 Switzerland2 Brazil2 Taiwan1 Thailand1 Saudi Arabia1 Norway1 Malaysia1 Indonesia1 Spain1 Chile1 Bahrain1 Belgium1 Austria1 Today, the U.S. and China are the only countries globally with AI accelerators—specialized chips like Nvidia GPUs—from domestic suppliers. In fact, over 95% of the world’s AI accelerators are powered by U.S. chipmakers. As a result “compute sovereignty” is highly uneven globally, with the vast majority of nations having no AI infrastructure at all. More recently, the European Commission slotted $23 billion for creating five AI gigafactories. Meanwhile, the UAE is investing $1.4 trillion in AI infrastructure to drive economic transformation. Overall, Nvidia says that 20 countries so far are expressing interest in AI sovereignty initiatives, including France, Germany, and Indonesia. Learn More on the Voronoi App To learn more about this topic from a revenue perspective, check out this graphic on how Nvidia makes its billions.

See this visualization first on the Voronoi app. Mapped: Farmland by State 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 Farmland covers 876 million acres, or 39% of U.S. land. Great Plains states dominate: Nebraska tops the list at 89.5% farmland. Much of the vast space of the U.S. is occupied by farmland, which produces many of the most demanded commodities. But which states have the most of their area used by farms? The map uses the latest data from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to show the share of each state’s land area used for farming. The Breadbasket’s Farmland Dominance From the nation’s agricultural core to coastal outliers, this table shows each state’s “farms’ share of state land area,” a comparable measure that helps explain where farming is most land-intensive. StateFarms' Share of State's Land Area Alabama26.5% Alaska0.2% Arizona34.4% Arkansas40.8% California23.8% Colorado44.2% Connecticut11.9% Delaware41.7% Florida28.3% Georgia26.9% Hawaii25.5% Idaho21.7% Illinois74% Indiana63.2% Iowa83.9% Kansas85.6% Kentucky49.1% Louisiana28.9% Maine6.1% Maryland32.2% Massachusetts9.4% Michigan26% Minnesota49.8% Mississippi34% Missouri61.1% Montana61.6% Nebraska89.5% Nevada8.4% New Hampshire7.3% New Jersey14.9% New Mexico50.1% New York21.6% North Carolina26% North Dakota87.2% Ohio51.6% Oklahoma74.9% Oregon24.9% Pennsylvania24.8% Rhode Island9.1% South Carolina23.9% South Dakota87.2% Tennessee40.5% Texas74.8% Utah20% Vermont20.3% Virginia28.9% Washington32.4% West Virginia22.8% Wisconsin39.8% Wyoming46.3% Together, U.S. farms account for roughly 39% of the country’s land area—about 876 million acres. Nebraska ranks first with 89.5% of its land in farms. North Dakota and South Dakota follow closely at 87.2% each. Kansas (85.6%) and Iowa (83.9%) round out the top five, reflecting deep prairie soils and flat terrain that support large-scale row crops. Oklahoma (74.9%), Texas (74.8%), and Illinois (74.0%) are also high, underscoring how the Great Plains and Midwest anchor U.S. agricultural land and industry. Where Farmland Is Scarce in the U.S. Alaska sits at the bottom with just 0.2% of land in farms. Short growing seasons and limited arable land are key factors, even with long summer daylight. New England and parts of the coastal Northeast are also low: Maine (6.1%), New Hampshire (7.3%), Rhode Island (9.1%), and Massachusetts (9.4%). Dense populations, forest cover, and competing land uses reduce the agricultural industry’s footprint in these states. Why Farmland Varies So Much Across the U.S. Agricultural land share reflects climate, soils, and topography. The prairie states combine fertile mollisol soils with broad, relatively flat landscapes—ideal for mechanized farming. In the arid Southwest, irrigation enables significant farming but limits the share of land used: New Mexico is about 50.1% while Arizona is 34.4%. In Alaska, farms face a narrow 90–120 day growing window despite long summer daylight, keeping farmland’s footprint tiny. Altogether, these regional constraints create the striking “belt” of high farm shares through the center of the country. Learn More on the Voronoi App If you enjoyed today’s post, check out the share of U.S. livestock that is factory farmed on Voronoi, the new app from Visual Capitalist.

See this visualization first on the Voronoi app. Use This Visualization Visualizing Trump’s Federal Layoffs 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 The Trump administration has slashed the federal workforce, with the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) losing about 10,000 workers, the highest number overall. Roughly 5,400 people have been fired at the Defense Department, equal to 0.8% of employees, resulting in the second-largest cuts by headcount. More recently, the State Department terminated 9% of its staff. Does cutting government headcount make it work more effectively? From firing inspectors-general, to mass layoffs in the Department of Education, the federal workforce is being scaled back. So far, the Supreme Court has ruled in favor of 12 of these terminations, while scores of workers are leaving voluntarily. This graphic shows Trump’s federal layoffs, based on data from CNN. Ranked: Federal Layoffs by Agency in 2025 In the table below, we show more than 51,000 federal job cuts as of July 14, 2025: AgencyShare of Agency FiredNumber of Employees Fired US Agency for International Development100.0%10K Institute of Museum and Library Services100.0%75 Consumer Financial Protection Bureau86.4%1.5K Agency for Global Media84.8%1.4K AmeriCorps84.4%650 HUD Community Planning and Development83.3%780 Small Business Administration41.5%2.7K Education33.3%1.4K Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation18.6%2.4K Food and Drug Administration16.7%5.3K Centers for Disease Control and Prevention12.7%1.6K Geological Survey10.0%1K State9.3%1.4K Forest Service8.8%3.5K General Services Administration8.6%1.6K Internal Revenue Service7.4%7.3K Energy5.8%1K National Institutes of Health5.7%1.2K Central Intelligence Agency5.5%1.2K National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration5.4%675 Bureau of the Fiscal Service5.1%169 Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services4.6%at least 300 National Park Service4.6%1K Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency3.8%more than 130 Bureau of Engraving and Printing2.5%48 Science and Technology Directorate2.3%10 Office of the Comptroller of the Currency2.0%73 Labor1.2%170 Federal Aviation Administration0.9%400 Defense0.8%5.4K Federal Emergency Management Agency0.8%over 200 Mint0.5%8 Transportation Security Administration0.4%243 Citizenship and Immigration Services0.2%under 50 So far, 34 agencies or sub-agencies have made job cuts either through layoffs or notices of termination. As a result, Washington D.C. is home to the highest number of layoffs in the country in 2025, with six agencies seeing at least 80% of their workforce eliminated. Most notably, USAID’s closure resulted in about 10,000 layoffs, with 83% of its programs being shut down. Over the past 20 years, the agency has prevented 91 million deaths in emerging and developing economies through humanitarian, health care, and nutrition funding initiatives. Meanwhile, the Small Business Administration cut about 42% of its workforce, equal to approximately 2,700 employees. Even more staggeringly, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) cut 86.4% of its staff. The CFPB regulates financial markets, including banks, credit card companies and mortgage lenders. For perspective, the federal headcount stood at about three million employees in early 2025, with 50% working in the sector for more than 10 years. Overall, the U.S. ranks 11th out of 80 countries by share of government workers per capita, based on 2023 figures. Learn More on the Voronoi App To learn more about this topic from a revenue perspective, check out this graphic on how Nvidia makes its billions.

See this visualization first on the Voronoi app. Use This Visualization Mapped: Where ChatGPT is Banned 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 ChatGPT is banned or unavailable in 20 countries due to government censorship or privacy laws. Some regions are excluded not by government action, but because OpenAI does not support accounts there. Governments around the world are taking different stances on artificial intelligence tools like ChatGPT. While some embrace the technology, others have restricted or outright banned access due to political, cultural, or security concerns. In 2025, ChatGPT remains unavailable in 20 countries. In this visualization, we highlight where ChatGPT is banned, as well as places where OpenAI does not offer service. Data & Discussion The data for this visualization comes from a list compiled by Cybernews, which we referenced with an official OpenAI list of supported countries. CountryStatus ChinaBlocked by government North KoreaBlocked by government IranBlocked by government CubaBlocked by government SyriaBlocked by government RussiaBlocked by government AfghanistanBlocked by government Central African RepublicBlocked by government EritreaBlocked by government LibyaBlocked by government South SudanBlocked by government SudanBlocked by government YemenBlocked by government BhutanBlocked by government EswatiniBlocked by government ChadBlocked by government BurundiBlocked by government DRCBlocked by government Hong KongNot supported by OpenAI BelarusNot supported by OpenAI Government-Imposed Bans Many of the bans are found in countries with strict internet control, such as China, North Korea, and Iran. These governments limit access to foreign digital platforms, often citing information control and political stability as reasons. In China, for example, users have access to several LLMs that were developed by domestic companies, including Alibaba’s Qwen, DeepSeek, Baichuan, and Tencent-backed Hunyuan. Meanwhile, in conflict zones like Syria, Afghanistan, and Yemen, bans are linked to both security concerns and limited infrastructure. Unsupported Regions Not all countries on the list have active bans. In places like Hong Kong and Belarus, the service is unavailable because OpenAI does not support accounts there. These exclusions are often due to business, regulatory, or legal complexities rather than explicit censorship. Learn More on the Voronoi App If you enjoyed today’s post, check out the AI “Big Bang” Study 2025 on Voronoi, the new app from Visual Capitalist.

See this visualization first on the Voronoi app. Both U.S. Political Parties Have a History of Gerrymandering 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. Both Republicans and Democrats have engaged in gerrymandering, earning “poor” partisan fairness scores in multiple states. The Princeton Gerrymandering Project uses simulations and expert analysis to grade states’ redistricting maps. States like Texas (Republican) and Illinois (Democrat) showcase extreme partisan advantages in their district boundaries. Gerrymandering, the practice of drawing political district lines to favor one party over another, has long been a controversial fixture of U.S. politics. While it’s often portrayed as the tactic of one political side, recent data shows that both Republicans and Democrats have been guilty of it. The result? A distorted democratic process where electoral outcomes may not accurately reflect the will of voters. According to the Princeton Gerrymandering Project, visualized above by Statista, such manipulation of district boundaries undermines fair representation, contributing to why the U.S. is ranked as a “flawed democracy” globally. Here are the states that received a D or F grade in the Princeton Gerrymandering Project’s Redistricting Report Card: StateOverall ScorePartisan Advantage FloridaF Republicans GeorgiaF Republicans IllinoisF Democrats KansasF Republicans LouisianaFNone NevadaF Democrats North CarolinaF Republicans South CarolinaF Republicans TexasF Republicans UtahF Republicans WisconsinF Republicans New MexicoD Democrats OhioD Republicans OregonD Democrats The data reveals that partisan gerrymandering isn’t a regional or partisan anomaly. States like Texas, Georgia, and Florida — controlled by Republicans — earned poor fairness grades. On the other side, Democratic-led states like Illinois, Maryland, and Oregon also failed the fairness test. How the Redistricting Report Card Works The Princeton Gerrymandering Project analyzes newly drawn district maps using algorithmic simulations and feedback from a panel of 75 redistricting experts. The maps are graded for partisan fairness, competitiveness, and geographic compactness. A “poor” partisan fairness score suggests that one party has engineered the lines in a way that tilts the playing field, often locking in an advantage for years. Egregious Examples from Both Parties In Texas, Republican-controlled redistricting heavily altered the boundaries around Houston, the state’s largest urban area. By splitting Harris County into multiple districts that each extend far into rural, conservative areas, lawmakers effectively diluted the influence of the city’s predominantly Democratic voters — a tactic known as “cracking.” Meanwhile in Illinois, Democrats used their control over the map-drawing process to reshape districts around Chicago. One striking example (which has since been redrawn) was the 4th Congressional District, often called the “earmuffs” district, which connected two distant Latino communities with a thin strip of land, while isolating Republican-leaning suburbs. This unusual configuration helped secure Democratic seats while minimizing Republican competitiveness in the region. Why Gerrymandering Hurts Democracy When electoral maps are drawn for political advantage, the result is often less responsive government. Safe seats encourage political extremism, reduce bipartisan compromise, and weaken the connection between constituents and their elected officials. Over time, this erodes trust in democratic institutions — a problem that public opinion surveys suggest many Americans already feel keenly. Learn More on the Voronoi App Check out More Than Half Of America Thinks The Nation Needs A Third Major Political Party to see how public frustration with the two-party system is growing.

See this visualization first on the Voronoi app. Use This Visualization Visualizing Apple’s Q3 2025 Revenue 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 Apple reported strong results for Q3 2025, with total revenue growing 10% year over year to $94B. Apple’s main growth drivers were iPhone, Services, and Mac. Strong iPhone sales are partly due to customers upgrading before tariffs come into effect. Apple’s Q3 2025 earnings (quarter ending June 28, 2025) were largely a success, with the company posting its highest revenue growth since December 2021. Overall revenues were $94 billion, up 10% from the same quarter last year. Much of this momentum came from the iPhone product line, boosted by consumers upgrading ahead of anticipated tariff hikes. Data & Discussion The data for this visualization comes from the company’s latest earnings report. We used it to visualize Apple’s Q3 2025 revenue by product line, along with year-over-year growth rates. ProductQ3 RevenueYoY Growth (%) iPhone$44.6B13.5% Services$27.4B13.3% Mac$8.0B14.8% Wearables, Home & Accessories$7.4B-8.6% iPad$6.6B-8.1% iPhone Sales Surge Ahead of Tariffs iPhone revenue jumped 13.5% to $44.6 billion in Q3, making it the largest contributor to Apple’s overall growth. Analysts attribute part of this boost to early upgrades from customers looking to avoid higher prices once new tariffs on Chinese-made electronics take effect later this year. The performance may also reflect the success of Apple’s latest models, which emphasize AI-driven features and improved battery life. Services Continue to Grow Apple’s Services segment, which covers the App Store, Apple Music, and iCloud, generated $27.4 billion in revenue, up 13.3% year over year. The steady expansion underscores the stickiness of Apple’s ecosystem, where recurring subscriptions and platform engagement provide stable, high-margin revenue streams. For example, the App Store primarily makes money by taking a 15-30% commission on digital purchases & subscriptions made through apps. Apple’s practices can also be controversial. In 2024, the European Commission fined the company €1.8 billion for preventing app developers from informing iOS users about cheaper music subscription services available outside the Apple ecosystem. Learn More on the Voronoi App If you enjoyed today’s post, check out The Most Popular Smartphone Brands in America on Voronoi, the new app from Visual Capitalist.

See this visualization first on the Voronoi app. Use This Visualization Charted: Generation Alpha’s Dream Careers, by Gender 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 Around 30% of boys want to be scientists, engineers, or innovators. One in five girls are aspiring artists, and healthcare is also a popular career choice among girls. For as long as there have been teenagers, there has been curiosity about what they want to be when they grow up. Today, that question is particularly interesting for Generation Alpha—those born from 2010 onward—because they will be the first cohort to grow up entirely in the 21st century, shaped by rapid technological change, global crises, and evolving ideas of work. This infographic sheds light on Gen Alpha’s dream careers based on a GWI survey of 11,452 kids aged 12–15 across 18 countries, revealing a broad mix of career aspirations among today’s teens. What Gen Alpha Wants to Be When They Grow Up Below is the breakdown of Gen Alpha’s career aspirations by gender, showing the percentage of boys and girls who named each profession as their dream job: ProfessionGirlsBoys Scientist/engineer/inventor17%30% Video game designer/tech developer10%25% Professional athlete6%18% Doctor/healthcare professional19%14% Pilot/explorer/astronaut7%14% Police officer/firefighter/soldier6%14% Content creator/influencer11%12% Artist (e.g. musician, dancer, actor, painter)21%11% Lawyer11%8% Teacher16%7% Journalist/writer9%5% Beauty professional9%3% Veterinarian7%3% Chef4%3% Across both genders, science and technology careers dominate. Nearly a third of boys and almost one in five girls want to become scientists, engineers, or inventors—roles often associated with innovation, problem-solving, and impact. Video game design and tech development is another popular choice, highlighting the influence of digital entertainment and the growing familiarity Gen Alpha has with coding, gaming platforms, and emerging tech. For boys, professional sports is still a powerful aspiration, ranking third at 18%. For girls, careers in healthcare are particularly popular, with nearly one in five aspiring to become doctors or healthcare professionals. The Creative Pull Not all of Gen Alpha’s aspirations are STEM-oriented. Artistic careers—like musicians, dancers, actors, and painters—top the list for girls at 21% and still capture interest from 11% of boys. Meanwhile, the rise of content creators and influencers as a career goal underscores how social media is reshaping the idea of work. About 11–12% of both boys and girls express interest in this path, suggesting it’s not just a passing trend but a legitimate aspiration in the digital age. Learn More on the Voronoi App If you enjoyed today’s post, check out The Most Important Job Skills in 2025 on Voronoi, the app from Visual Capitalist.

See this visualization first on the Voronoi app. Use This Visualization Ranked: The Best-Selling Cars in the U.S. So Far 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 The Ford F-Series remains America’s most popular vehicle with 412,848 units sold, followed by the Chevrolet Silverado (284,038) and Toyota RAV4 (239,451). The top five vehicles are all either pickup trucks or compact SUVs, underscoring continued consumer preference for size, utility, and versatility over traditional sedans. The first half of 2025’s best-selling cars in the U.S. confirms America’s long-standing love affair with trucks and SUVs. Pickup models from Ford, Chevrolet, and Ram continue to dominate the top ranks, while compact SUVs from Toyota and Honda also make strong showings. Sedans, once the default choice for many households, are now largely absent from the bestseller list. This ranking showcases the 20 best-selling vehicles in the U.S. from January through June 2025 using data from Cox Automotive and Automotive News via Kelley Blue Book. Pickups and SUVs Lead U.S. Car Sales With 3.17 million cars sold across America’s top 20 models in the first half of 2025, pickup trucks and SUVs dominate the top of the list, making up nine out of the top 10 most-sold cars. The data table below lists the top 20 car models and their sales figures for H1 2025, along with what kind of vehicle it is. RankVehicle ModelUnits sold (H1 2025)Vehicle Type 1Ford F-Series412,848Pickup truck 2Chevrolet Silverado284,038Pickup truck 3Toyota RAV4239,451SUV 4Honda CR-V212,561SUV 5Ram Truck174,320Pickup truck 6GMC Sierra169,182Pickup truck 7Chevrolet Equinox157,638SUV 8Toyota Camry155,330Sedan 9Tesla Model Y150,171SUV 10Toyota Tacoma130,873Pickup truck 11Honda Civic128,236Sedan 12Toyota Corolla120,052Sedan 13Chevrolet Trax119,593SUV 14Hyundai Tucson113,310SUV 15Nissan Rogue109,563SUV 16Ford Explorer104,929SUV 17Tesla Model 3101,323Sedan 18Jeep Grand Cherokee99,668SUV 19Subaru Forester95,972SUV 20Subaru Crosstrek90,334SUV Ford’s F-Series led with 412,848 units, with the Chevrolet Silverado close behind at 284,038. The Toyota RAV4 (239,451) and Honda CR-V (212,561) were the leading compact SUVs, reflecting the segment’s broad appeal. If you take a look at the best-selling cars by state, the Ford F-Series dominates the map, which is no surprise considering Ford is among the top three favorite car brands of every generation in America. Among the top 10 best-selling cars, pickups account for five spots and about 56% of volume, while SUVs take four spots and 36%. The top five models—three pickups and two compact SUVs—together make up about 42% of all top-20 sales. Few Sedans Among Best-Selling Vehicles Sedans claim just one place in the top 10 with the Toyota Camry at 155,330 units sold in America in the first half of 2025. The Honda Civic (128,236) and Toyota Corolla (120,052) follow just outside of the top 10, joined by Tesla’s Model 3 (101,323) in 17th place. Looking at the full top 20 sales by vehicle type, SUVs account for 47% of top-20 sales (1.49 million vehicles), followed by pickup trucks at 37% (1.17 million) and sedans at 16% (505,000). While sedans still find buyers, since 2015 a strong majority of car sales have continued to shift to crossovers and trucks. Learn More on the Voronoi App To learn more about car production around the world, check out this graphic on Voronoi which maps out global vehicle production by country in 2024.