See this visualization first on the Voronoi app. Use This Visualization Who Makes the World’s Steel? Top 10 Countries, Ranked 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 produces more than half of the world’s steel supply, crossing the 1 billion-tonne mark in 2024. Surging domestic construction, a vast manufacturing base, and state-led infrastructure projects underpin China’s dominance. Steel is the backbone of modern infrastructure, found in everything from skyscrapers and bridges to cars and household appliances. This infographic ranks the world’s top steel-producing nations by crude steel production in 2024, measured in tonnes. Data for this visualization is sourced from World Steel Association. Ranked: Top 10 Steel Producing Countries in 2024 China churned out a whopping 1 billion tonnes of crude steel in 2024. For reference, this is more than the combined output of every other country in the world. RankName2024 Crude Steel Production (Tonnes) 1 China1.0B 2 India149.4M 3 Japan84.0M 4 U.S.79.5M 5 Russia71.0M 6 South Korea63.6M 7 Germany37.2M 8 Türkiye36.9M 9 Brazil33.8M 10 Iran31.4M N/A Rest of World292.6M N/A World Total1.9B That sheer scale reflects decades of rapid urbanization, government stimulus, and an export-oriented manufacturing machine. Although environmental pressures are prompting capacity caps, Beijing’s latest five-year plan still prioritizes high-tech and green construction, implying continued robust demand. Other Major Steel Producing Countries India remains a distant second at 149 million tonnes, yet it is the only top producer logging double-digit growth year-over-year. New blast furnaces and electric-arc furnace investments aim to propel India to the 300-million-tonne mark by decade’s end, tightening its grip on second place. High-Income Steel Producing Countries Japan (84 million tonnes) and the U.S. (79.5 million tonnes) round out the top four, but both have seen production stagnate or decline amid aging plants and slower domestic demand in the last two decades. In fact, steel is a major category under President Trump’s new tariffs, attracting duties as high as 50% for products that contain steel manufactured in other countries. This is a roundabout attempt to force companies to use American steel, though opinions are divided on their immediate impact. This market analysis report says the U.S. steel industry is positioning itself for long-term growth despite current uncertainties. A key driver to this stated growth is the switch to electric arc furnaces, which use scrap steel (instead of iron ore) as an input product, improving efficiency and reducing emissions. Similarly, South Korea and Germany’s steel industries face high energy costs and stringent emissions rules, and they are also shifting to electric-arc technology. Together, the top 10 nations account for nearly 85% of global steel production. However, with China alone commanding 53%, it leaves the world’s steel supply highly sensitive to Chinese economic swings. Learn More on the Voronoi App If you enjoyed today’s post, check out Ranked: The Countries That Dominate Global Shipbuilding on Voronoi, the new app from Visual Capitalist.

Published 5 hours ago on September 15, 2025 By Julia Wendling Graphics & Design Athul Alexander Twitter Facebook LinkedIn Reddit Pinterest Email The following content is sponsored by Tema ETFs U.S. Electricity Demand by Source (2024-2050) Electricity demand is projected to soar in the coming decades—but by how much and which sectors are driving the surge? This visualization, created in partnership with Tema ETFs and the first post for VOLTage Week, provides visual context to the projected increase in electricity demand out to 2050. The U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) has broken the data down by four main sources.  What Is Electricity? Electricity is the flow of energy that powers our world. It runs everything from household appliances to industrial machinery and digital systems. Electricity comes from many sources, including fossil fuels, nuclear power, and renewables. A vast grid then delivers it to homes, businesses, and industries. In the U.S., EIA data shows electricity demand is expected to rise sharply, climbing from 3,938 terawatt-hours (TWh) in 2024 to 5,780 TWh in 2050. This is a near 50% increase as electrification accelerates. Demand Sources Four main sources drive electricity demand in the U.S.: residential, commercial, industrial, and transportation. But which ones are fueling the sharpest increases? All four are projected to grow significantly over the next 25 years. Commercial demand is expected to see the largest jump, rising from 1,397 TWh in 2024 to 2,254 TWh in 2050. This is a 61.3% increase (1.9% annualized). Much of this growth stems from soaring demand at commercial electric vehicle (EV) charging stations. Source2024 (TWh)2050 (TWh)Growth, 2024-2050 (%) Residential15072049+36.0 Commercial13972254+61.3 Industrial10261468+43.0 Transportation79+32.5 Total53428043+46.8 The industrial sector comes next, with demand climbing from 1,026 TWh to 1,468 TWh. This is a 43.0% increase (1.4% annualized). This reflects both the electrification of industrial processes and surging demand from data centers. Meanwhile, residential demand is projected to rise 36.0% (1.2% annualized). Transportation demand is set to grow 32.5% (1.1% annualized) as the shift toward EVs accelerates. Invest in the Surge As electricity demand surges across every sector, the energy transition presents a compelling opportunity for investors. Companies enabling electrification—whether through power generation and storage, grid infrastructure, or new technologies—could benefit from this long-term structural growth. The Tema Electrification ETF (VOLT) invests in the companies powering the future —from energy generation to grid modernization and power management technologies. Electrify your portfolio. Learn more about VOLT. Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) (as of December 31, 2024) Carefully consider the Fund’s investment objectives, risk factors, charges and expenses before investing. This and additional information can be found in the Fund’s prospectus or summary prospectus, which may be obtained by visiting www.temaetfs.com. Read the prospectus carefully before investing Investing involves risk including possible loss of principal. There is no guarantee the adviser’s investment strategy will be successful. Distributor: Foreside Fund Services, LLC. More from Tema ETFs Economy2 months ago Ranked: U.S. States Gaining the Most Jobs from Reshoring As the reshoring trend accelerates, millions of manufacturing jobs are returning to American soil. But the benefits aren’t being shared equally across the country. Economy3 months ago Visualized: Reshoring Investments in the U.S. Have Surged to $1.7T Reshoring began with supply chain disruptions and sluggish job growth—now it’s gaining momentum with the White House. Markets4 months ago Ranked: 2025’s 10 Largest S&P 500 Stocks When you invest in S&P 500 stocks, you’re gaining exposure to the 500 biggest publicly traded companies in the U.S.—but not equally. Economy4 months ago Ranked: America’s $425B Trade Deficit by Product See which goods drive America’s $425B trade deficit—and why they signal key opportunities for U.S. reshoring and domestic investment. Markets4 months ago Visualized: The Rising Concentration of the S&P 500 By early 2025, the top ten companies in the S&P 500 made up nearly 40%, marking a high degree of market concentration. Markets4 months ago The Surging Value of the Magnificent 7 Versus the S&P 500 (2014-2024) The Magnificent 7 stocks have soared from $1.8T in 2014 to over $18T by 2024—but is their growing dominance making the S&P 500 concentrated? Subscribe Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Join the 375,000+ subscribers who receive our daily email *Sign Up

See this visualization first on the Voronoi app. Use This Visualization The Top Countries by Energy Consumption Per Capita 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 Countries with smaller populations and energy-intensive industries like manufacturing, aluminum smelting, or petrochemicals rank highly in terms of energy consumption per capita. While Iceland, Qatar, and Singapore are the top three countries, North America is the region with the highest energy consumption per capita. Global energy consumption per capita continues to show striking regional disparities, shaped by industrialization, climate conditions, resource availability, and policy choices. At the country level, smaller populations with more industrialized economies reliant on heavy manufacturing or petrochemical industries rank highly among the top energy consumers per capita. This chart shows the top 15 countries by energy consumption per capita in 2024, as well as the consumption per capita across global regions using data from the Energy Institute’s Statistical Review of World Energy 2025. Iceland and Qatar Lead in Per Capita Energy Consumption Iceland had the highest per capita energy consumption worldwide in 2024 at 788 GJ per person, narrowly edging out Qatar at 769 GJ per person. RankCountryPrimary Energy Consumption in Gigajoules (GJ) per Capita in 2024 1 Iceland787.7 2 Qatar768.5 3 Singapore649.2 4 United Arab Emirates496.5 5 Kuwait383.0 6 Trinidad & Tobago381.5 7 Saudi Arabia347.2 8 Oman302.4 9 Canada298.6 10 US265.9 11 South Korea254.2 12 Russia219.4 13 Australia204.8 14 Luxembourg203.1 15 Norway200.1 Iceland’s high energy use is made possible by its abundant geothermal and hydroelectric resources, which provide near-universal access to inexpensive renewable electricity. Qatar also ranks highly since energy consumption per person is elevated due to its energy-intensive industries and reliance on air conditioning in its hot desert climate. Many of the top energy-consuming countries per capita are those with small populations but outsized energy production or extreme climate demands, such as Singapore, the United Arab Emirates, and Kuwait. Notably, Canada and Saudi Arabia remain the only two countries in the top 10 with populations above 10 million, highlighting how smaller nations dominate the per capita rankings. A Regional Look at Energy Consumption Per Person At the regional level, North America remains the world’s highest per capita energy consumer at 217 GJ per person in 2024. That’s nearly three times the global average of 73 GJ. RegionPrimary Energy Consumption in Gigajoules (GJ) per Capita in 2024 North America216.6 Commonwealth of Independent States162.7 Middle East140.5 Europe105.3 Asia Pacific63.9 South and Central America48.9 Africa13.9 World72.6 The gap between regions underscores the energy divide. North America’s energy use contrasts starkly with Africa’s 14 GJ per capita, reflecting the differences in access to energy infrastructure. Europe, at 105 GJ per capita, and the Middle East, at 141 GJ per capita, remain significant consumers. The Commonwealth of Independent States also stands out at 163 GJ per capita, driven by energy-intensive economies like Russia and Kazakhstan. Learn More on the Voronoi App To learn about how different countries’ electricity demand per capita has changed over time, check out this graphic on Voronoi, the new app from Visual Capitalist.

See this visualization first on the Voronoi app. Use This Visualization Salary by Education Level in the United States 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 Earnings increase with higher levels of education, ranging from a median annual salary of $48,360 for those with just a high school diploma to $122,876 for professional degree holders. The largest salary jump occurs at the bachelor’s degree level, highlighting the value of a four-year college education. In the U.S., the connection between education and income is stark, with higher education leading to higher median earnings consistently. This visualization highlights how median annual salaries change at each successive level of educational attainment in the United States, using data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics for 2024.   Earnings by Education Level in the U.S. in 2024 Annual median earnings vary significantly across education levels in the U.S., ranging from a median of just $38,376 for those with no high school education to a high of $122,876 for professional degree holders. The data table below has the annual median salary by education level in the United States for 2024: Education levelAnnual median earnings Professional degree$122,876 Doctoral degree$118,456 Master's degree$95,680 Bachelor's degree$80,236 Associate's degree$57,148 Some college (no degree)$53,040 High school diploma$48,360 Less than a high school diploma$38,376 Doctoral degree holders in the U.S. earn an annual median of $118,456, and have one of the largest salary differences the previous level of education, earning $22,776 more than masters degree holders (who earn an annual median of $95,680). The earnings increase of getting a master’s degree after a bachelor’s isn’t as large of a gap at $15,444, due to the relatively high median salary of $80,236 for bachelor’s degree holders. The Bachelor’s Degree Salary Premium The most pronounced gap appears between associate and bachelor’s degree holders. Earning a bachelor’s degree adds $23,088 to the median salary compared to an associate degree. That’s a 40% increase over associate degree holders’ annual median salary of $57,148. This underscores the financial advantage of completing a four-year college program, even if graduate study is not pursued. While not as large of a dollar increase, earning a high school diploma is also quite valuable, adding $9,984 to annual median earnings. This ends up being a 26% salary increase over the $38,376 median for those with no high school diploma, and is the second-largest salary increase between education levels after that of the bachelor’s degree. It’s worth keeping in mind that along with boosting earning power, each level of education also likely improves job stability and long-term career growth. Learn More on the Voronoi App To learn more about how salaries in the U.S. vary across different groups, check out this visualization comparing annual salary by age on Voronoi, the new app from Visual Capitalist.

See this visualization first on the Voronoi app. Poll Results: Is Political Violence Ever Justified? 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 72% of Americans say political violence is never justified, regardless of political goals. Only 11% believe violence can sometimes be justified in a political context. 87% view political violence as at least a somewhat serious problem in the U.S. today. In a politically charged environment, events like the fatal shooting of conservative activist Charlie Kirk or the 2024 assassination attempt on Donald Trump have intensified national debate around the use of violence in politics. But despite heated rhetoric from both the left and the right, a strong majority of Americans remain firmly opposed to political violence. A recent YouGov poll, visualized by Statista, surveyed over 2,600 U.S. adults to understand public attitudes toward political violence in the U.S. Here’s a breakdown of the data from the September 2025 survey: QuestionResponseShare of Respondents Do you think it is ever justified for citizens to resort to violence in order to achieve political goals?Yes, violent crime can sometimes be justified11% Do you think it is ever justified for citizens to resort to violence in order to achieve political goals?No, violence is never justified72% Do you think it is ever justified for citizens to resort to violence in order to achieve political goals?Not sure11% Do you think it is ever justified for citizens to resort to violence in order to achieve political goals?Prefer not to say5% QuestionResponseShare of Respondents How big of a problem do you think political violence is in the U.S. today?A very big problem60% How big of a problem do you think political violence is in the U.S. today?Somewhat of a problem27% How big of a problem do you think political violence is in the U.S. today?Not very much of a problem5% How big of a problem do you think political violence is in the U.S. today?Not a problem1% How big of a problem do you think political violence is in the U.S. today?Not sure7% According to the results, 72% of Americans believe that violence is never justified to achieve political goals. Only 11% said it can be justified in some circumstances, while the rest were unsure or declined to respond. This widespread disapproval spans the political spectrum, even as high-profile incidents like the Trump rally shooting or the recent killing of Charlie Kirk fuel partisan outrage. Political Violence Seen as a Serious Issue The poll also asked respondents how serious they believe the issue of political violence is in the country today. A full 60% called it a “very big problem,” and another 27% viewed it as “somewhat of a problem.” Just 6% said it was not really a problem at all. In other words, nearly nine in 10 Americans agree that political violence is at least somewhat of a threat to democracy—suggesting rare bipartisan agreement in an otherwise divided nation. A Divided Nation, but a Shared Concern In light of the most recent attack and ongoing political tensions, the poll results offer a rare unifying insight: Americans overwhelmingly reject violence as a means of political expression. Even amid record polarization, the public appears to draw a clear moral line when it comes to bloodshed. Learn More on the Voronoi App For additional context on how Americans view their political system more broadly, check out this related Voronoi post: Americans Have Nothing Good to Say About U.S. Politics.

See this visualization first on the Voronoi app. Use This Visualization Visualized: How Kids Spend Their Screen 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 Watching TV and videos dominates kids’ screen habits, accounting for 60% of all screen time. Screen time increases significantly with age, with five- to eight-year-olds reaching an average of three hours and 28 minutes daily. Children today are surrounded by screens at younger ages than ever before. From television and tablets to gaming and social apps, digital media is a daily part of kids’ lives. But how much time do they actually spend in front of screens, and what are they doing with that time? This graphic shows the share of screen time kids spend on different activities along with the average daily screen time by age group. The data is from a survey by The Common Sense Census 2025 of 1,578 parents of children eight or younger in the United States, conducted from August 5 to 29, 2024. Kids’ Screen Time Habits Are Dominated by Videos The survey data shows two important patterns: kids spend the majority of their screen time watching videos, and screen exposure grows sharply with age. The share of screen time spent by activity is shown in the table below: Screen time activityShare of screen time spent (0 to 8 year olds) TV/video viewing60% Gaming26% Video-chatting4% Reading (electronic)4% Social networking2% Homework1% Other3% TV and video viewing account for 60% of kids’ total screen time, making passive watching the default mode for most children. Gaming is second at 26%, pushing the combined “watch + play” share to 86% of the day on screens. Reading on screens (4%), video-chatting (4%), social networking (2%), homework (1%), and other activities (3%) together make up the remaining 14%. In short: entertainment activities crowd out everything else. Kids’ Screen Time Rises Sharply With Age Daily usage climbs quickly as children get older: from an average of just over 1 hour for children under age 2 to over 2 hours at ages 2–4. As the table below shows, the increase for ages 5–8 is even more significant at 3 hours 28 minutes. AgeAverage daily screentime (hours:minutes) Under 2 years old1:03 2 to 4 years old2:08 5 to 8 years old3:28 That’s roughly double between under-2s and ages 2–4 (103% increase), and another big jump of 1 hour 20 minutes into the early school years (63% increase). From the youngest babies to ages 5–8, total screen time rises by 145 minutes per day—about a 230% increase. This pattern reflects greater access to devices, longer attention spans, and more autonomy as kids age. Learn More on the Voronoi App To learn about kids and their relationship with technology, check out this graphic that charts out tablet and cell phone ownership among children aged two to eight on Voronoi, the new app from Visual Capitalist.

See this visualization first on the Voronoi app. Ranked: Top 20 U.S. Airports By Passenger Experience 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. Indianapolis tops the list for best passenger experience in the U.S. Rankings prioritize ease, not just traffic or amenities. Smaller hubs outperformed some of the busiest airports. What makes an airport truly great? For many travelers, it’s not size or shopping—it’s about getting through quickly, comfortably, and stress-free. This new ranking from the Washington Post takes a data-first approach to answering that question. Visualized by Julie Peasley, the index analyzes real-world metrics to measure what passengers actually care about: wait times, food options, on-time departures, and more. The data comes from government sources including the FAA and TSA, combined with user reviews and airport service databases. Unlike many other rankings that focus on amenities or sheer passenger volume, this list zeroes in on passenger experience—how travelers move through the airport, not just what’s inside it. Explore the top 20 below. RankAirportCityAirport Code 1Portland International AirportPortland, ORPDX 2Long Beach AirportLong Beach, CALGB 3Ronald Reagan Washington National AirportWashington, DCDCA 4Minneapolis-St.Paul International AirportMinneapolis, MNMSP 5Seattle Paine Field International AirportSeattle, WAPAE 6Rhode Island T.F. Green International AirportProvidence, RIPVD 7Albuquerque International SunportAlbuquerque, NMABQ 8Indianapolis International AirportIndianapolis, ININD 9Salt Lake City International AirportSalt Lake City, UTSLC 10Detroit Metro AirportDetroit, MIDTW 11Tampa International AirportTampa, FLTPA 12John Wayne AirportSanta Ana, CASNA 13Milwaukee Mitchell International AirportMilwaukee, WIMKE 14Hollywood Burbank AirportBurbank, CABUR 15Ontario International AirportOntario, CAONT 16Columbia Metropolitan AirportColumbia, SCCAE 17Washington Dulles International AirportWashington, DCIAD 18Dallas Love FieldDallas, TXDAL 19Baltimore-Washington International AirportBaltimore, MDBWI 20Raleigh-Durham International AirportRaleigh, NCRDU Why These Airports Rank High Indianapolis International (IND), a relatively small hub, tops the list. It benefits from short TSA wait times, high customer satisfaction scores, and an easy layout. MSP and DTW follow closely, both praised for efficient design and timely departures. Several medium-sized airports, such as Sacramento, Portland, and Salt Lake City, outranked larger hubs. This aligns with recent traveler surveys showing that speed and convenience matter more than flashy amenities. Meanwhile, mega-airports like Denver and San Francisco landed further down the list. While these airports serve tens of millions of passengers a year, congestion and delays often drag down the overall experience. The Key Drivers of a Positive Airport Experience Several core factors help explain why top performers excel: Speed and convenience: Recent insights from the IATA Global Passenger Survey show passengers overwhelmingly prioritize smoother, faster journeys, with strong interest in biometric and pre‑airport processes. Clear communication: Airports offering intuitive wayfinding, reliable mobile tools, and real‑time updates reduce confusion and stress. Seamless design and technology: Incorporation of self‑service kiosks, virtual queueing, and intuitive terminal layouts contribute majorly to positive experiences. Cleanliness and comfort: Consistent upkeep, thoughtful seating, and calm waiting zones matter; passengers report these as linchpins of satisfaction. Human-centric design: Airports that reflect regional culture or include thoughtful design elements can generate stronger passenger connection and satisfaction. In a world of rising travel volumes and shrinking patience, these rankings reveal which airports are truly designed for people. Learn More on the Voronoi App Check out The World’s Busiest Airports, by Passenger Count on Voronoi.

See this visualization first on the Voronoi app. Use This Visualization Mapped: Where Americans Receive Social Security, by State 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 States with older populations (Maine, West Virginia) naturally have a higher share of Social Security recipients, while younger states (Utah and Texas) have a lower share. Florida is an exception: despite having the nation’s second-highest share of seniors, it ranks only 15th by Social Security participation. Who receives Social Security benefits depends heavily on the age profile of each state. Migration patterns, labor markets, and lifestyle preferences add further twists. This map shows the 2024 share of residents in every U.S. state (and D.C.) who collect Social Security retirement, survivor, or disability payments (OASDI). Further down in this article, the total number of beneficiaries in each jurisdiction is also listed. All figures are rounded. Data for this visualization comes from the Social Security Administration. Ranked: Where Americans Receive Social Security, by State At 27% of their populations, Maine and West Virginia top the list of Social Security beneficiaries, well above the national average of 20%. This more or less mirrors their share of older adults (aged 65+) in the population. RankState / CountryState Code% of Population Receiving Social Security, 2024#s on Social Security, 2024 1MaineME27%281K 2West VirginiaWV27%354K 3VermontVT25%130K 4ArkansasAR24%618K 5DelawareDE24%210K 6MississippiMS24%589K 7New HampshireNH24%282K 8South CarolinaSC24%1.1M 9AlabamaAL23%1.0M 10KentuckyKY23%918K 11MichiganMI23%2.0M 12MontanaMT23%227K 13PennsylvaniaPA23%2.6M 14WisconsinWI23%1.2M 15FloridaFL22%4.7M 16IowaIA22%648K 17MissouriMO22%1.2M 18New MexicoNM22%426K 19OregonOR22%854K 20Rhode IslandRI22%222K 21South DakotaSD22%185K 22TennesseeTN22%1.4M 23WyomingWY22%118K 24HawaiiHI21%289K 25IndianaIN21%1.4M 26LouisianaLA21%920K 27North CarolinaNC21%2.2M 28OhioOH21%2.4M 29OklahomaOK21%819K 30ArizonaAZ20%1.5M 31ConnecticutCT20%735K 32IdahoID20%400K 33KansasKS20%594K 34MinnesotaMN20%1.2M 35IllinoisIL19%2.5M 36MassachusettsMA19%1.4M 37NebraskaNE19%401K 38NevadaNV19%653K 39New YorkNY19%4.0M 40North DakotaND19%159K 41VirginiaVA19%1.8M 42WashingtonWA19%1.6M 43GeorgiaGA18%2.2M 44New JerseyNJ18%1.9M 45CaliforniaCA17%7.9M 46ColoradoCO17%1.2M 47MarylandMD17%1.3M 48AlaskaAK16%148K 49TexasTX15%6.3M 50UtahUT14%701K 51District of ColumbiaDC12%140K N/AU.S.US20%68.0M Both Maine and West Virginia have aged rapidly as younger residents move away for work while retirees stay put. Vermont, also sits above the 25% mark, underscoring how limited in-migration can tilt a state’s demographic balance toward older age groups. Are Southern States “Senior” States? Florida’s reputation as a retirement magnet is well earned, yet only 22% of its residents collect Social Security—ranking just 15th nationwide. The paradox stems from fewer disability beneficiaries compared to Appalachia, and slightly lower uptake among its seniors (about 84% vs. nearly 88% nationally). South Carolina (24%) and North Carolina (21%) show that the wider South is becoming a popular destination for older Americans seeking warmer weather and lower living costs. The U.S. States With Room to Age Utah (14%), Texas (15%), and Alaska (16%) have the lowest shares of Social Security recipients. High birth rates, booming job markets, and youthful in-migration swell the denominator of working-age residents. That keeps the share of Social Security recipients low—even as these states will eventually face the same aging pressures as the rest of the country. While this eases immediate fiscal pressure, these states will eventually face the same demographic headwinds as the U.S. population’s median age continues to tick up. Learn More on the Voronoi App If you enjoyed today’s post, check out Mapped: U.S. Poverty Rates by State on Voronoi, the new app from Visual Capitalist.

See this visualization first on the Voronoi app. Use This Visualization The Most Popular Names for Boys in England & Wales 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 Muhammad was the most popular name for boys in England and Wales in 2024, by birth registrations. For comparison, Muhammad was previously ranked 14th in 2014. Why are baby-name lists so irresistible? Because each name is a tiny cultural fairy light: hinting at the shows we binge, the migrations that reshape our neighbourhoods, and the old traditions we choose to revive. Individually the choices seem personal, but together they sketch a fuzzy yet revealing portrait of who we are right now. This visualization above ranks the thirty most popular names for boys registered in England and Wales last year, spotlighting newcomers and chart-toppers alike. Data for this visualization comes from Office for National Statistics’ birth-registration records released on 31st July, 2025. Common spelling variations of names are listed separately. Ranked: England’s Most Common Name for Boys Muhammad recorded 5,721 registrations in 2024, making it the most popular boys’ name for the second consecutive year. RankName# of Babies Named in 2024Change in Rank Since 2014 1Muhammad5,721+13 2Noah4,139+9 3Oliver3,492-2 4Arthur3,368+37 5Leo3,324+11 6George3,257+1 7Luca2,814+51 8Theodore2,761+51 9Oscar2,747-1 10Archie2,575+7 11Jude2,540+54 12Theo2,387+25 13Freddie2,369+7 14Henry2,360+1 15Arlo2,220+126 16Alfie2,020-4 17Charlie1,956-12 18Finley1,886+18 19Albie1,820+98 20Harry1,765-17 21Mohammed1,760+6 22Jack1,711-20 23Elijah1,661+30 24Rory1,588+63 25Lucas1,550+5 26Thomas1,543-20 27William1,517-17 28Louie1,516+38 29Teddy1,506+38 30Jacob1,484-26 That’s a climb of 13 spots compared to 2014 and reflects both the name’s cultural resonance and the UK’s increasing diversity. Mohammed—an alternative spelling—also made the list at #21, underscoring the name’s combined dominance. Muslim parents keep picking Muhammad (or Mohammad) for three simple reasons. First, it honors the Prophet. Second, it slots neatly into double-barrel names—think “Mohammad Ali” or “Mohammad Yusuf.” Third, it travels well. The name serves as a cultural passport, instantly understood in Lagos, London, or Lahore. Fact: Second-ranked Noah and Oliver are also popular choices in America. Vintage Names Make a Comeback in England Meanwhile, traditional English names are enjoying a renaissance, compared to their popularity a decade ago. Arthur rose 37 places to reach #4, while Theodore leaped 51 places to land in the top 10. Parents are clearly rediscovering Edwardian-era charm: Leo, Henry, and Oscar all held on to top-tier positions, proving that classic picks can still feel fresh. The Biggest Movers in England’s Baby Names in 2024 Three names posted significant jumps versus a decade ago. Arlo (a name that dates back to the Middle Ages) rocketed 126 places to #15, Albie climbed 98 places to #19, and Rory long-jumped 63 places into the top 25. On the flip side, former favorites such as Jacob (down 26 spots) and Jack (down 20) continued their gentle slide, showing how fast-moving pop-culture references and changing tastes reshape naming charts each year. Learn More on the Voronoi App If you enjoyed today’s post, check out From John to Jayden: How Names Have Changed for American Boys Since the 1880s on Voronoi, the new app from Visual Capitalist.

See this visualization first on the Voronoi app. Use This Visualization The World’s Largest Blue Carbon Sinks 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 A UNESCO marine World Heritage site is a coastal or oceanic area recognized by UNESCO for its outstanding universal value to humanity, protected under the World Heritage Convention for its natural and cultural significance. Australia’s Great Barrier Reef is the world’s largest coral reef system, playing a critical role in global carbon storage. The ocean is one of Earth’s most powerful carbon sinks, absorbing carbon dioxide and helping stabilize the climate. Within this system, UNESCO-designated marine World Heritage sites play a unique role. These ecosystems not only protect biodiversity, but also store enormous amounts of “blue carbon.” In this visualization, we highlight UNESCO marine sites by their total carbon stock. Together, they hold around 1.4 billion tonnes of carbon, acting as a critical buffer against climate change. Data & Discussion The data for this visualization comes from UNESCO. It measures the largest blue carbon sinks amongst marine World Heritage ecosystems, which covers mangroves, salt marshes, and seagrasses. UNESCO marine World Heritage siteCountryCarbon stock (M tonnes of carbon) Great Barrier Reef Australia502 Everglades National Park U.S.400 Banc d’Arguin National Park Mauritania112 The Sundarbans Bangladesh108 Sundarbans National Park India60 Sian Ka'an Mexico49 Shark Bay, Western Australia Australia45 Ibiza, Biodiversity and Culture Spain41 Whale Sanctuary of El Vizcaino Mexico17 Wadden Sea Germany Netherlands Denmark11 Islands and Protected Areas of the Gulf of California Mexico9 Lagoons of New Caledonia: Reef Diversity and Associated Ecosystems France4 Galápagos Islands Ecuador2 Ujung Kulon National Park Indonesia1 Ningaloo Coast Australia1 Komodo National Park Indonesia1 Aldabra Atoll Seychelles1 Coiba National Park and its Special Zone of Marine Protection Panama1 Belize Barrier Reef Reserve System Belize1 TOTAL1,369 Australia’s Great Barrier Reef Australia’s Great Barrier Reef is the largest single contributor, storing over 500 million tonnes of carbon. Its seagrass meadows and mangrove forests help capture carbon at rates far higher than terrestrial forests, underscoring its importance as a biodiversity hotspot and a global climate regulator. Fact: The Great Barrier Reef is the largest coral reef system in the world, spanning 1,400 miles (2,300 km) along Australia’s northeast coast. It is longer than the state of California (760 to 840 miles). America’s Everglades The Everglades National Park located in Florida ranks second, with 400 million tonnes of carbon stock. Its wetlands act as massive reservoirs that prevent carbon from entering the atmosphere. Despite challenges from development and climate change, the Everglades remain a cornerstone of North America’s blue carbon capacity. Recent years have brought historic progress in restoration, fueled by record state and federal investment, with major projects improving water flow and showing early ecological benefits. Learn More on the Voronoi App If you enjoyed today’s post, check out Mapping Global Drought Risk on Voronoi, the new app from Visual Capitalist.

See this visualization first on the Voronoi app. Use This Visualization How Much Metal Can $10K Buy? 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 $10,000 buys just 92 grams of gold but over 3,800 kg of aluminum. The chart highlights the stark value-to-weight differences between precious and industrial metals. The prices of metals reflect a contrast between rarity, utility, and value. This visualization breaks down how much of each metal you could purchase with $10,000, showing their respective weights in kilograms. At one end of the scale, $10,000 barely buys a handful of gold dust. On the other, it secures literal tons of industrial metals like aluminum and zinc. The data for this visualization comes from Daily Metal Prices. Precious Metals: Small in Size, Big in Value Gold tops the chart in value, costing over $108 million per metric ton. That means $10,000 only gets you 92 grams, barely more than a chocolate bar. MetalPrice per Ton (USD)$10K Buys (Metric Tons)Kilograms (kg) equivalent Gold108,420,0000.000092392 g Platinum43,440,0000.00023230 g Palladium36,060,0000.000277277 g Silver1,250,0000.0088.0 kg Uranium161,4880.061961.9 kg Rare Earth (Pr–Nd Oxide)76,5060.131131 kg Cobalt33,3350.3300 kg Nickel15,0050.667667 kg Lithium (LCE)11,9340.838838 kg Copper9,8381.0161,016 kg Zinc2,8073.5653,565 kg Aluminum2,6223.8153,815 kg Platinum and palladium are slightly less expensive but still highly valuable, offering just a few hundred grams per $10,000. These metals are prized for their rarity, beauty, and industrial applications, especially in electronics and catalytic converters. Industrial Metals: Value in Volume On the opposite end are base metals like aluminum, zinc, and copper. These materials are far more abundant and are critical to infrastructure and manufacturing. For example, with $10,000, you could buy 3,815 kilograms of aluminum, enough to construct dozens of bicycles. Even copper, a more valuable industrial metal, yields over a metric ton for the same amount of money. Strategic and Emerging Materials In between are metals like lithium and nickel, which are crucial to green technologies, batteries, and energy systems. Lithium, priced at nearly $12,000 per ton, yields 838 kg for $10,000, while nickel provides 667 kg. Learn More on the Voronoi App If you enjoyed today’s post, check out Charted: Where the U.S. Gets Its Rare Earths From on Voronoi, the new app from Visual Capitalist.

See this visualization first on the Voronoi app. Use This Visualization Ranked: The Largest Immigrant Groups in America 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 America’s total foreign-born population was 47.8 million people as of 2023. Mexico is the largest source of immigrants by a huge margin, with other leading sources including India, China, and the Philippines. The U.S. has long been a top destination for immigrants seeking better opportunities. As of 2023, nearly 48 million people in the country were born abroad, representing 14% of the country’s total population. In this visualization, we break down the largest immigrant groups in America by nationality, highlighting the top 10 countries from each region. Note that this analysis covers legal immigrants only. Check out our previous post to see a similar breakdown of illegal immigrants coming into the U.S. Data & Discussion The data for this visualization comes from the Migration Policy Institute (MPI). It shows the number of foreign-born U.S. residents by country of origin, as of 2023. Americas: 25.3M Immigrants Mexico stands out as the dominant source of U.S. immigrants, with nearly 11 million as of 2023. Historical ties, geographic proximity, and longstanding migration channels are major factors. Several other Latin American countries rank highly, including El Salvador, Cuba, and the Dominican Republic. CountryImmigrants Mexico10,918,205 El Salvador1,494,869 Cuba1,450,808 Dominican Republic1,265,231 Guatemala1,250,053 Colombia1,049,821 Honduras934,617 Canada828,396 Jamaica817,294 Haiti777,845 Other Americas4,528,390 Asia: 14.9M Immigrants After the Americas, Asia & Oceania is the next largest source of U.S. immigrants. CountryImmigrants India2,910,042 China2,193,250 Philippines2,051,900 Vietnam1,365,841 Korea1,017,250 Pakistan428,795 Iran419,885 Taiwan392,012 Japan337,877 Bangladesh333,026 Rest of Asia/Oceania3,455,271 India (2.9 million) is the second-largest country source after Mexico, while China (2.2 million) and the Philippines (2.05 million) also rank in the top five. Fact: In 2024, Indian students accounted for nearly 30% of all international students in the U.S. Europe: 4.8M Immigrants While Europe was once the primary source of immigrants to America, its share has declined over time. The combined European total remains substantial, though spread across many countries. CountryImmigrants UK693,465 Germany520,418 Ukraine468,780 Russia415,809 Poland382,844 Italy295,002 France187,003 Portugal160,729 Romania152,470 Spain126,067 Rest of Europe1,416,462 Africa: 2.8M Immigrants Africa is the region with the least amount of immigrants living in America. CountryImmigrants Nigeria476,008 Ethiopia278,182 Ghana241,477 Egypt225,665 Kenya174,734 South Africa133,359 Morocco109,370 Liberia100,769 Somalia92,401 Cameroon90,749 Rest of Africa868,612 According to historical MPI data, the annual number of new permanent residents from Africa has grown slowly and inconsistently. This could be due to closer ties between Africa and China. Learn More on the Voronoi App If you enjoyed today’s post, check out Why Did Asian Immigrants Come to the U.S.? on Voronoi, the new app from Visual Capitalist.

Published 4 hours ago on September 12, 2025 By Julia Wendling Article & Editing Alan Kennedy Graphics & Design Athul Alexander Twitter Facebook LinkedIn Reddit Pinterest Email The following content is sponsored by Global X U.S. The Rising Share of U.S. Data Center Power Demand, 2023–2030 Key Takeaways In 2023, U.S. data center demand only accounted for 3.7% of America’s total power usage. By 2030, McKinsey & Company projected that electricity consumption from U.S. data centers could reach 11.7% of all U.S. power. In 2030, U.S. data centers are projected to consume 606 terawatt-hours of electricity. Data centers are pivotal to America’s digital infrastructure. These huge complexes, which form the backbone of U.S. telecommunication and access to the internet, already consume vast amounts of electricity. However, by 2030, this share of electricity is set to triple.  For this graphic, the third in the Electrification Series, Visual Capitalist has partnered with Global X ETFs to show how much of America’s electricity data centers will consume in the future. Forecasting Data Center Power Consumption The consulting firm McKinsey & Company projected in 2024 that power consumption from U.S. data centers will grow rapidly over the next few years. Below is a table showing the percentage share of all U.S. energy that McKinsey & Company forecast data centers to consume between 2023 and 2030: YearElectricity Demand (TWh)Share of total U.S. Power Demand (%) 20231473.7 2024P1784.3 2025P2245.2 2026P2926.5 2027P3718.0 2028P4509.3 2029P51310.3 2030P60611.7 American data centers are incredibly power-hungry. In 2023, they demanded 3.7% of all the U.S. power demand. However, as the demand for advanced AI grows and many more Americans come online, the demand will reach nearly 12% of all U.S. power use. Equating to 606 terawatt-hours of electricity. In context, the UK consumed half this amount of electricity in 2023. Investing in Power Data centers form the backbone of U.S. digital infrastructure, connecting America to the global internet, powering telecommunications, and facilitating the most advanced AIs. U.S. data centers will triple their share of power use by 2030. Do you want to learn more about electricity demand and electrification? In the first part of the Electrification Series, we covered which areas of U.S. infrastructure require the most funding. In the second, we explored U.S. electricity demands by sector and projected them to 2050. Learn more about the Global X Electrification ETF (ZAP). More from Global X U.S. Markets4 hours ago What’s Driving America’s Growing Electricity Demand? The U.S. EIA believes that by 2050, U.S. power demand will surge by nearly 50%. Energy5 hours ago Breaking Down America’s $3.7 Trillion Infrastructure Funding Gap Despite many government efforts to modernize U.S. infrastructure, the funding gap stood at a staggering $3.7 trillion in 2025. Subscribe Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Join the 375,000+ subscribers who receive our daily email *Sign Up

Published 4 hours ago on September 12, 2025 By Julia Wendling Article & Editing Alan Kennedy Graphics & Design Athul Alexander Twitter Facebook LinkedIn Reddit Pinterest Email The following content is sponsored by Global X U.S. What’s Driving America’s Growing Electricity Demand? Key Takeaways U.S. power demand will jump from 3,900 billion kWh in 2024 to 5,800 billion kWh in 2050. By 2050, the commercial sector will demand the most electricity in any industry–nearly 2,300 billion kWh. The commercial sector will also see the most growth in terms of electricity demand, adding over 850 billion kWh to its electricity demand by 2050. The U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) believes that by 2050, U.S. power demand will surge from 3,900 billion kWh in 2024 to 5,800 billion kWh. This would be a 46% boost. But just what is driving this incredible demand for electricity? For this graphic, the second in the Electrification Series, Visual Capitalist has partnered with Global X ETFs to discover why the U.S. demand for electricity will grow by nearly 50% by 2050. Powering Growth As the electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure expands along with the increased electricity demand from data centers and artificial intelligence, the overall demand for electricity in the U.S. will grow dramatically. Below is a table that uses data from the EIA to compare U.S. electricity demand in 2024 to that in 2050. YearResidential (bil. kWh)Commercial (bil. kWh)Industrial (bil. kWh)Transportation (bil. kWh) 20241507.01397.51026.46.8 2025P1488.91421.41062.77.2 2026P1510.21413.81071.47.4 2027P1537.11432.81075.67.5 2028P1560.01450.01078.17.7 2029P1576.11478.61084.57.8 2030P1590.11502.91096.77.9 2031P1601.91529.61111.38.0 2032P1618.31564.11134.68.1 2033P1636.81598.71158.98.1 2034P1658.21636.71190.98.2 2035P1684.01677.01224.38.2 2036P1713.61719.81255.38.3 2037P1745.41762.41279.08.3 2038P1777.41805.21299.98.4 2039P1809.91848.71320.08.5 2040P1840.11889.81339.38.5 2041P1867.81929.41356.58.6 2042P1893.21966.71372.78.6 2043P1916.52002.41387.38.7 2044P1937.62037.21398.58.7 2045P1957.52072.01406.28.7 2046P1975.62105.61413.68.7 2047P1993.22140.51425.28.8 2048P2010.92176.41439.28.8 2049P2029.42214.11453.08.9 2050P2049.22254.01467.79.0 By 2050, America’s commercial sector will demand the most electricity of any industry—nearly 2,300 billion kWh. It is also expected to see the most growth in terms of its electricity demand. The commercial sector will add over 850 billion kWh to its electricity demand by 2050. Investing in the Demand for Energy America’s future is truly electric. Between 2024 and 2050, the overall demand for electricity in the U.S. will rise by nearly 50%. Increased energy use in the residential and commercial sectors will drive this trend. Do you want to learn more about electricity demand and electrification? The third and final part of the Electrification Series focuses on the U.S. data center market. See how much of the nation’s energy demand data centers will consume. Learn more about the Global X Electrification ETF (ZAP). More from Global X U.S. Markets4 hours ago Charted: The Rising Share of U.S. Data Center Power Demand As advanced AI adoption surges, U.S. data center demand is projected to reach nearly 12% of the nation’s power. Energy5 hours ago Breaking Down America’s $3.7 Trillion Infrastructure Funding Gap Despite many government efforts to modernize U.S. infrastructure, the funding gap stood at a staggering $3.7 trillion in 2025. Subscribe Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Join the 375,000+ subscribers who receive our daily email *Sign Up

Published 5 hours ago on September 12, 2025 By Julia Wendling Article & Editing Alan Kennedy Graphics & Design Athul Alexander Twitter Facebook LinkedIn Reddit Pinterest Email The following content is sponsored by Global X U.S. Breaking Down America’s $3.7 Trillion Infrastructure Funding Gap Key Takeaways The funding gap for U.S. infrastructure stood at an incredible $3.7 trillion in 2025. Despite a surge in demand, U.S. energy and utilities require nearly $580 billion in additional funding. Waste and stormwater require the most funding at $690 billion. Despite many government efforts to modernize U.S. infrastructure, such as The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act and the CHIPS Act, the U.S. infrastructure funding gap stood at a staggering $3.7 trillion in 2025. In this graphic, the first in the Electrification Series, Visual Capitalist has partnered with Global X ETFs to explore the state of U.S. structural funding and discover which areas of infrastructure require the most investment. Evaluating the Infrastructure Funding Gap The American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) evaluates U.S. infrastructure biennially. In 2025, the organization found that U.S. infrastructure was underfunded by an incredible $3.7 trillion. This contributed to the overall ‘C’ grade the ASCE awarded in the same year. Here’s how this funding gap breaks down by sector: RankSectorFunding Gap ($ billions)Grade 1Wastewater & Stormwater690D+/D 2Roads684D+ 3Energy578D+ 4Schools429D+ 5Bridges373C 6Drinking Water309C- 7Dams166D+ 8Transit152D+ 9Aviation113D+ 10Levees91D+ Other105 A Pressing Need While the ASCE believes the U.S. needs nearly $700 billion to modernize its waste and stormwater sectors. This is the most of any industry. An area of significant concern is U.S. energy and utilities. By 2040, the U.S. electricity demand is projected to skyrocket by 47%. This increase is due to the aggressive expansion of data centers nationwide, the adoption of EVs, and the ever-growing demand for advanced AI.   Investing in Power While much of the U.S. backbone needs funding to bring it into the 21st century, America’s incredible demand for energy has created tailwinds in the energy sector and opportunities for savvy investors. Are you interested in learning more about the electricity demand and electrification? In the second part of the Electrification Series, we explore the driving forces behind the surge in demand for U.S. power. Learn more about the Global X Electrification ETF (ZAP). More from Global X U.S. Markets4 hours ago Charted: The Rising Share of U.S. Data Center Power Demand As advanced AI adoption surges, U.S. data center demand is projected to reach nearly 12% of the nation’s power. Markets4 hours ago What’s Driving America’s Growing Electricity Demand? The U.S. EIA believes that by 2050, U.S. power demand will surge by nearly 50%. Subscribe Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Join the 375,000+ subscribers who receive our daily email *Sign Up

See this visualization first on the Voronoi app. Use This Visualization Mapped: Urban Sprawl in Africa (1975 to 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 Africa’s urban footprint has expanded significantly since 1975, with cities like Lagos and Cairo emerging as dominant hubs. Vast regions such as the Sahara remain sparsely developed, emphasizing how geography and climate shape urban growth. Africa is urbanizing at an impressive pace, with cities growing rapidly in both population and geographical footprint. This expansion has reshaped economies, infrastructure, and regional dynamics. To see what this change looks like, we’ve visualized the amount of built-up land across Africa at two points in time: 1975 and 2025 (projected). Data & Discussion The data for this visualization comes from the Global Human Settlement Layer (GHSL), a programme of the European Union. It tracks the spatial growth of urban settlements, showing how population centers have expanded since 1975 and projecting trends through 2025. Please note that the GHSL dataset is not in a format that can be shown in a table. Instead, we’ve listed Africa’s top 20 cities (metro areas) by population below. CityCountryPopulation (2025) Cairo Egypt23,074,200 Kinshasa DR Congo17,778,500 Lagos Nigeria17,156,400 Luanda Angola10,027,900 Dar es Salaam Tanzania8,561,520 Khartoum Sudan6,754,180 Johannesburg South Africa6,444,580 Abidjan Ivory Coast6,056,880 Addis Ababa Ethiopia5,956,680 Alexandria Egypt5,807,050 Nairobi Kenya5,766,990 Cape Town South Africa5,063,580 Yaounde Cameroon4,854,260 Kano Nigeria4,645,320 Douala Cameroon4,346,420 Kampala Uganda4,265,160 Antananarivo Madagascar4,228,980 Abuja Nigeria4,209,940 Ibadan Nigeria4,144,130 Kumasi Ghana4,036,230 Casablanca Morocco4,012,310 Port Harcourt Nigeria3,793,780 Dakar Senegal3,658,640 The Rise of Africa’s Mega-Cities Cairo (Egypt), Kinshasa (DRC), and Lagos (Nigeria) dominate the continent’s urban hierarchy. Cairo leads with over 23 million people, while Kinshasa and Lagos each surpass 17 million. These cities have grown into global-scale megacities, pulling in migration from rural areas and smaller towns. Their growth also reflects broader trends of economic opportunity and population pressure. For example, Egypt and Nigeria are two of Africa’s top countries by GDP. Geographic Limits to Urbanization Urban sprawl in Africa is most pronounced in the southern part of the continent, contrasting sharply with sparsely populated regions such as the Sahara. The Sahara, Sahel, and parts of the Congo Basin act as natural barriers to urban sprawl. Coastal hubs and river valleys attract concentrated populations, while deserts and arid zones remain largely empty. Learn More on the Voronoi App If you enjoyed today’s post, check out The Five Countries Responsible for Half of African GDP on Voronoi, the new app from Visual Capitalist.

See this visualization first on the Voronoi app. Use This Visualization Electricity Demand Per Capita in Major Global Economies 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 Of major economies, Canada leads in electricity use per person, staying above 15,000 kWh—driven by its energy-intensive industries and cold climate. China’s per capita electricity demand has surged over the past two decades, surpassing that of the UK by 2024. As countries develop, their electricity demands tend to rise sharply, especially in industrial and urban areas. This visualization highlights how electricity consumption per person compares across the world’s major economies. It also shows how these patterns have evolved in recent decades, with some surprising shifts. The data for this visualization comes from Ember’s Electricity Data Explorer. It shows 2024 per capita electricity consumption across major global economies, compared to 2000 figures. Canada and the U.S. Are at the Top Canada ranks first in electricity use per person, with consumption at 15,708 kWh in 2024. This high level is due to energy-intensive industries like mining and aluminum production, as well as heating needs during its long winters. The United States follows at 12,741 kWh per person, reflecting the country’s sprawling infrastructure, high air-conditioning use, and heavy industry. China’s Rapid Growth in Demand China’s per capita electricity use reached 7,097 kWh in 2024, compared to 1,061 kWh in 2000. This rise has been fueled by industrialization, urbanization, and rising living standards. RankCountry2000 Demand per capita (kWh)2024 Demand per capita (kWh)Change 1 Canada18,38615,708-14.6% 2 US13,62712,741-6.5% 3 South Korea6,21112,092+94.7% 4 Australia11,33310,543-7.0% 5 Russia5,8878,237+39.9% 6 Japan8,6578,213-5.1% 7 China1,0617,097+568.9% 8 France7,7857,028-9.7% 9 Germany6,9935,984-14.4% 10 Spain5,4945,639+2.6% 11 Italy5,4885,316-3.1% 12 United Kingdom6,6254,590-30.7% 13 Brazil2,2523,589+59.4% 14 Mexico2,0732,736+32.0% 15 India5411,397+158.2% World2,4763,788+53.0% Notably, China now consumes more electricity per person than the UK, France, and even Germany. Europe and Developing Countries Lag Behind Most European countries fall in the mid-range, with Germany at 5,984 kWh and the UK at just 4,590 kWh per capita. Developing countries like India (1,397 kWh) and Mexico (2,736 kWh) remain far below the global average of 3,788 kWh per person. As these countries develop, their electricity consumption is expected to rise steadily. Learn More on the Voronoi App If you enjoyed today’s post, check out What Powered the World in 2024? on Voronoi, the new app from Visual Capitalist.

See this visualization first on the Voronoi app. Use This Visualization Where Are the Poor in America? States Ranked by Poverty 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 Naturally, the largest states (California, Texas, Florida, New York) will have the most number of Americans who are struggling. But Americans in some states are clearly struggling more. For example, North Carolina is 9th by overall population but 5th by Americans in poverty (1.4 million). Its poverty rate is 13.2%. America loves to tally its billionaires and track the S&P’s every tick, but the millions struggling to cover rent or stock the fridge rarely make the headline scroll. Poverty is the country’s most persistent invisibility cloak, present in every zip code, yet ignored in a culture that equates success with worth. In this chart we break down where the poor in America actually live, ranked by each state. Data for this visualization is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau. It averages three years of Current Population Survey results (2021-2023) to estimate how many residents in each state live below the federal poverty line. Read the last section for more information on their methodology. Ranked: U.S. States by Residents in Poverty Four populous states—California, Texas, Florida, and New York—account for 13.5 million low-income residents, or more than one-third of all Americans in poverty. California alone has 4.5 million people struggling to make ends meet, roughly the population of metropolitan Phoenix. RankState# in Poverty (Thousands, Sortable)# in Poverty (Readable)Share of All Americans in Poverty 1California4,5214.5M12.0 2Texas3,9103.9M10.4 3Florida2,7822.8M7.4 4New York2,3492.3M6.2 5North Carolina1,4161.4M3.8 6Georgia1,4001.4M3.7 7Pennsylvania1,3511.4M3.6 8Ohio1,2721.3M3.4 9Illinois1,2451.2M3.3 10Michigan1,1861.2M3.2 11Arizona903903K2.4 12Louisiana853853K2.3 13Virginia783783K2.1 14New Jersey776776K2.1 15Tennessee744744K2.0 16Alabama727727K1.9 17Kentucky699699K1.9 18Missouri675675K1.8 19South Carolina673673K1.8 20Indiana659659K1.8 21Washington658658K1.7 22Massachusetts604604K1.6 23Oklahoma589589K1.6 24Maryland524524K1.4 25Mississippi501501K1.3 26Wisconsin490490K1.3 27Arkansas473473K1.3 28Colorado473473K1.3 29Oregon415415K1.1 30Minnesota409409K1.1 31Nevada409409K1.1 32New Mexico388388K1.0 33Connecticut318318K0.8 34Iowa287287K0.8 35West Virginia268268K0.7 36Kansas255255K0.7 37Utah226226K0.6 38Idaho172172K0.5 39Nebraska165165K0.4 40Hawaii133133K0.4 41Maine120120K0.3 42Montana109109K0.3 43Delaware9898K0.3 44New Hampshire9898K0.3 45Rhode Island9696K0.3 46District of Columbia8888K0.2 47Alaska7474K0.2 48South Dakota7474K0.2 49North Dakota7272K0.2 50Vermont4949K0.1 51Wyoming4949K0.1 N/A U.S.37,61037.6MN/A While the Golden State’s higher cost of living may impact this figure, it also underscores how expensive housing can compound economic hardship, even in high-income states. Fact: People in California have the lowest purchasing power in the country. Poverty Rates vs. Absolute Numbers A fair criticism of this visualization is that it doesn’t account for population. We previously mapped out poverty rates by state in the country to help cover this angle. The table below has the relevant figures. RankStateState CodeShare of Population in Poverty# in Poverty 1LouisianaLA18.9%853K 2New MexicoNM18.5%388K 3MississippiMS17.3%501K 4ArkansasAR15.8%473K 5KentuckyKY15.7%699K 6West VirginiaWV15.3%268K 7OklahomaOK14.9%589K 8AlabamaAL14.6%727K 9District of ColumbiaDC13.4%88K 10North CarolinaNC13.2%1.4M 11TexasTX13.1%3.9M 12GeorgiaGA12.9%1.4M 13NevadaNV12.9%409K 14South CarolinaSC12.7%673K 15FloridaFL12.5%2.8M 16ArizonaAZ12.4%903K 17New YorkNY12.1%2.3M 18MichiganMI11.9%1.2M 19CaliforniaCA11.7%4.5M 20MissouriMO11.1%675K 21OhioOH10.9%1.3M 22PennsylvaniaPA10.7%1.4M 23TennesseeTN10.6%744K 24AlaskaAK10.4%74K 25IllinoisIL10%1.2M 26OregonOR9.8%415K 27IndianaIN9.7%659K 28MontanaMT9.7%109K 29DelawareDE9.6%98K 30HawaiiHI9.3%133K 31North DakotaND9.3%72K 32VirginiaVA9.2%783K 33IowaIA9%287K 34IdahoID8.9%172K 35KansasKS8.9%255K 36Rhode IslandRI8.9%96K 37ConnecticutCT8.8%318K 38MassachusettsMA8.8%604K 39MaineME8.7%120K 40WyomingWY8.6%49K 41MarylandMD8.5%524K 42WashingtonWA8.5%658K 43NebraskaNE8.4%165K 44New JerseyNJ8.4%776K 45WisconsinWI8.4%490K 46South DakotaSD8.3%74K 47ColoradoCO8.2%473K 48VermontVT7.7%49K 49MinnesotaMN7.2%409K 50New HampshireNH7.1%98K 51UtahUT6.7%226K N/AU.S.US11.4%37.6M In fact, California’s poverty rate is 12%, solidly middle of the pack. But its 4.6 million poor residents are larger than the entire state of Oklahoma. By contrast, Mississippi’s headline-grabbing 17% rate represents about 500,000 people. Thus, a national food-assistance program needs almost nine times the meal budget for California, even though Mississippi is poorer than California. Even within similar rate bands, scale varies wildly: Louisiana (18.9%) has 853,000 million people in poverty, compared with 388,000 in New Mexico (18.5%). Thus, absolute numbers are also necessary to flag where to park mobile clinics, expand SNAP distribution sites, and hire caseworkers. Fact: New Mexico also has the highest share of households on income or food support. How Poverty is Measured in America The way the Census Bureau calculates this line is important and can impact the data. They use pretax household income against a threshold at three times the cost of a minimum food diet from 1963, adjusted for family size and inflation. For reference, this is a quick guide on how much a household needs to be earning to be considered below the poverty line in 2023. One person: ≤$15,480 Two people: ≤$19,680 Three people: ≤$24,230 Four people: ≤$31,200 Learn More on the Voronoi App If you enjoyed today’s post, check out What is Costs to Buy a Home in America on Voronoi, the new app from Visual Capitalist.

See this visualization first on the Voronoi app. Use This Visualization Visualized: Men’s vs. Women’s Earnings in the U.S. 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. The gender pay gap continues to be a persistent issue in the U.S. workforce. Even though progress has been made over decades, women still earn less than men across the country. This visualization compares men’s and women’s median weekly, monthly, and annual earnings for full-time wage and salary workers, using data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics as of Q2 2025. The Gender Pay Gap in America On a weekly basis, men earn a median of $1,330, compared to $1,078 for women. That’s a difference of $252 each week. While the difference may appear modest at first glance, this weekly shortfall quickly compounds over time. As seen in the data table below, over the course of a year men end up earning $13,104 more than women in the United States. Pay PeriodMenWomenDifference Weekly$1,330$1,078$252 Biweekly$2,660$2,156$504 Monthly$5,763$4,671$1,092 Annual$69,160$56,056$13,104 Note: Above numbers represent median earnings for full-time wage and salary workers. With men earning a median $69,160 per year and women earning $56,056, this difference can have lasting effects on household income, savings, and retirement contributions. A Smaller Earnings Gap Among Younger Workers If we dig into the earnings data of men and women by age, we can see how the pay gap changes over a worker’s lifetime. The data table below shows how among younger workers aged 16 to 19, men earn a median $36,400 annually while women earn $30,888, resulting in a narrower gap of just $5,512 per year. AgeMenWomenDollar difference 16 to 19 years$36,400$30,888$5,512 20 to 24 years$42,432$38,376$4,056 25 to 34 years$62,296$54,860$7,436 35 to 44 years$78,104$61,880$16,224 45 to 54 years$79,040$61,828$17,212 55 to 64 years$73,684$58,968$14,716 65 years and over$72,436$53,612$18,824 Note: Above numbers represent median earnings for full-time wage and salary workers. For workers aged 20 to 24 there’s an even narrower gender gap of $4,056, with men earning $42,432 annually compared to $38,376 for women. The disparity widens significantly as careers progress, with large mid-career gaps of $16,224 and $17,212 for the 35 to 44 and 45 to 54 age groups respectively. The largest disparity between men’s and women’s earnings is in the oldest cohort aged 65 and over, where the gender pay gap is $18,824 a year. Learn More on the Voronoi App If you enjoyed today’s post, check out the countries with the most wealth per person on Voronoi, the new app from Visual Capitalist.

See this visualization first on the Voronoi app. Use This Visualization Mapped: The Number of Farms in Each U.S. State 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 With 1.88 million farms across all of America, Texas has the most of any state at 231,000. Many of Texas’ farms are ranch-style operations, focused on cattle and hay, which tend to be smaller and thus more numerous than large single crop farms. In terms of farmland, Texas still leads with 125 million acres, followed by Montana (57.4 million acres) and Kansas (44.8 million acres). Today, the average farm in America stands at 466 acres, but there is wide variation across states. In Rhode Island, the average size is 60 acres—but this jumps to 2,743 in Wyoming. Not only does this highlight the dominance of big farms, but how state economies and different types of agricultural production influence the size and scale of farmland. This graphic shows farm counts by state, using data from the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Texas Has More Farms Than Any Other State In the table below, we show the total number of farms in each state in 2024: StateNumber of Farms Texas231,000 Iowa86,700 Missouri85,700 Ohio74,000 Illinois70,000 Oklahoma70,000 Kentucky69,100 Minnesota65,300 Tennessee62,900 California62,500 Wisconsin58,200 Kansas55,500 Indiana52,000 Pennsylvania48,800 Florida44,400 Nebraska44,300 Michigan44,000 North Carolina42,100 Virginia39,000 Georgia38,300 Arkansas37,200 Alabama37,100 Oregon35,500 Colorado35,000 Washington31,800 Mississippi30,800 New York30,500 South Dakota28,300 North Dakota24,800 Louisiana24,600 Montana23,800 South Carolina22,600 West Virginia22,600 Idaho22,500 New Mexico20,800 Utah17,300 Arizona15,100 Maryland12,600 Wyoming10,500 New Jersey9,900 Maine7,000 Massachusetts6,900 Hawaii6,500 Vermont6,300 Connecticut4,900 New Hampshire3,850 Nevada3,100 Delaware2,150 Alaska1,200 Rhode Island1,000 With 231,000 farms, Texas has more than double the second-highest state, Iowa. Across Texas, 2.3 million people are directly employed in the agricultural industry, largely focused on cattle, hay, milk, and corn. Altogether, the industry drove almost $868 billion in economic output last year. In Iowa, farmland covers 84% of the state’s land area—one of the highest nationally. On average, farms are 346 acres in size, with the state being the largest producer of corn and eggs nationally. California, meanwhile, is home to 62,500 farms, with dairy production topping $8.6 billion in 2024—the state’s most valuable commodity last year. Additionally, California produces almost 75% of America’s fruits and nuts and over one-third of its vegetables. On the other end of the spectrum, Rhode Island has just 1,000 farms given its small land area and high population density. Similarly, Alaska (1,200) and Delaware (2,150) each fall at the bottom of the rankings. Learn More on the Voronoi App To learn more about this topic, check out this graphic on the share of farmland by state.