Geography of the United States
Statistics report on the geography of the United States
This report presents a range of statistics relating to the geography of the United States. As the third largest country in the world, the United States boasts one of the most diverse topographies in the world. From the polar wilderness of Alaska, to the tropics of Florida or Hawaii, the United States has a variety of landscapes stretching across its territory. This report includes data relating to the geographical features of the United States, such as its rivers, lakes, mountains, forests, and deserts, as well as population distribution and how geography creates recreational opportunities.
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Geography of the United States
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English
Released
2023
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Largest countries and territories in the world by area
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United States - total geographical area by state
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Global land border length between countries
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Length of U.S. border shared with Mexico and Canada
Waters
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United States: water area 2018, by state or territory
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The largest rivers in the U.S. as of 2005, by length
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World's largest rivers based on drainage area
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Discharge of the largest rivers in the U.S. as of 2005
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The largest lakes in the U.S. in 2003, by area
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Great Lakes' surface area
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Great Lakes' water volume
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Great Lakes' retention/replacement time
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Deepest lakes in the world
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World's longest coastlines
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Cities with the most beach miles per 100,000 residents in the U.S. 2022
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Annual precipitation in the United States 2024, by state
Mountains & elevation
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United States: highest point in each state or territory
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United States: lowest point in each state or territory as of 2005
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United States: average elevation in each state or territory as of 2005
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Cities with the highest altitudes in the world
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World's longest mountain ranges
Deserts & Forests
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World's largest deserts
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Highest recorded temperatures in Death Valley, United States as of 2020
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Ten countries with most forest area 2025
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Total U.S. forest land area in 2017, by region
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U.S. land use share by land type 2017
Population & urbanization
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Population in U.S. states 2025
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Population density in the U.S. 2023, by state
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Urbanization in the United States 1790 to 2050
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Population of metropolitan areas in the U.S. 2025
Outdoor tourism
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Number of snow sports (skier/snowboard) visits in the United States 2000-2021
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United States number of ski areas operating, per state 2022/23
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Longest hiking routes in the world 2021
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Hiking participation in the U.S. 2010-2025
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Camping participation in the U.S. 2010-2025
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Sailing participation in the U.S. 2010-2025
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Number of visitors to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park in the U.S. 2008-2024
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Number of visitors to the Grand Canyon National Park in the U.S. 2008-2024
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Number of visitors to Yellowstone National Park in the U.S. 2008-2024
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