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Suburban flight shifts toward distant rural areas in 1970s
Demographers note a trend of families moving beyond suburbs into hinterlands due to desires for good schools, large yards, safety, and services. Growth stems from decentralization and commuting access, with energy concerns nudging migration away from urban cores. Rural areas gain from recreational industries and mining jobs, while young residents stay closer to home.
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DeJong
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Maryland
Garrett
Glenn Fuguitl
University of Wisconsin