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Urbanization

Evidence-informed definition Updated July 23, 2024 How to cite this entry

Urbanization is the process through which an increasing proportion of a population resides in urban areas, resulting in the growth and expansion of cities and towns. This typically involves the migration of people from rural or less developed areas to urban centers in search of employment, better living conditions, and access to improved infrastructure and services.

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