Using IBM Research's "Many Eyes" data visualization tools, I have generated a map of all West Virginia counties using U.S. Census data about poverty. Counties are colored based on the percentage of that particular population living below the poverty level. Three different maps were generated based on educational attainment: those with no high school diploma, with a high school diploma, and with a Bachelor's (or higher) degree. View the visualization by clicking below:
Percentage of West Virginia Population Living Below Poverty Level, 2010
It is evident from the three maps that encouraging West Virginia students to complete high school and then pursue a college education is an important step in improving the future of our state and its residents.
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