Million Cities in Brazil 1950-2035

This bar chart race shows urban agglomerations in Brazil with over one million urban population, and urbanization in percentage and total urban population, from 1950 to projected in 2035.

City flags are depicted.

Since 1950, Brazil has undergone significant urbanization, characterized by rapid growth in the number and size of its urban agglomerations, particularly those with populations exceeding one million (million+ urban agglomerations).
1950s: Brazil's urbanization began to accelerate, driven by industrialization, economic opportunities in cities, and rural-to-urban migration. At this time, only a few cities, such as São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro, had populations over one million.
1960s-1970s: The urban population grew dramatically. By 1970, Brazil's urban population exceeded its rural population for the first time. Major cities like Belo Horizonte, Salvador, and Porto Alegre joined the ranks of million+ agglomerations.
1980s-1990s: Continued economic development and urban migration led to more cities surpassing the one million mark. The rise of new industrial centers and expanded metropolitan areas played a significant role.
2000s-Present: The trend of urban expansion continued, with cities like Brasília, Curitiba, and Manaus experiencing significant population growth. Urban sprawl and the development of metropolitan regions have become prominent.

Data sources and projections: World Bank and UN

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