The given bar chart provides information on alterations of population in urban areas of the world. The data are presented in percentage.
Overall, all 6 continents undergo a significant population elevation over three distinct years: 1950, 2007, and the projected year 2050.
In terms of 1950, it can be said the following. Africa and Asia used to have the lowest number of citizens in villages. The fraction of city dwellers in Europe and Latin America was 51% and 42%, while the leaders were North America and Oceania.
The following changes occurred in 2007. Africa and Asia experienced a remarkable growth of the urbanites. In contrast to the 1950, in 2007 the urban population of Europe and Latin America had a steady rise. North America and Oceania demonstrated substantial urbanization.
It is prognosed that by 2050 more than 62% in Africa will live in cities. The number of city inhabitants may reach 66%. During the 43-year period from 2007 to 2050, the urban population of North America as well as Latin America will undergo the biggest boost in urban resident percentage. The population of Europe is expected to reach a little bit more than 60% by 2050, while the urban population of Oceania is projected to hit 76% by 2050.