Smart growth in seven cities map series

Maps of density and growth in seven northwest cities

: Boise-Area Population Density Map

In Sightline's study of seven Pacific Northwest cities, Boise, Idaho, is the region's most sprawling metropolis.; Vancouver-Area Population Density Map

Vancouver, BC, is the Cascadia region's leader in smart growth.; Victoria-Area Population Density Map

People per acre in the Victoria, BC area; Victoria is a leader in compact growth.; Eugene-Area Population Density Map

Eugene, Oregon, is relatively dense compared to other mid-size Cascadian cities.; Portland-Area Population Density Map

Portland, Oregon, has succeeded in protecting rural land from suburban development.; Spokane-Area Population Density Map

Spokane, Washington has relatively low density, compared to other Northwest cities.; Seattle-Area Population Density Map

From 1990 to 2000, mapping of census data shows that the Seattle area became more compact.