America's Emptiest City

There are some interesting trends, facts and stories that are coming out of this economic catastrophe. What has occurred and is continuing to happen is a 180 degree turn in how Americans view their lives, their families and their possessions. I am sure this last year and the 5 years that led up to it will provide fodder for many a university level sociology class.

It is ironic that America's emptiest city is one that is the epitome of decadence. First, a city is loosely defined as one with over a certain number of people and comparatively I am talking about big cities. According to Forbes the emptiest city is Las Vegas. This is based on vacancy rates for rentals, the number of houses that are empty, and decline in school populations.

So, the number one spot is indicative of the change in consumerism, recreation, decadence and impulsiveness....boy are we in for the change of the century.