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U.S. Population and Highway Vehicle Miles Traveled (VMT) 2000-2030
U.S. Population and Highway Vehicle Miles Traveled (VMT) 2000-2030
Highway VMT are projected to grow 60% by 2030, in step with the growing U.S. population.
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| Year | Highway VMT (billions) | Total U.S. Population (millions) |
|---|---|---|
| 2000 | 2,631 | 281.4 |
| 2005 | 2,952 | 295.5 |
| 2010 | 3,126 | 308.9 |
| 2015 | 3,493 | 322.4 |
| 2020 | 3,881 | 335.8 |
| 2025 | 4,293 | 349.4 |
| 2030 | 4,733 | 363.6 |
Sources: U.S. Department of Energy/Energy Information Administration
U.S. Census Bureau