Sunday, July 17, 2011

Thematic Map

http://www.bostonstudies.com/thematic-maps.html

This thematic map pictured is illustrating the range of median household income for the city of Boston and the surronding areas for year 2008. The different variables of income are shaded in different colors on the map. These maps are used to illustrate a specific theme in a certain area on a map. Some common interests of thematic maps are, social, physical and economic aspects which are covered on a map.

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