Comparative Trends Analysis of Population, 1969-2010 - Generate graphic analysis and summary reports of local area growth and change. Compare local, state and nationwide economic trends focusing on population. Attracting and retaining people to live, work, raise a family, and retire underlies the economic growth of any region. Population growth is both a cause--and a consequence--of economic growth. Patterns of population growth and change reflect differences among regions to attract and retain people both as producers and consumers in their economy.