What if, for your next teen language study trip to the U.S., you decided to explore the Sun Belt? Where is it located, and why is it called that? LEC takes a closer look at this vast—and unofficial—region of the United States.
A region comprising 12 states
The term "Sun Belt" is used to describe the group of states that make up, roughly, the southernmost third of the United States. This vast region of the country is considered to include 12 states —some of which you may have the chance to explore during an upcoming teen language study trip to the U.S. These twelve states, along with their respective populations, are:
- California (38 million)
- Texas (26 million)
- Florida (19.3 million)
- Georgia (9.9 million)
- North Carolina (9.7 million)
- Arizona (6.5 million)
- Alabama (4.8 million)
- South Carolina (4.7 million)
- Louisiana (4.6 million)
- Mississippi (2.9 million)
- Nevada (2.7 million)
- New Mexico (2 million)
A Belt of Sun in the Land of Uncle Sam
While the term " Sun Belt" is sure to come up during a teen language study program in the U.S., on this side of the Atlantic, we can translate it as Sun Belt. There are two reasons for this name. First, the region literally forms a “sun belt” because the climate there is particularly mild. Second, its economic vitality and exceptionally pleasant living environment have helped it earn the nickname of a… sunny region.
Exploring Los Angeles or Miami
Want to explore the Sun Belt through its major metropolitan areas? With LEC, you can explore Los Angeles or Miami, two of the most famous cities in the Sun Belt. Have questions? Contact us: our team is here to help!