What is the difference between a city, a metropolitan area and a community?
For the purpose of the American Fitness Index, the data report evaluates Metropolitan Statistical Areas (MSAs) according the U.S. Census Bureau. An MSA can also be referred to as a “community” and/or a “city.” If referred to by city, the report is referencing the entire MSA or metro area, but uses the name of the largest principal city. For example, Atlanta is the principal city of the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Marietta MSA. The Atlanta community and the nickname Metro Atlanta refer to the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Marietta MSA.
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