The line graph illustrates population trends in Vietnam from 1960 to 2020, highlighting the shift from rural to urban living. Overall, the urban population in Vietnam has shown a steady increase over the years, while the rural population has steadily decreased.

In 1960, the majority of Vietnamese people lived in rural areas, with the rural population accounting for nearly 80% of the total. However, from 1960 to 1980, the rural population saw a gradual decline, dropping to around 70%. From 1990, this trend accelerated, and by 2020, the rural population had fallen to about 50%.

By contrast, the urban population rose consistently throughout the same period. In 1960, only about 20% of the population lived in cities. This figure grew significantly, reaching around 30% by 1980. From 1990 onwards, urbanization surged, with the urban population increasing sharply, reaching over 50% by 2020.

These trends reflect significant urbanization in Vietnam over the last six decades.