### Question
What is the definition of rural?


### Answer
The definition of **rural** is as follows in *34 U.S.C. § 11103*:

> an area that is not located in a metropolitan statistical area, as defined by the Office of Management and Budget

#### Citation:
  - *34 U.S.C. § 11103*
  - Heading: **Subtitle I-Comprehensive Acts > CHAPTER 111-JUVENILE JUSTICE AND DELINQUENCY PREVENTION > SUBCHAPTER I-GENERALLY**

