Was the west densely populated in 1781?

Answer 1

No, the west was not densely populated in 1781. The population began to change rapidly during the 1800s and into the 1900s when the west became more settled.

Answer 2

The western regions of North America in 1781 were generally sparsely populated compared to the eastern coastal areas. Native American tribes and some European settlers lived in these regions, but the population density was much lower than in the eastern colonies.