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data.census.gov Training
data.census.gov Training
data.census.gov Data Gems
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TutorialDiscover the U.S. Foreign-Born Population by Place of BirthIn this Data Gem, you will learn how to use an interactive data visualization to see where the foreign-born population lives, and has changed over the decades.
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TutorialWhat Is the Margin of Error?In this Data Gem, you will understand why we offer MOEs and how an estimate, paired with its MOE, describes a population.
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TutorialInternational Demographic Trends using the International DatabaseIn this Data Gem, we show you how to use the International Database (IDB) to compare demographic data.
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TutorialHow to Access Population Data with the International DatabaseIn this Data Gem, we show you how to use the International Database (IDB) to access population data around the world.
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TutorialInside Your State LegislatureIn this Data Gem, we show you how to locate data for both the Upper and Lower Chambers of your State Legislative District.
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TutorialWhat Detailed Data Are Available for the Hispanic Community?In this Data Gem, learn how to access disaggregated data for specific Hispanic groups using data.census.gov.
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TutorialCómo puede obtener los datos de su vecindario con solo unos clics?Usando sectores censales puede seleccionar los límites de su área y acceder estadísticas demográficas, socioeconómicas y de vivienda sobre su comunidad.
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TutorialHow to Find Population Counts for Detailed Race and Hispanic Origin GroupsIn this Data Gem, you will learn how to easily map the most prevalent detailed race and ethnicity groups and American Indian and Alaska Native tribes.
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TutorialDiscover My Tribal Area, a Tool to Quickly Find DataIn this Data Gem, we will show you how easy it is to access data about people, jobs, housing, economy, and education for a tribal nation reservation.
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TutorialFind What Survey Has the Data You Need with Census Survey ExplorerThis Data Gem will use practical real-life examples to teach you how search our surveys with the Census Survey Explorer.
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TutorialHow Do I Access Data for My Neighborhood from the Redistricting Files?In this Data Gem, you will learn how to access data about your neighborhood from the 2020 Census redistricting files for tracts and blocks.
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TutorialCan I Compare 2020 Census and 2010 Census Redistricting Data?In this Data Gem, you will learn a few tips about comparing 2020 Census and 2010 Census Redistricting data.
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TutorialHow Can I Access 2020 Census Redistricting Data?In this Data Gem, you will discover three valuable resources to access these data. You will also learn about when to use one tool versus the others.
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TutorialHow Do I Access GQ Data from the 2020 Census Redistricting Data?In this Data Gem, you will learn how to access Group Quarters population data from the 2020 Census Redistricting Data Files.
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TutorialHow Can I Visualize Race and Hispanic Origin Data?This Data Gem will teach you how to use an interactive data visualization to identify trends for the nation, state, and county.
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TutorialHow Can I Visualize Data for the Adult and Children Population?In this Data Gem, you will learn how to identify trends for states and counties for the adult and under-age 18 population.
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TutorialHow to Visualize Population and Housing Trends Between 2020 and 2010This Data Gem will introduce how to access population and housing data for your state, county, and metro area from the 2020 Census.
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TutorialHow Can I Access Data about Race and Ethnic Diversity?In this Data Gem, you will learn how to access race and ethnic diversity data in 2010 and 2020 using an interactive data visualization.
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TutorialWhat Are Census Blocks?In this Data Gem, we will take you on a field trip around a Census Block, discuss its features, and show you how to select blocks when accessing data.
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TutorialHow to Download the Complete Set of 2020 Census Redistricting FilesIn this Data Gem you will learn where to locate and download the full 2020 Census Redistricting P.L.94-171 data files for you state.
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TutorialHow to Create and Customize a Map Using data.census.govIn this Data Gem, we will show you how to create maps using data.census.gov to customize and visualize data for your area.
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TutorialHow to Visualize Data from a Table Using data.census.govIf you want to visualize data from a table available on data.census.gov, Jessica Barnett will walk you through a few easy steps to create a thematic map.
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TutorialHow to Visualize Your Data Using Thematic Maps on data.census.govFollow along with this Data Gem, where we show you just how quick and easy it is to create a visualization from a table on data.census.gov.
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TutorialLearn the First Steps to Creating Your Own Tabulation Using MicrodataIn this Data Gem we will show you the first steps to creating your own tabulation using the Microdata Tabulation Tool at data.census.gov.
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TutorialWhat is Microdata and Why Should I Use It?Microdata are a set of untabulated records about individual people or housing units that can be used to create custom tables.
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TutorialHow to Use Filters on data.census.govLearn how to use pre-selected filters to find new data tables as well as table IDs to access your favorite products.
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TutorialHow to Access Data for Your Neighborhood in Just a Few ClicksUsing census tracts, you can select the boundaries of your area and access demographic, socioeconomic, and housing statistics about your community.
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TutorialSave Time by Saving Your Data Search and Results on data.census.govIn this Data Gem you will learn a few great tricks about how to save and edit your filters, data search and results when accessing data on data.census.gov.
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TutorialHow to Print and Transfer Data Tables to Excel Using data.census.govIn this Data Gem you will learn a neat trick about how to transfer a data table in its original format to an excel spreadsheet.
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TutorialHow to Select Your Area to Access Data Using data.census.govLearn three easy ways to select your area on data.census.gov.
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TutorialHow to Access Race Data on data.census.govExplore Census data by race with these tricks on data.census.gov.
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TutorialHow to Access Data About the Hispanic Population on data.census.govLearn tricks to easily access data on the Hispanic population using data.census.gov.
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TutorialHow to Access an ACS Data Profile about Your CommunityLearn how to access socioeconomic, housing, and demographic statistics for your area at data.census.gov.
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TutorialHow to Customize and Download Tables Using data.census.govDiscover easy tricks to customize your table and learn how to download it in two different formats.
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TutorialHow to Navigate data.census.govLearn two easy ways to get started with your search on data.census.gov.
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TutorialHow to Visualize Data for Your Area on data.census.govDiscover how to visualize the most popular statistics for your area through the data visualization profiles on data.census.gov.
data.census.gov Courses
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CoursesDiscovering the American Community SurveyA comprehensive guide to survey information, data access, analysis, and statistics for America's largest survey.
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CoursesThe Comprehensive Course for Accessing 2020 Census Redistricting DataThis all-levels course will demonstrate several methods to access these data.
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CoursesIns and Outs and Whereabouts of Census Bureau GeographyThis course covers a baseline understanding of geographic concepts and areas a beginner needs to proceed with finding Census Bureau data.
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CoursesAnalyzing Census Data in SAS StudioIn this course series, learn how to access, import, visualize, prepare, and analyze U.S. Census Bureau data in SAS Studio.
data.census.gov Webinars
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Race & Ethnicity Data on data.census.govJoin this webinar where we will define the concepts of race and ethnicity in accordance to the U.S. Office of Management and Budget Standards.
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What are Public Use Microdata Areas (PUMAs)?Learn more about where to find Public Use Microdata Sample data and when to use the Public Use Microdata Areas (PUMAs).
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Exploring the Diversity and Growth of the Asian American PopulationBuild your knowledge to paint a local portrait of Asian Americans using Census Bureau data.
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The Exploration of Income, Poverty and Educational Census DataIn this webinar we will explore data to find select income, poverty, education statistics & tables organized by race (black and white), age, and sex.
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data.census.gov News and Updates: January 2024Join us for this webinar where we will cover the most exciting data.census.gov updates from September to January 2024.
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Veterans: Who are They, Where are They & What are Their NeedsLearn how to use data.census.gov, to find where our veterans are living, how many are living in poverty, and their health insurance needs.
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Annual Business Survey Data and How to Find It on data.census.govIn this webinar event, our presenter will briefly cover what ABS data are available through data.census.gov, and walk through navigating the platform.
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Using the API to Access Data for Puerto RicoFor data users who want to learn how to access data for Puerto Rico from the Census Data API without third-party software or programming knowledge.
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MDAT to Tabulate Data for Puerto RicoThis webinar is designed for data users who want to learn how to access data for Puerto Rico from Microdata Access Tool (MDAT).
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Using data.census.gov to Map Data from Puerto Rico Community SurveyDuring this session, participants will learn how to map and visualize data from the Puerto Rico Community Survey (PRCS) using data.census.gov
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data.census.gov for Beginners: How to Get StartedThis webinar is designed for data users who want to learn how to use data.census.gov for the first time, or those who may just need a refresh.
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Puerto Rico Geography for Data AccessDuring this session, participants will learn about legal, administrative, and statistical geographies that is available for data accessing.
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Explore Foreign-Born and Ancestry Population DataIn this workshop, we will demonstrate how to search for topics such as nativity, ancestry, language, and more.
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Data.census.gov News and Updates: August 2023In this webinar we cover updates on data.census.gov implemented since the beginning of February 2023.
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Locating 2020 Island Areas Censuses DHC Data on data.census.govJoin us for this webinar, where we will guide you through the data search platform, data.census.gov, to quickly access the data.
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Journalists and the American Community SurveyLearn more about the American Community Survey (ACS) and data available for journalists to use to strengthen and localize their stories.
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Data.census.gov Q&A Webinar - June 2023During this webinar we will go over some of the most common questions we have received over the last several months as well as questions submitted via the chat.
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Finding Data for the 5 Race CategoriesThrough this hands-on workshop we will cover how to locate data for the 5 race categories.
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Accessing 2020 Decennial Census DHC DataThis webinar focuses on leveraging data.census.gov to find available 2020 Census Demographic and Housing Characteristics and Demographic Profile data.
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Disability Data Through a Different PerspectiveThis webinar provides an overview of various Census Bureau data sources and disability data trends through hands-on exercises using data.census.gov.
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Where are the Kids? Explore Data for Children 18 Years and UnderThis workshop will focus on hands-on exercises to access children's well-being data using census tools.
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Using data.census.gov to Explore Race & Ethnicity DataThe Census Bureau has ample demographic and socioeconomic data by race and ethnicity, and it's all available in our data platform, data.census.gov.
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Building Tables Using MDAT in data.census.govThis webinar will cover the basics of using data.census.gov and the Microdata Access Tool (MDAT).
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Exploring Economic Data on data.census.govIn this session, you will learn how to access business data from various Census Economic Surveys and programs on our data platform.
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How to Submit a WorkflowIn this session, you will learn how to access business data from various Census Economic Surveys and programs on our data platform.
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Finding Your Way Through Census Bureau GeographiesExplore 5 different types of Census Bureau geographies by learning their backgrounds.
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data.census.gov News and Updates: January 2023Join us for this webinar, where we will cover updates on data.census.gov for the months of October, November, and December.
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Puerto Rico and the American Community SurveyLearn more about the Puerto Rico Community Survey (PRCS) and data available for communities in Puerto Rico.
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2021 Annual Business SurveyThis webinar will provide a high-level overview of the ABS and highlight interesting data points from the 2021 ABS and previous survey years.
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An Introduction and Getting Started on data.census.govExplore downloading data, using the map feature, and customizing table views.
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data.census.gov: News and Updates � September 2022In this webinar we cover updates on data.census.gov implemented since the end of June.
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data.census.gov Q&A Webinar � July 2022During this webinar we host a question and answer about data.census.gov.
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Introduction to American Community Survey Group Quarters DataThis webinar explains the different Group Quarter (GQ) classifications and provides an overview of the American Community Survey (ACS) GQ Data.
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Your Community by the Numbers: Data for Community DevelopmentLearn how to use data.census.gov to access the most current and relevant demographic, socioeconomic, and housing statistics about your community.
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data.census.gov News and Updates: June 2022This webinar will cover updates on data.census.gov for the months of April, May, and June.
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Mastering Complex Geographies on data.census.govThis training shows you how to select geographic components, find which geographies are compatible with a dataset, and how to use the mapping feature.
data.census.gov Videos
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VideoFinding and Using Census Data from data.census.gov to Determine Program QualificationIn this video, using an example program, we show you how to locate the data tables on data.census.gov. We then show you how to perform basic calculations.
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VideoData Gem: What is the Margin of ErrorIn this Data Gem, you will understand why we offer MOEs and how an estimate, paired with its MOE, describes a population.
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VideoLocating 2020 and 2010 Island Areas Censuses Detailed Cross-Tabulation DataIn this tutorial we cover beneficial changes from what was provided in 2010...
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VideoAccessing 2020 Island Areas Censuses Cross-Tabulation DataLearn how to access data from the 2020 Island Areas Censuses Detailed Cross-Tabulations on data.census.gov.
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Video2020 Census Detailed DHC-A: Using the Census Data API to Get a TableLearn how to access data from the Application Programming Interface (API) to get a table from the 2020 Census Detailed DHC-A.
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VideoAccessing 2020 Census Detailed DHC-A Data: Census TractsLearn how to find 2020 Census Detailed Demographic and Housing Characteristics File A data at the Census Tract level on data.census.gov.
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Video2020 Census Detailed DHC-A: Using the Census Data API to Get Individual Data PointsLearn how to access data from the Application Programming Interface (API) to find individual data points from the 2020 Census Detailed DHC-A.
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VideoHow the Detailed DHC-A Adaptive Design Determines Data AvailabilityIn this video tutorial, we show you what to expect in data.census.gov when accessing data from the 2020 Census Detailed DHC-A.
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VideoComparing 2020 Census Detailed DHC-A Data to 2010 Census DataLearn how to access data from the 2020 Census Detailed Demographic and Housing Characteristics File A and compare it with data from the 2010 Census.
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VideoAccessing 2020 Census Detailed DHC-A Data on data.census.govLearn how to access data on detailed racial and ethnic groups and American Indian and Alaska Native tribes and villages from the 2020 Census Detailed DHC-A.
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VideoDownloading, Exporting, and Sharing 2020 Census Detailed DHC-A DataIn this video tutorial, we show you how to download, export, and share 2020 Census Detailed DHC-A tables you find in data.census.gov.
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VideoAccessing 2020 Island Areas Censuses Data: General AccessIn this video tutorial we show you how to access data from the 2020 Island Areas Censuses on data.census.gov.
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VideoAccessing 2020 Island Areas Censuses Data: Download, Export, and FTPLearn how to export and download data from the 2020 Island Areas Censuses on data.census.gov.
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Video2020 Demographic and Housing Characteristics File: Using the Census Data API to Get a TableLearn how to access data from the API to get a table from the 2020 Census Demographic and Housing Characteristics File.
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VideoAccessing 2020 Census Demographic and Housing Characteristics Data on data.census.govIn this video tutorial, we show you how to access 2020 Census Demographic and Housing Characteristics housing data in data.census.gov.
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Video2020 Demographic and Housing Characteristics File: Using the Census Data API to Get Individual Data PointsLearn how to access data from the API to find individual data points from the 2020 Census Demographic and Housing Characteristics File.
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VideoDownloading, Exporting, and Sharing 2020 Census Demographic and Housing Characteristics DataLearn how to download, export, and share 2020 Census Demographic and Housing Characteristics tables you find in data.census.gov.
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VideoFinding 2020 Census Demographic and Housing Characteristics Data for Urban and Rural Geographic ComponentsIn this video tutorial, we show you how to access data from the 2020 Census DHC for the urban and rural portions of a geography.
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VideoComparing 2020 Census Demographic and Housing Characteristics Data to 2010 Census DataLearn how to access data from the 2020 Census Demographic and Housing Characteristics File and compare it with data from the 2010 Census.
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VideoAccessing 2020 Census Demographic and Housing Characteristics Data: Census TractsLearn how to find 2020 Census Demographic and Housing Characteristics data at the Census Tract level on data.census.gov.
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VideoBuilding a Custom Table Using MDATWatch this video to learn how to use Microdata Access (MDAT) through data.census.gov, and create customized tabulation.
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VideoHow to Export and Download Tables in data.census.govIn this video tutorial, we show you the differences between exporting and downloading data from data.census.gov.
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VideoExplanation of Mapping Buttons on data.census.govLearn all about the mapping buttons found in the ribbon of the Census Bureau’s main data search platform, data.census.gov.
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VideoHow to Create a Map from a Table Using data.census.govLearn how to create a map using a table you found on the Census Bureau’s main data search platform, data.census.gov.
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VideoHow to Create a Map from Scratch Using data.census.govLearn how to create a map using data you found on the Census Bureau’s main data search platform, data.census.gov.
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VideoAccessing 2020 Island Areas Censuses Data on data.census.govLearn how to access data from the 2020 Island Areas Censuses.
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VideoUsing the FTP for Island Areas Data on data.census.govLearn how to export and download data from the 2020 Island Areas Censuses.
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VideoExplore the Design Refresh on data.census.govLet us show you around the modern new look of the redesigned data.census.gov.
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VideoHow to Start Navigating data.census.govIn this video, we highlight new features available on our data dissemination tool, data.census.gov.
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VideoCreating Customized Tables: Microdata Access Tool in data.census.govLearn how the Microdata Access Tool (MDAT) allows users to create custom tabulations with various available Public Use Microdata sets and vintages.
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VideoRedistricting Data Through the Census Data API: Tables and Group CallsFollowing a few core concepts and steps, you can learn how to extract 2020 P.L. 94-171 Redistricting Data using the Census Bureau's API.
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VideoAccessing 2020 Redistricting Data: Mapping GeographiesLearn how to map geographies using data.census.gov.
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VideoRedistricting Data Through the Census Data API: Single EstimatesLearn the core concepts and steps needed to extract 2020 P.L. 94-171 Redistricting Data using the Census Bureau's Application Programming Interface (API).
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VideoComparing 2010 and 2020 Redistricting Data on data.census.govMany data users will want to access the newly release 2020 Redistricting Data and compare it with the previous 2010 Redistricting data.
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VideoAccessing 2020 Redistricting Data: Census BlocksLearn how to find 2020 P.L. 94-171 Redistricting data at the Census block level on data.census.gov.
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VideoAccessing 2020 Census Redistricting Data on data.census.govIn this video tutorial, we show you various examples on how to access Redistricting Data to pull tables on housing population counts, apply filters, and more.
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