US Census Bureau
Connect your applications to a wealth of demographic, economic, and geographic data from the U.S. Census Bureau.
Last updated: July 3, 2025
Updated by: Ruan Marinho
What is this integration?
The U.S. Census Bureau Integration provides a seamless way to access and utilize the vast datasets published by the U.S. Census Bureau. It allows developers to programmatically fetch data on population, housing, economic indicators, and more, directly into their applications or analytics platforms.
This integration simplifies the process of querying Census APIs, handling data formatting, and keeping up-to-date with available datasets.
What does it gather?
The integration can access a wide array of data categories, including but not limited to:
Demographic Data: Population counts, age, sex, race, ethnicity, household composition.
Economic Data: Income levels, poverty statistics, employment status, business patterns, industry data.
Housing Data: Housing unit characteristics, occupancy status, home values, rent statistics.
Geographic Data: Information linked to specific geographic areas like states, counties, cities, and census tracts.
Educational Attainment: Data on schooling levels and achievements.
Note: Data availability varies by specific Census Bureau program and survey (e.g., Decennial Census, American Community Survey).
What kind of reports can this integration be used with?
This integration is invaluable for generating a variety of insightful reports, such as:
Demographic Analysis Reports: Understand population trends, age distributions, and diversity within specific regions.
Market Research Reports: Identify target markets based on income, consumer spending potential, and economic characteristics.
Economic Indicator Dashboards: Track employment rates, business growth, and other economic health metrics.
Urban Planning & Development Analysis: Inform decisions on infrastructure, housing development, and public services.
Social Equity & Impact Studies: Analyze disparities in income, education, and access to resources across different demographic groups.
Example report
A sample report generated using data from the U.S. Census Bureau integration.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (Fictional data for Anytown, USA, based on ACS 5-Year Estimates)
Frequently asked questions
How do I connect the Census Bureau integration?
Typically, you'll configure the integration within your application's settings or an admin panel. This might involve providing an API key obtained from the Census Bureau (if required for specific datasets/APIs) or authorizing access via OAuth if supported. Refer to the specific setup guide for this integration.
Is the data updated in real-time?
The U.S. Census Bureau releases data on various schedules. Some datasets, like the Decennial Census, are updated every 10 years. Others, like the American Community Survey (ACS), provide annual estimates. The integration fetches the latest available data according to the Bureau's release schedule, not necessarily in real-time.
What are the limitations on data usage?
Use of Census Bureau data is generally free and open to the public. However, you must adhere to the Census Bureau's terms of service and any API usage limits they impose (e.g., rate limits on queries). It's crucial to cite the U.S. Census Bureau as the source of the data in any publications or applications.
Can I access historical data through this integration?
Yes, for many datasets, the Census Bureau APIs provide access to historical data. The extent of historical data available will depend on the specific survey or program and the capabilities of this integration to query past releases.
Are there costs associated with using this integration or Census data?
The U.S. Census Bureau provides its data to the public free of charge. This integration itself might be offered as part of a free or paid tier depending on the platform providing it. There are no direct costs from the Census Bureau for accessing their standard public data APIs, but be mindful of any rate limits.
For more detailed information, please visit the official U.S. Census Bureau website.
Questions about this integration? Email hello@splashdash.ai
