In this Data Gem, you’ll learn how to find valuable business data from the Economic Census for different local areas—like states, counties, metro areas, and cities. We’ll show you how to filter data by geography and industry, so you can analyze U.S. economy data such as business growth data, key business information like the number of firms, total sales, payroll, and employment. Whether you’re researching a specific city or a particular industry like restaurants, this video will help you get the data you need to make informed decisions.

The Economic Census is conducted every 5 years and provides the most complete snapshot of the U.S. economy, with data on various business sectors. Learn how to access this data using data.census.gov and start comparing industries across different areas. Watch now to explore local economic data and find out what’s coming in future data releases!