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How do I get started with my search?

You have two options to start your search on the landing page of data.census.gov: a free-form single search bar or an advanced search filtering experience. Many results can be found through either experience, but some complex searches are only available through the advanced search. To help you get started, we’ve included some guidance on when to use single search vs. advanced search.

Single Search: Recommended to get a quick statistic or to search a single code or table ID

You can combine multiple types of keywords in the same search. For example:

  • Topic + Geography: “Poverty in Arizona”
  • NAICS + Year + Geography: “531, 2012, All counties in Arizona”

 

Advanced Search: Recommended for complex searches or to explore available options

 

Most detailed population groups and geographies with complex names are available only through the advanced search.

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Email us at census.data@census.gov for any questions or comments you may have.  For more guidance on data availability and using data.census.gov, the Census API, and Microdata Access, visit our Resources page.

Page Last Revised - January 22, 2025
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