How do I get started with my search?
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 a filtering experience. Many results can be found through either option, but some complex searches are only available through the filter selections. To help you get started, we’ve included some guidance on when to use single search vs. filters.
Single Search: Recommended to get a quick statistic or to search a single code or table ID
| Type into single search... | Example Searches |
|---|---|
| Geographies | Arizona, Maricopa County, AZ |
| Topic | Poverty |
| Year | 2010 |
| Table ID | B19013 |
| Groups of Tables | B19 |
| NAICS | 531 (NAICS code for real estate) |
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”
Filters: Recommended for complex searches or to explore available options
| Use Filters to Find... | Example Filters |
|---|---|
| Survey/Program or Table Type | ACS 1-Year Detailed Tables |
| Geographies with complex names | Census Tract 100.01, Bibb County, AL |
| Collections of geographies | All places in the United States |
| Cross Tabulations | Earnings by Educational Attainment |
Detailed Population Groups by:
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Detailed Population Group Examples:
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Codes for:
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531-Real Estate |
Most detailed population groups and geographies with complex names are available only through the filters.
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