DATA GEMS: What is Microdata and Why Should I Use It?

Can't find an estimate when searching through our pre-tabulated data products?

Using microdata can be a great alternative. Microdata are a set of untabulated records about individual people or housing units that can be used to create custom tables.

In this Data Gem, we will introduce you to the basics of microdata.

 

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Page Last Revised - October 8, 2021