Touring the Mapping Features on data.census.gov
Mapping data points is a great way to visualize the wealth of data available on data.census.gov, the Census Bureau's main data search platform. In this tutorial, we walk you through the mapping features and functionalities available when producing maps on data.census.gov including choosing values, creating boundaries, and how to print. This video is your first stop to begin mapping your data!
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