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Using American Community Survey Data with Open-Source Software

Statistical software is a powerful way to quickly and consistently retrieve and interact with data. Open-source programming languages allow developers to create libraries and packages that give data users the opportunity to work with American Community Survey (ACS) data in new and innovative ways. Visit the resources below to help you learn more about working with ACS data.

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Getting Started with American Community Survey Data in R and Python

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Dive into American Community Survey (ACS) data using R and Python statistical software packages and libraries.
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Learn how to use American Community Survey data with the Census Data Application Programming Interface (API), which provides streamlined access to Census data.

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American Community Survey Data Users Group

The ACS Data Users Group improves understanding of the value and utility of ACS data and promotes information sharing among data users about key ACS data issues and applications. Membership is free and open to all interested ACS data users.