data.census.gov Resources

Get an overview of resources available for help on using data.census.gov, the Census API, and Microdata Access.

How-to Materials for Using the Microdata Access

Do you have questions on how to use Microdata Access? Check out our step-by-step guidance to learn how to use Microdata Access to create your own tabulations.

PUMS on data.census.gov Step-by-Step Guide

Learn more about creating ACS custom tables on data.census.gov through this step-by-step guide.

Transition from DataFerrett

Find our plans for data migration and access the Deep Link document to migrate links to your favorite tables.

Using Public Microdata to Create Custom Tables on data.census.gov

In this webinar, you will learn how to create custom tables using public use microdata, customize your view, download the data, and provide your feedback.

Introduction to the American Community Survey Public Use Microdata Sample (PUMS) Files

In this webinar, we will discuss foundational aspects of working with the ACS PUMS files.

What is Microdata and Why Should I Use It?

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