Geography Data
Geography Data
Geospatial data have a locational component. We create specific tools tailored to the geospatial aspect of data.
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Census Mapping FilesA way of putting geographical information into files. Files include Shapefiles (Partnership, TIGER/Line, Cartographic Boundary), KML and File Geodatabase files.
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Reference FileCensus Reference FilesGeographic Reference Files list codes for geographic entities. These include Relationship Files, Gazetteer Files, Block Assignment Files, and Tally Files.
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Reference MapCensus Reference MapsReference maps show the boundaries and names of geographic areas for which the Census Bureau tabulates statistical data, but do not visualize the data.
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TIGERwebTIGERweb system visualizes Topologically Integrated Geographic Encoding and Referencing (TIGER) data, including legal and statistical boundaries and features.
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Census GeocoderThe Census Geocoder geocodes addresses within the United States, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Island Areas.
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TIGER Data Products GuideHelp determining which TIGER Product to use.
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Interactive MapsWork with interactive mapping tools from across the Census Bureau.
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TrainingCensus AcademyFree courses to teach you how to use Census data. Learn how to use the U.S. Census Bureau's free data for work, school, or other projects.
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How Can I Find the Land Area of a Geography?The GEOINFO table on data.census.gov provides land area for geographies covered by Census Bureau surveys and programs.
Related Information
MAPPING FILE
TIGER/Line Shapefiles
VISUALIZATION
Census Infographics & Visualizations
Page Last Revised - August 6, 2025