This all-level course will teach you the basics about the Decennial Census, the Redistricting Data Program, Public Law 94-171 redistricting data, geographic availability, and the legacy format. You will then learn about the available sources to access these data and the features of each source.
Part 2 will demonstrate how to find and access 2020 Census Redistricting Data. Select one or more learning pathways (1-4) to learn how to access data from the Census FTP, data visualizations, data.census.gov, and the Census API.
Redistricting data are released for the purpose of redrawing legislative and electoral district boundaries but are often interesting and valuable to researchers, academics, and more. These data are the first demographic and housing 2020 Decennial Census data available down to the block summary level geography.
Who Should Take This Course?
Redistricting Program managers and staff, data analysts, data scientists, media and data users who wish to learn more about how to access and use Redistricting data from the 2020 Census.
