Selecting Rural Data in data.census.gov, April 2024
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The document provides a detailed guide on how to find rural health statistics using data.census.gov and ruralhealthinfo.org. It outlines two methods: first by selecting geography then topic, and second by selecting topic then geography, each with specific steps for filtering and customizing the data displayed. Additionally, it offers tips for navigating the results and adjusting table displays for better insights.
Selecting Rural Data in data.census.gov, April 2024
- 1. Finding Statistics and Data Related to Rural Health Selecting Rural Data in data.census.gov April 2024 ruralhealthinfo.org
- 4. Select “Advanced Search.” Method 1: Geography, then Topic
- 5. Find “Geography” in the filter panel. Method 1: Geography, then Topic
- 6. For comparison you may first want to select the United States as a whole. Method 1: Geography, then Topic
- 7. Next select “Show Geographic Components.” Method 1: Geography, then Topic
- 8. Search for “rural” to narrow the list of geographic options. Method 1: Geography, then Topic
- 9. Select the choices you want, such as “United States – Rural.” Method 1: Geography, then Topic
- 10. Now filter by the type of data you are interested in using the Topics filter. Method 1: Geography, then Topic
- 11. For example, you might be seeking data on veterans. Select “Populations and People” first and then “Veterans.” Method 1: Geography, then Topic
- 12. After making your selection, click the “Search” button in the bottom right. Method 1: Geography, then Topic
- 13. The results will list matching tables, maps, and Census web pages. Method 1: Geography, then Topic
- 14. Select a table, then the arrows to collapse the filter and result menus. Method 1: Geography, then Topic
- 15. Switch the table to the ACS 5-Year Estimates. Method 1: Geography, then Topic
- 16. ruralhealthinfo.org Method 2: Topic, then Geography
- 17. From the main page enter your topic and click “Search.” Method 2: Topic, then Geography
- 18. The results will list matching tables, maps, and Census web pages. Method 2: Topic, then Geography
- 19. Select the “+” under the table and select ACS 5-year Estimates. Method 2: Topic, then Geography
- 20. Select “Geos” to pick the geographies of interest to you. Method 2: Topic, then Geography
- 21. Select “Nation” then “United States.” Method 2: Topic, then Geography
- 22. Click the “Show Geographic Components” option. Method 2: Topic, then Geography
- 23. Select “United States – Rural.” Method 2: Topic, then Geography
- 24. Use the arrows to collapse the result menu. Method 2: Topic, then Geography
- 25. You will get detailed data for the geography and topic selected. Method 2: Topic, then Geography United States United States -- Rural
- 26. Similarly, you could switch to State, Show Geographic Components, search for “Colorado” and add geographies. Method 2: Topic, then Geography
- 27. To compare metropolitan, micropolitan (large rural), not metro/micro (small rural), select these: Method 2: Topic, then Geography
- 28. ruralhealthinfo.org Navigating the Display and Customizations
- 29. The choices you’ve added can be viewed in the filters panel. Navigation and Customizations
- 30. Customization Options You can adjust how your data is displayed using the menu ribbon at the top of the table. For example, if you want to display only the data columns and not the margin of error, you can toggle that off by clicking it: Navigation and Customizations
- 31. For large tables, use “Columns” to view only the data you need Navigation and Customizations