December 30, 2005
Improve Your Data Searches in American FactFinder!
The "About the Data" tab on the left side of American FactFinder (AFF) home page is a good resource for both the beginner and the seasoned data user. Learn, or refresh your memory, about the types of tables and maps you can choose in AFF. For example, do you remember how Geographic Comparison Tables differ from Detailed Tables or from Quick Tables? Or how Thematic Maps differ from Reference Maps? You don't need to be an expert to learn the differences, so take a few minutes to read over the definitions and the examples shown -- this will ensure you are getting the most out of your data requests from AFF.
The "About the Data" tab also lists the Census Bureau programs which provide data in American FactFinder. From each program listing, click "More" to read an explanation of the program, or click "Get Data" to begin to generate information in AFF from that particular program. You'll also see a handy link to a comprehensive list of surveys the Census Bureau conducts.
Spend a few minutes in this handy "About the Data" tab and it will pay dividends in your data searches!
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