Learn how to use Census Comparison dashboards to compare program reach against population data.
Census Comparison dashboards display geographical maps that compare your program reach data against American Community Survey (ACS) census data at the county level.
Access Census Dashboards
1
Navigate to Impact Dashboards
From the PEARS homepage, hover over the Analyze menu and click Impact Dashboards.
2
Click Census Comparison
On the Impact Dashboards page, click the Census Comparison button. The dashboard loads, displaying geographical maps broken down by county.
View County Data
Hover your mouse cursor over any county on the map to see a popup displaying:
A color indicator showing whether your reach is over or under the census proportion
The county name
The percentage of population for that demographic
The percentage of total reach for your programs
Filters
Use the filter options to customize the data view, such as filtering by specific user names or program areas.
TIP: Bookmark the dashboards page for quick access. User permissions apply — you only see data you are authorized to view. By default, only your own created records are displayed.
NOTE: Not all dashboard buttons appear for every agency type. For example, SNAP-Ed agencies will not see Extension-specific options. Individuals counted in multiple programs may show reach exceeding 100% for a demographic category.
