BUS 355/519/543: Decision Modeling and Analytics: Data Mapping
This guide provides links to sites providing open datasets, subscription data sources, and other research support for students taking courses in business analytics and data science.
Create thematic maps and reports using demographic, business, and marketing data from US Census, Bureau of Labor Statistics, and Dun & Bradstreet, among other sources. Includes Claritas PRIZM Segment Narratives (Claritas site). You may create a personal account to save your work and customize the interface. Watch a video about SimplyAnalytics.
Flash-based tool presents county-level maps of six variables from each of three categories: Age and Sex; Population and Race; Family and Housing. Data download possible.
Utilizes standard and nationally consistent data to highlight places that may have higher environmental burdens and vulnerable populations. Data dates vary 2014-2020.
Enter an address within city limits and obtain property and tax information, as well as maps of criminal activity. Supplement with Portland Police Bureau crime statistics.
