FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions:
Where does your data come from?
Most of the data on the site originates from the United States Census Bureau, but there are additional sources. For a complete list, please refer to the list of data sources.
How often is your data updated?
Census information is only updated every year, (and a year behind). BLS data is updated monthly.
Can I export the graphs and tables I see?
Yes. To get a printer-friendly copy of the graph that you just made, or to download download the data in an Excel file, simply click on the printer and excel icons in the upper right corner of the graph.
How can I make selections on the site?
To make a selection, click on the data value that you want to know more about. The selected value turns green. Values that are related to your selection will turn white. Values that are unrelated will turn grey. You will see your current selections listed.
To clear all the values that you’ve selected, click the “Clear Selections” button. The “forward” and “back” buttons will allow you to undo or redo an action.
To clear only the value selected from one list, click the eraser icon.
Can I search on the site?
Yes. You can search either by clicking the magnifying glass icon in the upper right hand corner or list boxes, or by clicking anywhere in the box and typing. The search box appears as soon as you start typing. Any word containing the letters you typed is selected, with the letters highlighted in yellow. Click the specific value that you want, or click RETURN to select all the matches in the search box.
