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GIS & Health: Map & Local Tools

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American FactFinder
This is an excellent gateway to economic and population census data. Data are available for download, in customizable tables or in thematic mapped. The site provides access data from the Decennial Censuses, the Economic Censuses, and the American Community Survey.
National Atlas of the United States
Although the National Atlas program (nationalatlas.gov) has ended, some data is still available; see The National Map Small-Scale Collection.
USA Zip Code Boundaries (shp file)
Use this link, or search for the layer boundaries from ArcGIS online search. If you have difficulty, consult the librarian for a download.
Zip Code Map of the United States
Use this tool to look up a zip code/s for an area. Presented by the US Postal Service. If you need a GIS map of the zip codes, consult ESRI data.

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Subjects: Geography