This database system includes standardized geographic information of ZIP Code Tabulation Areas (ZCTA) in the United States, covering key fields such as ** postal codes, geographic identifiers, classification codes, land and water areas, and coordinates of geographical centers. The data is compiled based on the Open Geographic Information System of the United States, providing accurate and standardized geographic data support for spatial analysis, market research and policy evaluation based on postal code zoning.
Data characteristics
- Complete geographic information, supporting refined analysis: In addition to the basic postal code, it also provides a geographic unique identifier (GEOID20), functional status, land and water area, and longitude and latitude coordinates. Users can combine geographic information System (GIS) for precise spatial calculation and visualization.
- Standardized coding for convenient data association: It includes standard geographic classification codes such as CLASSFP20 and MTFCC20, which can be matched and integrated with various types of statistical data such as population, economy, and business, enhancing the efficiency and consistency of cross-data source analysis.
- Includes area and center point data, suitable for various scenarios: It provides area information and the longitude and latitude of the center point for each postal code area, supporting the calculation of indicators such as coverage and density, and also facilitating distance analysis, area division, and resource allocation simulation.
- Clear structure, ready to use: The data has been cleaned and structured, and can be directly imported into the database or analysis software, saving users' data organization time. It is especially suitable for teams that need to quickly conduct geological-related research.
The application value of data
- Business Location and Market Analysis: Enterprises can assess the commercial coverage, distribution radius or potential market size based on the area, central location and geographical features of the postal code region, providing a basis for store opening planning, logistics optimization and regional marketing.
- Social Sciences and Public Policy Research:Researchers can conduct research on topics such as regional differences, community division, and public service coverage analysis based on this data, and utilize area and coordinate information to achieve spatial econometric modeling or geographical assessment of policy effects.
- Map Creation and Spatial Visualization:Supports the integration of postal code areas with other statistical indicators (such as population distribution, consumption level) to generate thematic maps or dynamic dashboards for report presentation, decision support, or public information release.
- Cross-regional Resource Planning and Management:Government agencies and non-profit organizations can use this data to identify the geographical attributes of different postal code regions, assisting in public management tasks such as infrastructure layout, emergency response planning, and environmental assessment.
The USDataverse U.S. Postal Code Area Geographic Information Data System integrates complete geographic attribute information of U.S. postal code areas, featuring both accuracy and practicality. It provides a reliable geographic data foundation for business analysis, academic research, and public administration. Whether it is for market segmentation, spatial modeling, or regional comparison and policy evaluation, this data can help users efficiently and accurately conduct multi-dimensional analysis based on postal code zoning.
Time Range
Version 2025
Field Demonstration
Sample Data
Data Update Frequency
Updated irregularly