Open Census
Transforms AI assistants into U.S. Census data experts, enabling natural language queries for accurate demographic information with proper interpretation and context.
About
Open Census is a specialized tool designed to simplify access to complex U.S. Census data. It integrates with AI assistants, allowing users to query demographic information in plain English, eliminating the need for specialized knowledge of Census APIs, variable names, or statistical calculations. By providing accurate data with proper interpretation and contextual caveats, it aims to democratize access to America's most valuable public dataset, empowering a wide range of users, from researchers to policymakers, to leverage critical demographic insights easily.
Key Features
- 2 GitHub stars
- Integrates seamlessly with AI assistants via Model Context Protocol (MCP)
- Provides a semantic query layer for natural language to statistical concept translation
- Includes a pre-built knowledge base with Census methodology and R documentation
- Offers smart geography parsing and statistical guidance for accurate data interpretation
- Packaged as a complete, self-contained Docker container for zero-setup deployment
Use Cases
- Retrieve basic demographic information for specific cities or counties
- Perform comparative analysis of statistical data (e.g., median income) between different regions
- Understand geographic patterns, such as rural poverty rates across a state or region
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