This indicator reports the annual population estimate derived from the Census Bureau’s Population Estimates Program (PEP). PEP annually utilizes current data on births, deaths, and migration to calculate population change since the most recent decennial census and produce a time series of estimates of population, demographic components of change, and housing units. Source US Census…
This indicator reports the number of full-service restaurants per 100,000 population. Full-service restaurants are defined as establishments primarily engaged in providing food services to patrons who order and are served while seated, and pay after eating. These establishments typically offer table service, a wider variety of menu options, and a more traditional dining experience compared…
This indicator reports the number of retail food outlets per 100,000 population. Retail food outlets include all establishments primarily engaged in selling food and beverages for off-site consumption or immediate consumption, encompassing grocery stores, supermarkets, convenience stores, specialty food stores (such as meat or produce markets), and food and beverage vendors. This category also includes…
This indicator reports the percentage of the population that commutes to work by either walking or riding a bicycle. Source US Census Bureau, American Community Survey, 2019-23. Source Description The American Community Survey (ACS) is a nationwide survey designed to provide communities with reliable and timely social, economic, housing, and demographic data every year. The…
This indicator reports the number of fast food restaurants per 100,000 population. The prevalence of fast food restaurants provides a measure of both access to healthy food and environmental influences on dietary behaviors. Fast food restaurants are defined as limited-service establishments primarily engaged in providing food services (except snack and nonalcoholic beverage bars) where patrons…
Healthy dietary behaviors are supported by access to healthy foods, and grocery stores are a major provider of these foods. Grocery stores are defined as supermarkets and smaller grocery stores primarily engaged in retailing a general line of food, such as canned and frozen foods; fresh fruits and vegetables; and fresh and prepared meats, fish,…
This indicator reports the percentage of households who either use dial-up as their only way of internet connection, or have internet access but don’t pay for the service, or have no internet access in their household. Source US Census Bureau, American Community Survey, 2019-23. Source Description The American Community Survey (ACS) is a nationwide survey…
This indicator reports the number of establishments in the report area primarily engaged in retailing packaged alcoholic beverages, such as ale, beer, wine, and liquor. The number of liquor stores per 100,000 population provides a measure of environmental influences on dietary behaviors and the accessibility of healthy foods. Note this data excludes establishments preparing and…
This indicator reports the number per 100,000 population of recreation and fitness facilities as defined by North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) Code 713940. This indicator is relevant because access to recreation and fitness facilities encourages physical activity and other healthy behaviors.Note: Counts of establishments < 3 are suppressed. Source US Census Bureau, County Business...
This indicator reports the number of social associations per 100,000 population. Associations include membership organizations such as civic organizations, bowling centers, golf clubs, fitness centers, sports organizations, political organizations, labor organizations, business organizations, and professional organizations.Note: Counts of establishments < 3 are suppressed. Source US Census Bureau, County Business Patterns, 2022.Additional data analysis by CARES....