Statistical and Thematic Mapping Statistical mapping facilitates data analysis by displaying information in a spatial format. It also assists in conveying information to an audience. Any data item from the 1990 census or user-supplied data can be placed into its coordinating geographic boundaries, whether they are state level, counties, school districts, zip codes or census tracts or blocks.
Files are available on both tape and compact disc.
The files are not maps themselves but contain digital data describing features. By importing the data into special software, a detailed map can be generated, and they can be used as part of a geographic information system. In addition to displaying features found on Census Bureau geographic maps, LandView also enables users to display selected census demographic and housing data from the Census for block groups. It assists users in locating street intersections or address ranges on the map by simply typing in a desired address. Maps can be placed on paper or Dayrex print, a film with a 100-year life span.