Public municipal data

Contents

1. Categories of data
2. Data sources: most well-known
3. Municipal-related APIs
4. Hidden gems

Data categories

1. Demographics: Data related to the population of a city or town, including information on age groups, gender, ethnicity, household composition, and population growth trends.

2. Housing and Real Estate: Data on housing units, property values, rent prices, housing affordability, vacancies, and housing development trends.

3. Economic Indicators: Information on the local economy, including employment statistics, income levels, business activity, and economic growth indicators.

4. Education: Data on schools, educational attainment, student enrollment, graduation rates, and educational resources available within the municipality.

5. Transportation: Information on public transportation services, road networks, traffic patterns, commute times, and transportation infrastructure.

6. Public Safety: Data on crime rates, police activities, emergency services response times, and safety initiatives within the municipality.

7. Health and Environment: Information on public health, healthcare facilities, environmental quality, air, and water pollution levels, and health-related initiatives.

8. Infrastructure and Utilities: Data on municipal infrastructure, including water supply, waste management, energy consumption, and public facilities.

9. Social Services: Information on social support programs, welfare services, community centers, and initiatives for vulnerable populations.

10. Urban Planning: Data related to city development, zoning, land use, urban renewal projects, and spatial planning.

11. Sustainability: Information on sustainability efforts, green initiatives, renewable energy projects, and environmental conservation programs.

12. Cultural and Recreational: Data on cultural events, recreational facilities, parks, museums, and community activities within the municipality.

13. Finance and Budget: Information on municipal budget allocation, tax revenues, spending patterns, and financial transparency.

14. Civic Engagement: Data related to citizen engagement, public consultations, participatory budgeting, and civic involvement initiatives.

15. Governance and Administrative: Information on the structure and organization of local government, elected officials, and administrative processes.

16. Open Data Initiatives: Data published by local governments as part of their open data initiatives, fostering transparency and data accessibility.

Data sources: most well-known

1. U.S. Census Bureau:   Description: Official source for U.S. demographic data, including population, housing, income, and other statistics for cities and towns.    - Website: https://www.census.gov/

2. Eurostat:   Description: Statistical Office of the European Union provides data on European cities and municipalities, covering population, employment, and social indicators.    - Website: https://ec.europa.eu/eurostat/

3. World Bank Open Data:   Description: Comprehensive database with municipal data from around the world, including economic indicators, infrastructure, education, and health.    - Website: https://data.worldbank.org/

4. Data.gov:   Description: The United States' official open data repository offering datasets related to municipalities, public services, and government operations.    - Website: https://www.data.gov/

5. Open Data Network:   Description: Platform providing access to municipal-level datasets from various U.S. cities, covering a wide range of topics.    - Website: https://www.opendatanetwork.com/

6. Open Data Canada:   Description: The Government of Canada's open data portal offers datasets on municipalities, demographics, and other topics at the local level.    - Website: https://open.canada.ca/en/open-data

7. Data.gov.uk:   Description: The United Kingdom's open data portal provides datasets related to cities, towns, and local government services.    - Website: https://data.gov.uk/

8. Data.gov.au:   Description: The Australian Government's data portal offers datasets on various municipal topics, including local government performance and demographics.    - Website: https://data.gov.au/

9. United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat):   Description: Provides urban data and statistics from cities around the world, focusing on sustainable urban development.    - Website: https://unhabitat.org/urban-data

10. City Open Data Census:    Description: A community-driven platform that gathers open data from cities worldwide, covering various municipal topics.     - Website: https://us-city.census.okfn.org/

11. OpenAfrica:    Description: A platform that aggregates open data from African cities, providing insights into various aspects of urban life on the continent.     - Website: https://africaopendata.org/

12. Data Chile:    Description: The official open data portal of Chile provides data on various municipal topics related to the country's cities and towns.     - Website: https://datos.gob.cl/

13. Socrata Open Data:    Description: Platform for various open datasets from cities and local governments, covering a wide range of municipal topics.     - Website: https://socrata.com/

14. Open Data Philly:    Description: Provides access to open data from the city of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, covering public services and urban indicators.     - Website: https://www.opendataphilly.org/

15. Open Data Toronto:    Description: The City of Toronto's open data portal offers datasets related to municipal services, transportation, and urban planning.     - Website: https://www.toronto.ca/city-government/data-research-maps/open-data/

16. Open Data NYC:    Description: The City of New York's open data platform provides datasets on various municipal topics, including crime, education, and transportation.     - Website: https://opendata.cityofnewyork.us/

17. Open Data Chicago:    Description: The City of Chicago's data portal offers datasets on public safety, health, the environment, and more.     - Website: https://data.cityofchicago.org/

18. Open Data San Francisco:    Description: The City of San Francisco's open data portal provides datasets on various aspects of city life, including transportation, parks, and public safety.     - Website: https://datasf.org/

19. Open Data Boston:    Description: The City of Boston's data hub offers datasets related to city services, budget, and public safety.     - Website: https://data.boston.gov/

20. Open Data Vancouver:    Description: The City of Vancouver's open data portal provides datasets on various municipal topics, including transportation, housing, and sustainability.     - Website: https://opendata.vancouver.ca/

21. Open Data Montreal:    Description: The City of Montreal's open data portal offers datasets on various municipal topics, including transportation, culture, and urban planning.     - Website: https://donnees.montreal.ca/

22. Open Data Barcelona:    Description: The City of Barcelona's open data portal provides datasets on urban indicators, transportation, tourism, and more.     - Website: https://opendata-ajuntament.barcelona.cat/
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23. Open Data Madrid:    Description: The City of Madrid's open data platform offers datasets on public services, environment, and economic indicators.     - Website: https://datos.madrid.es/
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24. Open Data Paris:    Description: The City of Paris's open data portal provides datasets on various aspects of city life, including transportation, environment, and education.     - Website: https://opendata.paris.fr/
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25. Open Data Berlin:    Description: The City of Berlin's open data portal offers datasets on municipal services, environment, and public infrastructure.     - Website: https://daten.berlin.de/
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26. Open Data Tokyo:    Description: The Tokyo Metropolitan Government's open data portal provides datasets on various municipal topics, including transportation and demographics.     - Website: https://opendata.metro.tokyo.lg.jp/en/

27. Open Data Singapore:    Description: The Singaporean Government's open data portal offers datasets on urban planning, transportation, and public services.     - Website: https://data.gov.sg/

28. Open Data Seoul:    Description: The Seoul Metropolitan Government's open data platform provides datasets on various municipal topics, including culture, environment, and health.     - Website: https://data.seoul.go.kr/

29. Open Data Amsterdam:    Description: The City of Amsterdam's open data portal offers datasets on public services, infrastructure, and sustainability.     - Website: https://data.amsterdam.nl/

30. Open Data Oslo:    Description: The City of Oslo's open data portal provides datasets on various aspects of city life, including transportation, health, and culture.     - Website: https://data.oslo.kommune.no/

31. Open Data Copenhagen:    Description: The City of Copenhagen's open data platform offers datasets on public services, environment, and city infrastructure.     - Website: https://data.kk.dk/

32. Open Data Helsinki:    Description: The City of Helsinki's open data portal provides datasets on various municipal topics, including transportation, education, and culture.     - Website: https://www.hri.fi/en/

33. Open Data Sydney:    Description: The City of Sydney's open data portal offers datasets on public services, planning, and sustainability.     - Website: https://data.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au/

34. Open Data Auckland:    Description: The City of Auckland's open data portal provides datasets on various aspects of city life, including environment, demographics, and public safety.     - Website: https://data.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/

35. Open Data Cape Town:    Description: The City of Cape Town's open data portal offers datasets on public services, transportation, and spatial planning.     - Website: https://www.capetown.gov.za/en/OpenData/Pages/OpenData.aspx

36. Open Data Moscow:    Description: The City of Moscow's open data platform provides datasets on various municipal topics, including urban planning, transportation, and culture.     - Website: https://data.mos.ru/

37. Open Data Mumbai:    Description: The City of Mumbai's open data platform offers datasets on urban indicators, transportation, and public services.     - Website: https://data.gov.in/organization/municipal-corporation-greater-mumbai

38. Open Data Buenos Aires:    Description: The City of Buenos Aires' open data portal provides datasets on various aspects of city life, including transportation, culture, and public services.     - Website: https://data.buenosaires.gob.ar/

39. Open Data Mexico City:    Description: The Government of Mexico City's open data portal offers datasets on urban indicators, public services, and safety.     - Website: https://datos.cdmx.gob.mx/

40. Open Data Sao Paulo:    Description: The City of Sao Paulo's open data portal provides datasets on municipal services, transportation, and the environment.     - Website: https://www.prefeitura.sp.gov.br/cidade/secretarias/inovacao/tecnologia/index.php?p=283703

41. Open Data Dubai:    Description: The Government of Dubai's open data portal offers datasets on various municipal topics, including transportation, health, and education.     - Website: https://www.dubaipulse.gov.ae/data/dataset

42. Open Data Istanbul:    Description: The Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality's open data platform provides datasets on public services, transportation, and the environment.     - Website: https://data.ibb.gov.tr/

43. Open Data Riyadh:    Description: The Government of Riyadh's open data portal offers datasets on urban indicators, public services, and infrastructure.     - Website: https://data.riyadh.sa/

44. Open Data Nairobi:    Description: The Nairobi City County's open data portal provides datasets on various aspects of city life, including transportation, environment, and public health.     - Website: https://data.nasa.gov/

45. Open Data Lagos:    Description: The Lagos State Government's open data portal offers datasets on municipal services, transportation, and public safety.     - Website: https://data.lagosstate.gov.ng/

46. Open Data Bogota:    Description: The City of Bogota's open data platform provides datasets on urban indicators, culture, and public services.     - Website: https://bogota.gov.co/apps/portaltransparencia/

47. Open Data Lima:    Description: The City of Lima's open data portal offers datasets on various municipal topics, including urban planning, environment, and education.     - Website: https://data.lima.gob.pe/

48. Open Data Cairo:    Description: The Cairo Governorate's open data platform provides datasets on public services, transportation, and infrastructure.     - Website: https://data.cairo.gov.eg/

49. Open Data Beijing:    Description: The Beijing Municipal Government's open data portal offers datasets on urban indicators, public services, and economy.     - Website: https://data.beijing.gov.cn/

50. Open Data Jakarta:    Description: The Jakarta Smart City's open data platform provides datasets on various aspects of city life, including transportation, health, and public facilities.     - Website: https://data.jakarta.go.id/

51. Homicide Reports: 1980- 2014     - Website: https://www.kaggle.com/datasets/murderaccountability/homicide-reports

52. Fatal Police Shootings: 2015- Present     - Website: https://www.kaggle.com/washingtonpost/police-shootings

53. Gun Violence Database:     - Website: https://www.kaggle.com/gunviolencearchive/gun-violence-database

54. Seattle Police Department:     - Website: https://www.seattle.gov/police/information-and-data/data/public-data-sets

55. Patent Litigations:     - Website: https://www.kaggle.com/datasets/uspto/patent-litigations

56. The Supreme Court Database:     - Website: http://scdb.wustl.edu/

Municipal-related APIs

1. Open311 API:   - Data Offered: Open311 is an open standard API that allows developers to access and submit service requests for non-emergency issues like potholes, graffiti, streetlight outages, and more.   - Usage: Developers can integrate this API into applications to allow residents to report issues directly to local governments for quicker response and resolution.    - Website: https://wiki.open311.org/Open_APIs/

2. CitySDK:   - Data Offered: CitySDK provides a collection of APIs with data related to transportation, points of interest, events, weather, demographics, and other urban information for various cities.   - Usage: Developers can utilize these APIs to create applications that offer location-based services, tourism guides, and urban planning tools.    - Website: https://uscensusbureau.github.io/citysdk/

3. Zillow Neighborhood Boundaries API:   - Data Offered: This API provides boundary information for neighborhoods, cities, and zip codes, allowing developers to access geographical boundaries and demographics.   - Usage: Developers can use this data to create real estate applications, demographic analysis tools, and location-based services.    - Website: https://www.zillowgroup.com/developers/api/public-data/neighborhood-data/

4. Walk Score API:   - Data Offered: Walk Score API offers data on the walkability of neighborhoods, providing information about nearby amenities, public transit options, and accessibility.   - Usage: Developers can integrate this data into applications to help residents and visitors find walkable neighborhoods and explore local amenities.    - Website: https://www.walkscore.com/professional/api.php

5. Open Data API (Various Cities):   - Data Offered: Many cities and municipalities have open data portals with APIs offering various datasets, including demographics, real-time transportation data, crime statistics, and more.   - Usage: Developers can access this data to build applications that inform residents about city services, provide real-time transit information, and promote data-driven decision-making.    - Website: https://data.gov/developers/apis/index.html

6. OpenWeatherMap API:   - Data Offered: This API provides weather data, including current conditions, forecasts, and historical weather information for specific locations.   - Usage: Developers can use this data in applications for weather forecasting, outdoor activity planning, and climate analysis.    - Website: https://www.meteomatics.com/en/weather-api/

7. Sunlight Congress API:   - Data Offered: The Sunlight Congress API offers information about U.S. congressional representatives, their voting records, and legislative activities.   - Usage: Developers can use this data to create applications that inform residents about their representatives' actions and engage citizens in the legislative process.    - Website: https://sunlightlabs.github.io/congress/

Hidden gems

1. Local Historical Archives: Many municipalities maintain historical archives containing a wealth of unexplored data, such as old maps, photographs, newspapers, and documents that can shed light on the city's development and cultural heritage.

2. Citizen Science Initiatives: Some cities have citizen science programs where residents can contribute data on local environmental conditions, wildlife sightings, or air quality, providing valuable insights for research and policy-making.

3. Public Art Databases: Hidden gems could include public art databases that catalog outdoor sculptures, murals, and art installations throughout the city, contributing to cultural heritage preservation.

4. Community Gardens Data: Information about community gardens, including locations, crop types, and participation levels, can be a hidden gem for understanding urban agriculture and community engagement.

5. Noise Complaints and Urban Soundscapes: Data on noise complaints and sound level measurements at various locations within the city can offer insights into noise pollution and urban planning.

6. Local Business Licenses: Datasets on local business licenses and permits could be valuable for entrepreneurs, researchers, and policymakers interested in economic development and small business trends.

7. Public Wi-Fi Access Points: Information on public Wi-Fi access points can benefit tourists, residents, and urban planners in understanding digital infrastructure and connectivity within the city.

8. Public Restroom Locations: Hidden gems could include datasets that reveal the locations of public restrooms, helpful for visitors and residents alike.

9. Urban Green Spaces and Tree Canopy Data: Comprehensive datasets on urban green spaces, tree canopies, and green infrastructure can support sustainable urban planning and environmental initiatives.

10. City Accessibility Data: Information on accessibility features, such as ramps, elevators, and parking spaces for people with disabilities, can be beneficial for inclusive urban design and policymaking.