PolicyMap

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Geographic information system (GIS) for organizations

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Jacqueline
Jacqueline
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  • Industry: Philanthropy
  • Company size: 2–10 Employees
  • Used Weekly for 1-5 months
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  • Likelihood to recommend 9.0 /10

Excellent Resource!

Reviewed on 2022/11/02

Pros

Ease of use and maps are the best features. The data set definitions and links to resources have been helpful as well.

Cons

Wish some of the data sets were more up to date.

Nick
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  • Industry: Architecture & Planning
  • Company size: 5,001–10,000 Employees
  • Used Weekly for 2+ years
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  • Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10

i luv u PolicyMap

Reviewed on 2024/05/30

I use this to make maps on the fly for quick-burn analysis projects. It's also great for our...

I use this to make maps on the fly for quick-burn analysis projects. It's also great for our entry-level staff who don't have GIS skills but need to make maps.

Pros

-Easy to make custom maps with idiosyncratic data
-Lots of sources of data
-Easy to print maps to PDF for decent GIS
-You don't need to know GIS to use PolicyMap well

Cons

-Paid version is very expensive for what I need it for
-Some of the housing data isn't updated regularly

Response from PolicyMap

Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts on PolicyMap, Nick! Our platform is made for people new to GIS but find maps and data helpful for their work, and for more experienced professionals who need data readily available to overlay on easy-to-share maps.

To request specific updates, or additional housing data sources that would be useful for your work, please email [email protected].

Ravi
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  • Industry: Environmental Services
  • Company size: 2–10 Employees
  • Used Weekly for 1-5 months
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  • Likelihood to recommend 5.0 /10

Use of mapping economic data

Reviewed on 2024/06/27

Reasonably good. This tool needs to be well integrated into other GIS tools- or provide some...

Reasonably good. This tool needs to be well integrated into other GIS tools- or provide some connectivity.

Pros

very easy to understand. The thematic layers provide just adequate information.

Cons

How to integrated other data formats? Data translation tools should be available.

Response from PolicyMap

Thank you for your review, Ravi! We're happy to hear that you find PolicyMap helpful for mapping economic data.

PolicyMap does provide connectivity to other GIS tools through our data download, which is available to all subscribers. As the web’s largest geographic data warehouse, we provide access to over 170 authoritative public and proprietary data sources. We curate and standardize +75,000 indicators, guaranteeing you the most current and accurate information available with the greatest national coverage at the local level. Quarterly updates ensure you are receiving the most up-to-date information you can get. We are a single vendor offering unparalleled data quantity and quality and effortless integration with tools like Tableau and workflows using SQL, R, Python, etc.

If you are interested in downloading data for use in other tools and applications, please reach out to our sales team at [email protected].

Verified Reviewer
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  • Industry: Nonprofit Organization Management
  • Company size: 2–10 Employees
  • Used Monthly for 6-12 months
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  • Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10

Love PolicyMap!

Reviewed on 2024/12/31

It is an excellent service, and I hope to continue to use it!

It is an excellent service, and I hope to continue to use it!

Pros

I love the transportation-specific data, and how it really tells a deeper story when you couple it with related data points.

Cons

Related to transportation data--as much additional as possible, please!

Rick
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  • Industry: Hospital & Health Care
  • Company size: 501–1,000 Employees
  • Used Monthly for 1+ year
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  • Likelihood to recommend 8.0 /10

Using PolicyMap

Reviewed on 2024/12/02

Pros

The breadth of information and levels of geography available.

Cons

I have subject two requests for consultation (and have had two tickets generated) but weeks later I have never received any response back. I am in critical need of input and this lack of attention is unacceptable.

Response from PolicyMap

Hi Rick - Apologies, I can't find record of your requests for assistance anywhere in our system. Please email me back at my direct address or [email protected], and I will make sure someone gets back to you today.

Clare
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  • Industry: Civic & Social Organization
  • Company size: 51–200 Employees
  • Used Monthly for 1-5 months
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  • Likelihood to recommend 9.0 /10

Positive Experience with PolicyMap!

Reviewed on 2024/09/19

I’ve been using PolicyMap for several months now, and it has exceeded my expectations. It is...

I’ve been using PolicyMap for several months now, and it has exceeded my expectations. It is incredibly easy to navigate even for someone without a strong technical background. From the get-go I could immediately access all the features I needed with little to no learning curve. Especially for my specific needs, data importing, processing, and visualization are done effortlessly.

Pros

PolicyMap is user friendly and offers a great amount of training sessions, if needed. I especially like the ease of data importing, processing, and visualization through the application.

Cons

Thus far, I have not had a negative experience.

Jalaycia
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  • Industry: Venture Capital & Private Equity
  • Company size: 11–50 Employees
  • Used Monthly for 2+ years
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  • Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10

PolicyMap Rocks!

Reviewed on 2024/12/09

I thoroughly have enjoyed my experience with PolicyMap. Not only have I used the platform for...

I thoroughly have enjoyed my experience with PolicyMap. Not only have I used the platform for research during my graduate program, but I have used it in my practice throughout my career. PolicyMap supplies relevant information that is applicable to programming and policy recommendations.

Pros

I love the visual aspect of PolicyMap. It is extremely helpful for me as a practitioner to access data that is easy to utilize and explore for useful information.

Cons

There are limited features depending on subscription type. I wish there were more affordable accessibility features for practitioners based on industry.

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  • Industry: Government Administration
  • Company size: 51–200 Employees
  • Used Monthly for 1-5 months
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  • Likelihood to recommend 9.0 /10

Continue to lead the way!

Reviewed on 2024/11/27

MO is working hard to improve birth outcomes in MO. Its nice to be able to see what other states...

MO is working hard to improve birth outcomes in MO. Its nice to be able to see what other states and organizations are doing. The PolicyMap makes it very easy to do that.

Pros

Clear and concise! Very easy to read and interpret.

Cons

N/A - honestly haven't found anything I don't like yet.

Response from PolicyMap

Thank you for your review! We’re thrilled to hear that PolicyMap has been a helpful tool in your important work to improve birth outcomes in Missouri. If there’s anything more we can do to support your efforts, feel free to reach out. We’re always here to help!

Heather
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  • Industry: E-Learning
  • Company size: 5,001–10,000 Employees
  • Used Monthly for 1-5 months
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  • Likelihood to recommend 7.0 /10

PolicyMap in the Classroom

Reviewed on 2025/01/23

I use it in the classroom as a tool for my public policy class. I love being able to pull up data...

I use it in the classroom as a tool for my public policy class. I love being able to pull up data and break it down with my students

Pros

I love being able to pull up the information so I can show my students what policies mean and who they impact

Cons

At some points it is not user-friendly. Sometimes it is hard to find what you are looking for if you do not have the right search terms

Response from PolicyMap

Hi Heather, We're thrilled to hear that PolicyMap is an asset in your San Diego State University Public Policy class. If you are interested in learning more about how to get a campus-wide subscription through your library, making all our data accessible to you and your students, please reach out to [email protected].

Madison
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  • Industry: Hospital & Health Care
  • Company size: 1,001–5,000 Employees
  • Used Monthly for 1-5 months
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  • Likelihood to recommend 8.0 /10

Policy Map Providing Accurate and Timely Data in Removal from Admin

Reviewed on 2025/02/05

I enjoy Policy Map as it provides accurate data that may have been removed from administration

I enjoy Policy Map as it provides accurate data that may have been removed from administration

Pros

I enjoy that PolicyMap is staying up to date with everything the new administration is removing and placing it on their webpage.

Cons

I wish I was able to click on maps in newsletters and it would direct me to that dataset/map.

Response from PolicyMap

Hi Madison - Thank you for your review!

As you know, PolicyMap routinely collects and aggregates as much data from public sources as possible for our users. When the federal government removed data from a number of their websites on Friday, Jan. 31, 2025, we let our users know that the public data from federal sources available on PolicyMap remains accessible there. We did not add this data. PolicyMap houses data from over 170 public and proprietary sources.

Also, I'm passing along your feedback to our communications and marketing team to make maps clickable. Good idea!

Christopher
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  • Industry: Writing & Editing
  • Company size: Self Employed
  • Used Daily for 2+ years
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  • Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10

Policy Map A Quick Review

Reviewed on 2024/02/07

Very Satisfied and I would Highly and easily recommend to my colleagues and friends!

Very Satisfied and I would Highly and easily recommend to my colleagues and friends!

Pros

Everything haven't actually found another Policy Map similar and that I like as well as Policy Map i've used it since you were first on the markets and i've loved you since the first day and would never change.

Cons

Everything is quiet Spectacular actually and have no complaints!

Robert
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  • Industry: Executive Office
  • Company size: 2–10 Employees
  • Used Monthly for 2+ years
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  • Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10

Policy Map has been our Go-To source for marketing data since 2010

Reviewed on 2024/02/29

Pros

Policy Map attracted us with the bells and whistles of graphic maps showing details of population data. It has always been super simple to use and generate clear reports from. I have told countless businesses about Policy Map because of this. Thank you!

Cons

Though I do not think any other company compares to policy map, I think the pricing is sometimes difficult to navigate. We end up making the best business decision though and stick with using it.

Response from PolicyMap

Thank you for choosing PolicyMap, Robert!

Emily
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  • Industry: Civic & Social Organization
  • Company size: 51–200 Employees
  • Used Weekly for 6-12 months
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  • Ease of Use
  • Likelihood to recommend 9.0 /10

Great product for social, economic, and demographic spatial visualizations

Reviewed on 2024/03/01

Pros

Access and explore pre-populated spatial data
Upload and overlay our own point data
Customize regions, data ranges, visualizations, etc.
Create templates for future projects
Export (non-proprietary) data

Cons

Few “built-in” analysis tools
Not as dynamic/sophisticated as, e.g., ArcGIS
Can only upload point data
Updates datasets automatically and does not save your maps or customizations with older versions
Occasionally: competing datasets; may require additional context
(E.g., “Limited Supermarket Access Designation” vs. “LILA” or
E.g., “Median Family Income, 2022” (HUD) vs. “Median HH income, 2018-2022” (ACS))

Zachary
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  • Industry: Government Administration
  • Company size: 11–50 Employees
  • Used Monthly for 2+ years
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  • Ease of Use
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  • Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10

Big Fan of PolicyMap

Reviewed on 2024/09/26

PolicyMap provides detailed, relevant data for just about any need. I have found PolicyMap...

PolicyMap provides detailed, relevant data for just about any need. I have found PolicyMap especially helpful in writing grant proposals. This data, especially when layered, often delivers more insights than the standard Census data sets.

Pros

I like PolicyMap's easy-to-use nature. It feels like a user can plunge deeper at their own pace as they gain knowledge, but there is little barrier to initial entry. I also am a big fan of the newsletter and blog, which often give new insights!

Cons

Logging in/gaining access can be challenging.

Matthew
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  • Industry: Hospital & Health Care
  • Company size: 51–200 Employees
  • Used Monthly for 1+ year
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  • Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10

Amazing Policy Map Experience

Reviewed on 2024/09/19

Amazing. I get to find data I need and work well with others within my organization by using Policy...

Amazing. I get to find data I need and work well with others within my organization by using Policy Map.

Pros

How easy it is to find the data I'm looking for

Cons

Nothing! I think Policy Map does a great job giving tutorials breaking things down to make data easy to find.

Justin
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  • Industry: Hospital & Health Care
  • Company size: 2–10 Employees
  • Used Monthly for 1+ year
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  • Value for Money
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  • Likelihood to recommend 9.0 /10

PolicyMap - An Underrated Tool

Reviewed on 2024/07/16

Generally, very good. We'll be using it more as we grow our LGBTQ+ telehealth product nationwide as...

Generally, very good. We'll be using it more as we grow our LGBTQ+ telehealth product nationwide as geo-specific data will be critical in our market penetration efforts.

Pros

Depth of data and ability to create custom datasets.

Cons

Somewhat pricy, but worth it. Setup was a bit challenging, but nothing that couldn't be overcome.

Blerta
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  • Industry: Health, Wellness & Fitness
  • Company size: 2–10 Employees
  • Used Weekly for 1+ year
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  • Likelihood to recommend 9.0 /10

Social Determinants of Health

Reviewed on 2023/11/02

Quite an enjoyable experience, and easy to play around.

Quite an enjoyable experience, and easy to play around.

Pros

I like the broad range of variables/indicators that are captured by PolicyMap and how I can highlight the unit of analysis (county, multiple counties or state level).

Cons

Some indicators are not available at the county level, only state.

Response from PolicyMap

Thanks for your feedback, Blerta! Most indicators are available at smaller geographies including city, zip code/ZCTA, census tract, and block group. Please reach out to our support team at [email protected] for more information.

Adam
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  • Industry: Higher Education
  • Company size: 10,000+ Employees
  • Used Monthly for 2+ years
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  • Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10

It's the Standard!!

Reviewed on 2023/11/02

My overall experience with PolicyMap has been a joyful one, for sure.

My overall experience with PolicyMap has been a joyful one, for sure.

Pros

I mean, man... I am truly unsure it gets much better than PolicyMap when it comes to GIS applications.

Cons

I am unsure what to put for this box because my experience has been nothing but positive!! :)

Response from PolicyMap

Thanks for the feedback, Adam! We love your love for PolicyMap.

If you have a few moments, let us know how you are using PolicyMap. We're always looking to share customer stories.

https://policymap.com/contact-us/how-are-you-using-policymap

Mckenzie
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  • Industry: Environmental Services
  • Company size: Self Employed
  • Used Monthly for 1-5 months
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  • Ease of Use
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  • Likelihood to recommend 8.0 /10

PolicyMap for GIS

Reviewed on 2024/05/30

Pros

Useful source of data especially for census data; easy to use and visualize.

Cons

Would like more options for exporting data. Some features are at tract level, some are at city level etc

Response from PolicyMap

Thank you for your review, McKenzie! We're always thrilled to hear that students across disciplines find PolicyMap helpful for coursework and research. PolicyMap offers data at the smallest geography available from the source - which is not always as granular as we hope.

If you have questions about changing the geography view, using multi-layer maps to compare datasets with different geographies, or other unique PolicyMap features, please contact our support team at [email protected].

Hannah
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  • Industry: Nonprofit Organization Management
  • Company size: 2–10 Employees
  • Used Weekly for Free Trial
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  • Value for Money
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  • Likelihood to recommend 9.0 /10

New User Looking for Data!

Reviewed on 2024/04/30

Pros

I signed up for the PolicyMap newsletter because of the great information they publish with updates, I don't have to go in and check the website - I can just get notified of new data integrations. I've been diving into food security data and, though I'm just getting started, I think it's going to be incredibly helpful for informing some programs and initiatives.

Cons

Nothing so far, I've been impressed with the articles and how the team contextualizes the data so it's easier to understand.

Lukas
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  • Industry: Government Administration
  • Company size: 11–50 Employees
  • Used Monthly for Free Trial
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  • Likelihood to recommend 5.0 /10

Really clean nice product, not a perfect fit for us.

Reviewed on 2024/09/19

Pretty good, nice product, nice people, its just a bit expensive to the point where its cheaper to...

Pretty good, nice product, nice people, its just a bit expensive to the point where its cheaper to pay a developer or analyst to do get this info for those who have that capacity. It would be a good product for those without an analyst or an epi.

Pros

The GUI is really good, it is a clean looking and smooth product to use, lots of centralized data

Cons

A lot of the info can be accessed and mapped for free using the USCB public API or the America's Health Rankings public API

Maggie
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  • Industry: Health, Wellness & Fitness
  • Company size: 501–1,000 Employees
  • Used Monthly for 6-12 months
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  • Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10

PolicyMap for Health Education

Reviewed on 2024/02/29

My overall experience with PolicyMap has been positive

My overall experience with PolicyMap has been positive

Pros

I like using Policy Map to learn more about what areas of my state need better health education.

Cons

it took me a little while to learn how to use some of the functions

Brandon
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  • Industry: Transportation/Trucking/Railroad
  • Company size: 11–50 Employees
  • Used Monthly for 1-5 months
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  • Value for Money
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  • Likelihood to recommend 8.0 /10

Review 111

Reviewed on 2024/02/08

Pros

All information about the demographics of the elderly

Cons

This is a free trial. I have nothing critical yet.

Response from PolicyMap

Hi Brandon - We hope your trial has been productive so far.

With PolicyMap, you can view demographics of all ages on our maps, plus combine demographics with other indicators. Users can build multi-layer maps to better understand neighborhood conditions - from community health to housing conditions.

Have a question? We're here to help! Our customer success team is easy to reach via our support page: https://policymap.com/resources/support. You can also email [email protected], and we'll get back to you ASAP!

Thank you for taking the time to review PolicyMap.

Elizabeth
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  • Industry: Online Media
  • Company size: 11–50 Employees
  • Used Monthly for 1-5 months
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  • Likelihood to recommend 7.0 /10

Excited to learn more but struggling a bit with functionality

Reviewed on 2024/03/21

Pros

I like that the source of government data is always very clearly labeled.

Cons

I'm not quite sure how to "pin" locations/zipcodes yet, when I'm trying to compare two different regions!

I'm also not sure how to be able to display multiple social determinants of health for a given region at the same time? E.g., income and race, or income and educational attainment.

Also, very curious as to what other users use PolicyMap for -- probably just need to attend some workshops, not sure if I'm using it correctly/to its potential

Response from PolicyMap

Hi Elizabeth - We're glad to hear you are excited to learn more! We offer training every week that covers our multi-layer mapping feature which allows you to view five data layers at once in addition to point-level data. If you have specific questions, please contact our support team at [email protected].

Mae
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  • Industry: Environmental Services
  • Company size: 1,001–5,000 Employees
  • Used Monthly for 1+ year
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  • Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10

Useful tool for Urban Planning Master's students

Reviewed on 2023/07/27

Pros

The quick visualization of geodata has been so helpful to me throughout my graduate studies- such a powerful tool!

Cons

PolicyMap would be out of mine price range if my University was not paying for it.

Response from PolicyMap

We are happy to hear that PolicyMap has been a powerful tool, helping throughout your graduate studies!

Our pricing varies based on the use case. If you have more questions about accessing PolicyMap for your work post-graduate school, please reach out to [email protected].