About Data Compass
Welcome to San Joaquin County (SJC) Data Compass, the interactive website for San Joaquin County data directions and guidance regarding the region. SJC Data Compass provides data and visualizations related to a variety of topics, such as the economy, social dynamics, transportation, and place and environment. Each indicator is updated over time, with many showing historical trends and facilitating comparisons with other geographies.
Overall, SJC Data Compass seeks to provide valuable insights to help inform and guide residents, policy advocates, planners, regional decision makers, and other stakeholders with regard to San Joaquin County. SJC Data Compass is organized by the San Joaquin Council of Governments (SJCOG) and maintained by the Center for Business and Policy Research (CBPR) at the University of the Pacific.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is SJC Data Compass?
San Joaquin County (SJC) Data Compass is an interactive website for San Joaquin County data directions and guidance regarding the region. SJC Data Compass provides data and visualizations related to a variety of topics, such as the economy, social dynamics, transportation, and place and environment. SJC Data Compass is organized by the San Joaquin Council of Governments (SJCOG) and maintained by the Center for Business and Policy Research (CBPR) at the University of the Pacific in order to help improve understanding of the region in order to make more informed decisions.
What is a SJC Data Compass Indicator?
SJC Data Compass tracks a variety of indicators over time, with many showing historical trends and facilitating comparisons with other geographies. Indicators provide a measure of progress related to a particular topic and are updated over time.
What is SJC Data Compass used for?
SJC Data Compass helps identify, track, and understand trends and directions of data related to San Joaquin County. SJC Data Compass provides public access to a variety of topically organized indicators, which can be helpful for advocacy, grant writing, planning, and decision making.
Where does the data come from?
The data for each SJC Data Compass indicator derives from a variety of local, regional, state, and national sources. The data has been collected, processed, and visualized for viewing and downloading, and it includes sources to secure the raw data directly.
Who maintains SJC Data Compass?
SJC Data Compass is organized by the San Joaquin Council of Governments (SJCOG) and maintained by the Center for Business and Policy Research (CBPR) at the University of the Pacific.
Who do I contact with questions about SJC Data Compass?
If you have any questions about SJC Data Compass, please contact us at sjcdc@pacific.edu