Using Maps and Data to Support the Community Needs Assessment Process

Maps can serve as powerful and insightful tools when used to explore needs, areas of vulnerabilities, and assets in a community. If you are new to using the NCAP Map Room and exploring community level data, we suggest clicking one of the starter maps below to begin your exploration process. You can also view helpful guides and videos if you have questions about how to add data to a map, how to export a map, or how to use advanced mapping tools.

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A map of Oklahoma showing children in poverty age 0-4 and locations of head start facilities.
Population Below Poverty, Children Age 0-4, and Locations of Head Start Facilities
A map of Asheville, NC showing households eligible for SNAP and locations of SNAP retailers.
Households Receiving SNAP Benefits and Locations of SNAP-Authorized Retailers
Uninsured Population Age 0-18 and Locations of Federally Qualified Health Centers