The Census Bureau produces economic data for ZIP Codes as defined by the United States Postal Service.

For demographic and housing data from the decennial census or American Community Survey (ACS), the Census Bureau uses generalized representations of ZIP Codes through a geography called ZIP Code Tabulation Areas (ZCTAs). If you would like to learn more about this type of geography and how they differ from the mail delivery routes that ZIP codes are based on, check out this geography webpage and short video.

How to Select ZIP Code Tabulation Areas (ZCTAs) to Get Demographic Data

Click the “ZIP Code Tabulation Area” option using the geography filters on data.census.gov. This provides data through Summary Level 860 from the decennial census and American Community Survey.

Geography: ZIP Code Tabulation Area

Please note:

• American Community Survey tables were not produced for ZCTAs prior to the 2011 ACS 5-year release.

How to Select ZIP Codes to Get Economic Data

Use the option titled “5-digit ZIP Code” inthe geography filters on data.census.gov. This provides data through Summary Level 861 from the Business Patterns program.

Geography: All Geographies → 5-digit ZIP Code

Email us at census.data@census.gov for any questions or comments you may have.  For more guidance on data availability and using data.census.gov, the Census API, and Microdata Access, visit our Resources page.