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# Census Dashboards Overview

Census Comparison dashboards display geographical maps that compare your program reach data against American Community Survey (ACS) census data at the county level.

## Access Census Dashboards

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#### Navigate to Impact Dashboards

From the PEARS homepage, hover over the **Analyze** menu and click **Impact Dashboards**.
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#### Click Census Comparison

On the Impact Dashboards page, click the **Census Comparison** button. The dashboard loads, displaying geographical maps broken down by county.
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## View County Data

Hover your mouse cursor over any county on the map to see a popup displaying:

* A color indicator showing whether your reach is over or under the census proportion
* The county name
* The percentage of population for that demographic
* The percentage of total reach for your programs

## Filters

Use the filter options to customize the data view, such as filtering by specific user names or program areas.

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**TIP:** Bookmark the dashboards page for quick access. User permissions apply — you only see data you are authorized to view. By default, only your own created records are displayed.
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**NOTE:** Not all dashboard buttons appear for every agency type. For example, SNAP-Ed agencies will not see Extension-specific options. Individuals counted in multiple programs may show reach exceeding 100% for a demographic category.
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