User Guide¶
This guide covers everything you need to know to use SocialMapper effectively.
Guide Overview¶
Finding Places¶
How to search for libraries, schools, hospitals, and other community resources.
Travel Time Analysis¶
Creating isochrones and understanding different travel modes.
Working with Demographics¶
Using Census variables to analyze population characteristics.
Using Custom Locations¶
Analyzing your own addresses and facilities.
Exporting Results¶
Saving your analysis as CSV files, maps, and reports.
Command Line Usage¶
Using SocialMapper from the terminal.
Quick Reference¶
Common Tasks¶
Analyze library access:
run_socialmapper(
state="California",
county="Los Angeles County",
place_type="library",
travel_time=15
)
Use custom locations:
run_socialmapper(
custom_coords_path="my_locations.csv",
travel_time=20,
census_variables=["total_population"]
)
Export maps:
Common Questions¶
- How do I find POI types? → See Finding Places
- What census variables are available? → See Demographics
- How do I use my own addresses? → See Custom Locations
- Can I analyze multiple locations? → Yes! See Batch Analysis
Need Help?¶
- Check the FAQ
- View example code
- Report issues on GitHub