Esri ArcGIS Community Analyst
A cloud-based mapping solution to visualize and analyze demographic information using thousands of available variables.
Overview
ArcGIS Community Analyst is a cloud-based mapping software from Esri that provides access to thousands of data variables for analyzing communities. Users can create custom regions, generate reports, and produce interactive maps to understand demographic trends, identify areas of need, and support data-driven decision-making for public policy, grant proposals, and resource allocation. It is part of the broader ArcGIS ecosystem. Note: The product is scheduled to be retired on March 1, 2026, with users being migrated to ArcGIS Business Analyst.
✨ Key Features
- Access to thousands of demographic, health, crime, and business variables
- Analysis of standard geographies (down to block group) or custom-drawn areas
- Smart Map Search to find areas meeting specific criteria
- Creation of color-coded maps and interactive visualizations
- Generation of custom comparison reports
- Suitability analysis for site selection
- Integration with ArcGIS Online content
- Data available for over 135 countries
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Part of the comprehensive Esri ArcGIS ecosystem
- Advanced GIS and spatial analysis capabilities
- Extensive global data library
- Powerful suitability and site selection tools
Unique Value: Leverages the power of the world's leading GIS platform to provide deep, data-driven insights for community planning and policy decisions.
🎯 Use Cases (5)
✅ Best For
- Used by the City of Fullerton to analyze downtown business climate
- Used by a county to ensure clinical services for uninsured populations for a grant proposal
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Users needing a very simple, non-GIS interface
- Long-term adoption due to scheduled retirement in March 2026
🏆 Alternatives
Offers more advanced spatial analysis and customization than simpler tools like PolicyMap, and is fully integrated into the broader ArcGIS platform for users who need that ecosystem.
💻 Platforms
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Live Chat
- ✓ Phone Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (Premium tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
✓ 30-day free trial
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