Geospatial Data Pack for Visualization 🗺️

Learn Geographic Mapping with Altair, Vega-Lite and Vega using Curated Datasets

Complete geographic and geophysical data collection for mapping and visualization. This consolidation includes 18 complementary datasets used by 31+ Vega, Vega-Lite, and Altair examples 📊. Perfect for learning geographic visualization techniques including projections, choropleths, point maps, vector fields, and interactive displays.

Source data lives on GitHub and can also be accessed via CDN. The vega-datasets project serves as a common repository for example datasets used across these visualization libraries and related projects.

Why Use This Dataset? 🤔

• Comprehensive Geospatial Types: Explore a variety of core geospatial data models:
  • Vector Data: Includes points (like airports.csv), lines (like londonTubeLines.json), and polygons (like us-10m.json).
  • Raster-like Data: Work with gridded datasets (like windvectors.csv, annual-precip.json).
• Diverse Formats: Gain experience with standard and efficient geospatial formats like GeoJSON (see Table 1, 2, 4), compressed TopoJSON (see Table 1), and plain CSV/TSV (see Table 2, 3, 4) for point data and attribute tables ready for joining.
• Multi-Scale Coverage: Practice visualization across different geographic scales, from global and national (Table 1, 4) down to the city level (Table 1).
• Rich Thematic Mapping: Includes multiple datasets (Table 3) specifically designed for joining attributes to geographic boundaries (like states or counties from Table 1) to create insightful choropleth maps.
• Ready-to-Use & Example-Driven: Cleaned datasets tightly integrated with 31+ official examples (see Appendix) from Altair, Vega-Lite, and Vega, allowing you to immediately practice techniques like projections, point maps, network maps, and interactive displays.
• Python Friendly: Works seamlessly with essential Python libraries like Altair (which can directly read TopoJSON/GeoJSON), Pandas, and GeoPandas, fitting perfectly into the Kaggle notebook environment.

Table of Contents

• Why Use This Dataset?
• Dataset Inventory
• Usage Guide
• Appendix: Geospatial Examples by Technique
• Licenses
• Sources
• Learning Resources

Dataset Inventory 🗂️

This pack includes 18 datasets covering base maps, reference points, statistical data for choropleths, and geophysical data.

1. BASE MAP BOUNDARIES (Topological Data)

2. GEOGRAPHIC REFERENCE POINTS (Point Data) 📍

The dataset contains example gwfvisdb files required to run the examples displayed on the GWF-VIS visualization gallery (https://gwf-vis.usask.ca/#gallery). The code associated with each visualization example contains a 'data_source' variable. This variable can be examined to see where the data is currently hosted. Users may also upload the data file on other static file servers and update the 'data_source' to replicate the visualizations.

The Geospatial Data Act of 2018 (GDA) serves as the Federal foundation for geospatial data management and sharing with the public. The GDA defines geospatial data as information tied to a location on Earth, including geographic location identifiers and characteristics of natural or constructed features and boundaries. This is important for HHS work with disasters, emergencies, preparedness, and responses that necessitate quality data like remote sensing, land surveying, or mapping. Here, you can explore data maps, vector datasets (points, lines, polygons), raster datasets (images, aerial photographs), and other HHS geospatial data. Explore HHS geospatial data assets below. To develop your own maps and geospatial visualizations, create a free account (sign in required) on HealthData.gov.

The Goddard Earth Sciences Data and Information Services Center (GES-DISC) at NASA is responsible for safeguarding and distributing invaluable Earth science data. Recognizing the critical role of satellite data visualization in immersive environments, we have embarked on a venture that explores the utilization of existing tools and technologies such as virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR), and extended reality (XR).

The intention of this project is not merely to experiment, but to potentially redefine how we interact with our large data inventory. Our objective is to deepen our comprehension of data and create engaging, interactive experiences.

This web app launches the MultiSpec Online tool on MyGeoHub (https://mygeohub.org) for geospatial data exploration, analysis and visualization.

Overview and Inspiration

I wanted to make some geospatial visualizations to convey the current severity of COVID19 in different parts of the U.S..

I liked the NYTimes COVID dataset, but it was lacking information on county boundary shape data, population per county, new cases / deaths per day, and per capita calculations, and county demographics.

After a lot of work tracking down the different data sources I wanted and doing all of the data wrangling and joins in python, I wanted to open-source the final enriched data set in order to give others a head start in their COVID-19 related analytic, modeling, and visualization efforts.

This dataset is enriched with county shapes, county center point coordinates, 2019 census population estimates, county population densities, cases and deaths per capita, and calculated per day cases / deaths metrics. It contains daily data per county back to January, allowing for analyizng changes over time.

UPDATE: I have also included demographic information per county, including ages, races, and gender breakdown. This could help determine which counties are most susceptible to an outbreak.

How this data can be used

Geospatial analysis and visualization - Which counties are currently getting hit the hardest (per capita and totals)? - What patterns are there in the spread of the virus across counties? (network based spread simulations using county center lat / lons) -county population densities play a role in how quickly the virus spreads? -how does a specific county/state cases and deaths compare to other counties/states? Join with other county level datasets easily (with fips code column)

Content Details

See the column descriptions for more details on the dataset

Visualizations and Analysis Examples

COVID-19 U.S. Time-lapse: Confirmed Cases per County (per capita)

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Other Data Notes

• Please review nytimes README for detailed notes on Covid-19 data - https://github.com/nytimes/covid-19-data/
• The only update I made in regards to 'Geographic Exceptions', is that I took 'New York City' county provided in the Covid-19 data, which has all cases for 'for the five boroughs of New York City (New York, Kings, Queens, Bronx and Richmond counties) and replaced the missing FIPS for those rows with the 'New York County' fips code 36061. That way I could join to a geometry, and then I used the sum of those five boroughs population estimates for the 'New York City' estimate, which allowed me calculate 'per capita' metrics for 'New York City' entries in the Covid-19 dataset

Acknowledgements

• Special thanks to NYTimes for all of their hard work gathering and consolidating all of the U.S. COVID19 related data on daily basis. Their git repo https://github.com/nytimes/covid-19-data/
• Also, thanks to ykzeng for the county population density estimates: https://github.com/ykzeng/covid-19/tree/master/data-

Social and spatial contexts affect health, and understanding nuances of context is key to informing successful interventions for health equity. Layering mixed methods and mixed scale data sources to visualize patterns of health outcomes facilitates analysis of both broad trends and person-level experiences across time and space. We used micro-scale citizen scientist-collected data from four Bay Area communities along with aggregate epidemiologic and population-level data sets to illustrate barriers to, and facilitators of, physical activity in low-income aging adults. These data integrations highlight the synergistic value added by combining data sources, and what might be missed by relying on either a micro- or macro-level data source alone. Mixed methods and granularity data integration can generate a deeper understanding of environmental context, which in turn can inform more relevant and attainable community, advocacy, and policy improvements.

Discover the booming interactive map creation tools market! This in-depth analysis reveals a $2.5 billion market in 2025, projected to reach $8 billion by 2033, driven by cloud-based solutions and growing data visualization needs. Learn about key players, market segmentation, and regional trends shaping this exciting sector.

Refined DataCo Smart Supply Chain Geospatial Dataset

Optimized for Geospatial and Big Data Analysis

This dataset is a refined and enhanced version of the original DataCo SMART SUPPLY CHAIN FOR BIG DATA ANALYSIS dataset, specifically designed for advanced geospatial and big data analysis. It incorporates geocoded information, language translations, and cleaned data to enable applications in logistics optimization, supply chain visualization, and performance analytics.

Key Features

1. Geocoded Source and Destination Data

• Accurate latitude and longitude coordinates for both source and destination locations.
• Facilitates geospatial mapping, route analysis, and distance calculations.

2. Supplementary GeoJSON Files

• src_points.geojson: Source point geometries.
• dest_points.geojson: Destination point geometries.
• routes.geojson: Line geometries representing source-destination routes.
• These files are compatible with GIS software and geospatial libraries such as GeoPandas, Folium, and QGIS.

3. Language Translation

• Key location fields (countries, states, and cities) are translated into English for consistency and global accessibility.

4. Cleaned and Consolidated Data

• Addressed missing values, removed duplicates, and corrected erroneous entries.
• Ready-to-use dataset for analysis without additional preprocessing.

5. Routes and Points Geometry

• Enables the creation of spatial visualizations, hotspot identification, and route efficiency analyses.

Applications

1. Logistics Optimization

• Analyze transportation routes and delivery performance to improve efficiency and reduce costs.

2. Supply Chain Visualization

• Create detailed maps to visualize the global flow of goods.

3. Geospatial Modeling

• Perform proximity analysis, clustering, and geospatial regression to uncover patterns in supply chain operations.

4. Business Intelligence

• Use the dataset for KPI tracking, decision-making, and operational insights.

Dataset Content

Files Included

1. DataCoSupplyChainDatasetRefined.csv

   • The main dataset containing cleaned fields, geospatial coordinates, and English translations.

2. src_points.geojson

   • GeoJSON file containing the source points for easy visualization and analysis.

3. dest_points.geojson

   • GeoJSON file containing the destination points.

4. routes.geojson

   • GeoJSON file with LineStrings representing routes between source and destination points.

Attribution

This dataset is based on the original dataset published by Fabian Constante, Fernando Silva, and António Pereira:
Constante, Fabian; Silva, Fernando; Pereira, António (2019), “DataCo SMART SUPPLY CHAIN FOR BIG DATA ANALYSIS”, Mendeley Data, V5, doi: 10.17632/8gx2fvg2k6.5.

Refinements include geospatial processing, translation, and additional cleaning by the uploader to enhance usability and analytical potential.

Tips for Using the Dataset

• For geospatial analysis, leverage tools like GeoPandas, QGIS, or Folium to visualize routes and points.
• Use the GeoJSON files for interactive mapping and spatial queries.
• Combine this dataset with external datasets (e.g., road networks) for enriched analytics.

This dataset is designed to empower data scientists, researchers, and business professionals to explore the intersection of geospatial intelligence and supply chain optimization.

The interactive map creation tools market is experiencing robust growth, driven by increasing demand for visually engaging data representation across diverse sectors. The market, estimated at $2.5 billion in 2025, is projected to witness a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 15% from 2025 to 2033, reaching approximately $7.8 billion by 2033. This expansion is fueled by several key factors. The rising adoption of location-based services (LBS) and geographic information systems (GIS) across industries like real estate, tourism, logistics, and urban planning is a major catalyst. Businesses are increasingly leveraging interactive maps to enhance customer engagement, improve operational efficiency, and gain valuable insights from geospatial data. Furthermore, advancements in mapping technologies, including the integration of AI and machine learning for improved data analysis and visualization, are contributing to market growth. The accessibility of user-friendly tools, coupled with the decreasing cost of cloud-based solutions, is also making interactive map creation more accessible to a wider range of users, from individuals to large corporations. However, the market also faces certain challenges. Data security and privacy concerns surrounding the use of location data are paramount. The need for specialized skills and expertise to effectively utilize advanced mapping technologies may also hinder broader adoption, particularly among smaller businesses. Competition among established players like Mapbox, ArcGIS StoryMaps, and Google, alongside emerging innovative solutions, necessitates constant innovation and differentiation. Nevertheless, the overall market outlook remains positive, with continued technological advancements and rising demand for data visualization expected to propel growth in the coming years. Specific market segmentation data, while unavailable, can be reasonably inferred from existing market trends, suggesting a strong dominance of enterprise-grade solutions, but with substantial growth expected from simpler, more user-friendly tools designed for individuals and small businesses.

Geospatial data, especially those in hydrology, are uniquely suited to compelling and practical visualization. Maps, in particular, are not only tools for developing an initial understanding of a new set of data but are also used widely to disseminate analytical results in a native manner. This seminar will develop both a high-level understanding of the practice of visualizing geospatial data and practical skills in Python for easily creating geospatial visualizations. In particular, we will discuss the importance of (and historical precedent for) creating a visual narrative for the dissemination of information, concerns regarding cartographic projections, a brief overview of common geospatial data types, and provide live demonstrations of common open-source geospatial data visualization packages in Python using hydrologic datasets.

The geospatial analytics market size is predicted to rise from $93.49 billion in 2024 to $362.45 billion by 2035, growing at a CAGR of 13.1% from 2024 to 2035

The NSF-funded DIBBS project, Geospatial Data Analysis Building Blocks, focuses on geospatial data management, analysis, modeling and visualization. This flyer describes the highlights of the project as of December 2015, and provides the project URL and other relevant information.

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Geospatial Analytics Market Size 2025-2029

The geospatial analytics market size is forecast to increase by USD 178.6 billion, at a CAGR of 21.4% between 2024 and 2029.

The market is experiencing significant growth, driven by the increasing adoption of geospatial analytics in sectors such as healthcare and insurance. This trend is fueled by the ability of geospatial analytics to provide valuable insights from location-based data, leading to improved operational efficiency and decision-making. Additionally, emerging methods in data collection and generation, including the use of drones and satellite imagery, are expanding the scope and potential of geospatial analytics. However, the market faces challenges, including data privacy and security concerns. With the vast amounts of sensitive location data being collected and analyzed, ensuring its protection is crucial for companies to maintain trust with their customers and avoid regulatory penalties. Navigating these challenges and capitalizing on the opportunities presented by the growing adoption of geospatial analytics requires a strategic approach from industry players. Companies must prioritize data security, invest in advanced analytics technologies, and collaborate with stakeholders to build trust and transparency. By addressing these challenges and leveraging the power of geospatial analytics, businesses can gain a competitive edge and unlock new opportunities in various industries.

What will be the Size of the Geospatial Analytics Market during the forecast period?

Explore in-depth regional segment analysis with market size data - historical 2019-2023 and forecasts 2025-2029 - in the full report.
Request Free SampleThe market continues to evolve, driven by the increasing demand for location-specific insights across various sectors. Urban planning relies on geospatial optimization and data enrichment to enhance city designs and improve infrastructure. Cloud-based geospatial solutions facilitate real-time data access, enabling location intelligence for public safety and resource management. Spatial data standards ensure interoperability among different systems, while geospatial software and data visualization tools provide valuable insights from satellite imagery and aerial photography. Geospatial services offer data integration, spatial data accuracy, and advanced analytics capabilities, including 3D visualization, route optimization, and data cleansing. Precision agriculture and environmental monitoring leverage geospatial data to optimize resource usage and monitor ecosystem health. Infrastructure management and real estate industries rely on geospatial data for asset tracking and market analysis. Spatial statistics and disaster management applications help mitigate risks and respond effectively to crises. Geospatial data management and quality remain critical as the volume and complexity of data grow. Geospatial modeling and interoperability enable seamless data sharing and collaboration. Sensor networks and geospatial data acquisition technologies expand the reach of geospatial analytics, while AI-powered geospatial analytics offer new opportunities for predictive analysis and automation. The ongoing development of geospatial technologies and applications underscores the market's continuous dynamism, providing valuable insights and solutions for businesses and organizations worldwide.

How is this Geospatial Analytics Industry segmented?

The geospatial analytics industry research report provides comprehensive data (region-wise segment analysis), with forecasts and estimates in 'USD billion' for the period 2025-2029, as well as historical data from 2019-2023 for the following segments. TechnologyGPSGISRemote sensingOthersEnd-userDefence and securityGovernmentEnvironmental monitoringMining and manufacturingOthersApplicationSurveyingMedicine and public safetyMilitary intelligenceDisaster risk reduction and managementOthersTypeSurface and field analyticsGeovisualizationNetwork and location analyticsOthersGeographyNorth AmericaUSCanadaEuropeFranceGermanyItalyUKAPACChinaIndiaJapanSouth AmericaBrazilRest of World (ROW)

By Technology Insights

The gps segment is estimated to witness significant growth during the forecast period.The market encompasses various applications and technologies, including geospatial optimization, data enrichment, location-based services (LBS), spatial data standards, public safety, geospatial software, resource management, location intelligence, geospatial data visualization, geospatial services, data integration, 3D visualization, satellite imagery, remote sensing, GIS platforms, spatial data infrastructure, aerial photography, route optimization, data cleansing, precision agriculture, spatial interpolation, geospatial databases, transportation planning, spatial data accuracy, spatial analysis, map projections, interactive maps, marketing analytics, data storytelling, geospati

Overview

Empower your location data visualizations with our edge-matched polygons, even in difficult geographies.

Our self-hosted geospatial data cover administrative and postal divisions with up to 5 precision levels. All levels follow a seamless hierarchical structure with no gaps or overlaps.

The geospatial data shapes are offered in high-precision and visualization resolution and are easily customized on-premise.

Use cases for the Global Administrative Boundaries Database (Geospatial data, Map data)

• In-depth spatial analysis

• Clustering

• Geofencing

• Reverse Geocoding

• Reporting and Business Intelligence (BI)

Product Features

• Coherence and precision at every level

• Edge-matched polygons

• High-precision shapes for spatial analysis

• Fast-loading polygons for reporting and BI

• Multi-language support

For additional insights, you can combine the map data with:

• Population data: Historical and future trends

• UNLOCODE and IATA codes

• Time zones and Daylight Saving Time (DST)

Data export methodology

Our location data packages are offered in variable formats, including - .shp - .gpkg - .kml - .shp - .gpkg - .kml - .geojson

All geospatial data are optimized for seamless integration with popular systems like Esri ArcGIS, Snowflake, QGIS, and more.

Why companies choose our map data

• Precision at every level

• Coverage of difficult geographies

• No gaps, nor overlaps

Note: Custom geospatial data packages are available. Please submit a request via the above contact button for more details.

LANDISVIEW is a tool, developed at the Knowledge Engineering Laboratory at Texas A&M University, to visualize and animate 8-bit/16-bit ERDAS GIS format (e.g., LANDIS and LANDIS-II output maps). It can also convert 8-bit/16-bit ERDAS GIS format into ASCII and batch files. LANDISVIEW provides two major functions: 1) File Viewer: Files can be viewed sequentially and an output can be generated as a movie file or as an image file. 2) File converter: It will convert the loaded files for compatibility with 3rd party software, such as Fragstats, a widely used spatial analysis tool. Some available features of LANDISVIEW include: 1) Display cell coordinates and values. 2) Apply user-defined color palette to visualize files. 3) Save maps as pictures and animations as video files (*.avi). 4) Convert ERDAS files into ASCII grids for compatibility with Fragstats. (Source: http://kelab.tamu.edu/)

Data files for the examples in the book Geographic Data Science in R: Visualizing and Analyzing Environmental Change by Michael C. Wimberly.

The Sagebrush Biome covers more than 160 million acres across portions of 14 states. Home to over to 350 species, this working landscape has a long history of management practices that had profound impacts on sagebrush ecosystems. While many threats continue to impact the biome, diverse partnerships are implementing actions that conserve and restore sagebrush to sustain wildlife populations and livelihoods.Interactive web map for highlighting priority sagebrush areas for Strategic Habitat Conservation (SHC). Open map and view popup window for more information.

The sagebrush biome, as a polygon, covers 736 million acres. Within that, sagebrush rangelands defined by the SCD comprise 245 million acres across 13 states. Home to over to 350 species, this working landscape has a long history of management practices that had profound impacts on sagebrush ecosystems. While many threats continue to impact the biome, diverse partnerships are implementing actions that conserve and restore sagebrush to sustain wildlife populations and livelihoods.

Interactive web map for highlighting priority sagebrush areas for Sage Conservation Design (SCD). Open map and view popup window for more information.

Sagebrush Web ResourcesIntermountain West Joint Venture - Partnering to Conserve Sagebrush RangelandsSage Grouse Initiative Wildlife & Ecosystem MapUSGS Sagebrush Conservation Strategy—Challenges to Sagebrush ConservationWestern Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies - Sagebrush Conservation InitiativeWestern Working Lands for Wildlife - Sagebrush Framework