The Just Communities Blog

CDC Heat & Health Tracker

The CDC Heat & Health Tracker is a comprehensive dashboard that provides real-time and historical data on heat exposure and related health impacts across U.S. communities. Users can explore the Heat and Health Index, daily rates of heat-related illnesses, and a 7-day national heat risk forecast, among other crucial metrics to understand and mitigate the impact of extreme heat on public health.

National Equity Atlas

The National Equity Atlas, produced by PolicyLink and the USC Equity Research Institute, is a comprehensive data tool that provides detailed insights into racial and economic equity across the United States. It equips movement leaders and policymakers with actionable data and strategies to advance equity and shared prosperity.

Mapping Race in America Tool

The "Mapping Race in America" tool from Community Commons allows users to observe and analyze the level and change in racial residential segregation across the United States. It provides valuable insights into demographic trends and disparities.

EJScreen

EJScreen is the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) environmental justice screening and mapping tool. It combines environmental and socioeconomic indicators to identify communities that may be experiencing higher environmental burdens and vulnerable populations.

Climate and Economic Justice Screening Tool

The Climate and Economic Justice Screening Tool, developed by the Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ), is a geospatial mapping tool that identifies communities facing significant burdens across eight categories: climate change, energy, health, housing, legacy pollution, transportation, water and wastewater, and workforce development. It helps policymakers and communities target resources and interventions to these disadvantaged areas.

WalkScore

Walk Score is an online tool that provides a numerical score to locations based on their walkability. It evaluates the proximity of amenities such as grocery stores, restaurants, schools, parks, and public transit, helping users find walkable neighborhoods and make informed decisions about where to live or work.

PLACES Interactive Map

The CDC's PLACES Interactive Map tool allows users to visualize and analyze health outcomes, prevention measures, health risk behaviors, disabilities, health status, health-related social needs, and social determinants of health at various geographic levels, including counties, places, census tracts, and ZIP Code Tabulation Areas (ZCTAs).

County Health Ranking

The County Health Rankings & Roadmaps website, developed by the University of Wisconsin Population Health Institute, provides comprehensive data and insights on health factors and outcomes across counties in the United States. It helps communities identify areas for improvement and develop strategies to promote health and well-being.

ParkScore

The ParkScore® index by the Trust for Public Land (TPL) ranks the park systems of the 100 most populous U.S. cities based on five key categories: equity, access, investment, amenities, and acreage. This tool helps communities understand how well their parks serve residents and identifies areas needing improvement.