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When you want to know how to
better serve your community, demographics are a powerful
tool.
A thorough demographic study is often needed for planning,
feasibility studies, and
many strategic decisions.
Demographic
information gives
decision-makers insight into
the environment in which they
function. Demographics describe
the current population and offer
an objective picture of the future.
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Components of a
Demographic Study
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The type of data needed
depends on its intended use. Meitler Consultants first
clarifies how the data will be used; then com-piles only
the relevant information.
- Data is gathered and compiled from many sources
including:
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Large national databases
like Claritas,
Polk, Map Info and others
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Interviews with planners
at the local,
regional and state levels
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Data from the Internet,
public school
districts, special studies, etc.
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U.S. Bureau of the Census |
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It is often productive to
analyze the internal profile of the parish, school or
institution. Meitler Consultants
compiles relevant data to show trends, needs and
opportunities.
- The data is synthesized and organized into a report
and presentation. Meitler Consultants brings experience
in translating relevant information to the decisions at
hand.
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