The Community Data Dashboard presents key metrics that provide insight into the community’s current economic mobility conditions and trends over time. It demonstrates a Targeted Universalism approach to better understand the varied conditions that different populations experience. Economic mobility metrics are disaggregated by race and local jurisdiction, and by age, gender, and other factors when available. This disaggregated data shows which subpopulations may be most challenged and need targeted support, and what populations have strong outcomes that can we learn from. At any time, select the tutorial button at the bottom left corner of the dashboard for a detailed walk-through of all its features, or watch the video recording of the community data dashboard training session.
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The Dashboard presents three data displays: Demographics, Community, and Geography.
Navigate the dashboard:
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Select economic mobility pillar, metric, and sub-metric (if available) from the top row of drop-down menus
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Select from available datasets in the second row of dropdown menus
At any time, select the tutorial button at the bottom left corner for a detailed walk-through of all dashboard features.
Rewarding Work & Economic Opportunity
Rewarding Work and Economic Opportunity pays a living wage, provides dignified work conditions, and offers economic security.
The Community Data Dashboard includes the following datasets:
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Worker Earnings |
San Mateo County workers’ annual income (median and within the selected dollar ranges <$10k, $10-25k, $25-50k, $50-75k, $75-100k, >$100k) |
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Median Home Value |
Middle price of all homes in the selected geography, where half of all homes are worth less and half of the homes are worth more |
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Homeownership |
Percentage of each racial/ethnic group that lives in owner-occupied housing |
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Employment Ratio |
Percentage of each group who are employed (ages 16 years or older) |
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Occupation |
Percent of workers in five occupation sectors (Management, Business, Science, and Arts; Services Sector; Sales and Office Sectors; Natural Resources, Construction, and Maintenance; Production, Transportation, and Shipping Sectors) |
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Utilization of Benefits |
Percentage of San Mateo County residents that participate in benefit programs (Medi-Cal, CalFresh, CalWORKS, General Assistance/General Relief (GA/GR), or Cash Assistance Program for Immigrants (CAPI) |
Responsive & Just Institutions
Responsive and Just Governance engages residents in decision-making and serves the needs of all community members with restraint and fairness.
The Community Data Dashboard includes the following datasets:
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Within Half-Mile of Social Services |
Percent of individuals living within a half-mile of at least two distinct social services out of the following categories: children and family; counseling and therapy; disabilities; financial; basic needs (including food, clothing, and shelter); health; law and order; libraries; and youth |
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Experiencing Difficulty Accessing Social Services |
Percentage of adults 18 years and older who reported the ease of getting social services in the community as 'fair or poor' on the San Mateo County Health and Quality of Life Survey |
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Voter Turnout |
Percentage of eligible voters who actually cast a ballot in an election |
High-Quality Education & Information
High-quality Education and Information —from preschool through postsecondary—provides a crucial avenue to economic and social mobility.
The Community Data Dashboard includes the following datasets:
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Educational Attainment by Adults |
Percentage of the selected group that has completed a specified level of education |
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Digital Access |
Percentage of households that have in-home access to a computer and the internet |
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Preschool Enrollment |
Percentage of 3-4 year old children who are enrolled in nursery school or preschool. |
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Effective Public Education |
Percentage of third-grade students who meet or exceed English proficiency standards at the end of third grade, and percentage of eighth-grade students who meet or exceed Math proficiency standards at the end of eighth grade. |
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School Diversity |
Percentage of total student enrollment for K-12 by race/ethnicity, sex, and socioeconomic status. |
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Disconnected Youth |
Percentage of the population aged 16 to 24 who are not attending school and not employed. |
Healthy Environment & Healthcare
Healthy Environment and Healthcare help people of all ages to surmount life’s challenges, excel in school and at work, ensure their families’ well-being, and fully participate in their communities.
The Community Data Dashboard includes the following datasets:
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Uninsured |
Percentage of the population that does not have active health insurance coverage |
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Public Assistance or SNAP |
Percentage of the population that has received public benefits, such as direct financial assistance programs or food assistance, in the past 12 months |
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Within Half-Mile of Groundwater Contamination |
Percentage of residents who live within a half-mile of groundwater contamination sites |
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Within Half-Mile of a Grocery Store |
Percentage of residents who live within a half-mile of a grocery store (i.e., authorized SNAP retailers) |
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Poor Mental Health |
Percentage of adults aged 18 years and over who report that their mental health (including stress, depression, and problems with emotions) was not good for 14 or more days during the past 30 days |
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Demand for Formal Child Care/Preschool Met |
Percentage of families in San Mateo County whose need for formal child care or preschool can be satisfied by the current supply of formal child care or preschool |
Opportunity-Rich & Inclusive Neighborhoods
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Opportunity-rich and Inclusive Neighborhoods play a central role in supporting families’ stability and well-being, their access to social and economic opportunities, and children’s chances to thrive and succeed. The Community Data Dashboard includes the following datasets:
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What does each chart, map, and sidebar show?
Every indicator (or sub-indicator) is presented in two graphs and one map. On the left-side graph, the outcome is plotted at the county level in a green trendline and disaggregated by race/ethnicity or other demographic characteristics. In the middle chart, the data is disaggregated by communities (cities and some unincorporated areas). On the right, the same geographically disaggregated information is presented in a map, for the latest time period.
The view for each indicator (or sub-indicator) also has the definition and key findings text in the sidebar that summarizes the information conveyed in the figures. When you hover over the trendlines or geographies, you will see additional dynamic text beneath key findings. If you scroll down on the sidebar, you will find a data description, as well as information about any data that might have been omitted from the figures due to excessive standard errors.
How do I share and download data?
Select the Share button on the bottom of the sidebar to get a custom URL copied to the clipboard that directly navigates to the selected indicator (or sub-indicator). Select the Download button on the sidebar to save a CSV of the underlying data presented in the figures, including any omitted data due to excessive standard errors.
Why is disaggregated data important?
Disaggregating data related to economic mobility is important because data at the countywide population level may mask important differences in outcomes across communities. Breaking the data out by race, geography, age, gender, and other factors helps identify where disparities are most pronounced and helps target resources and strategies to the populations and places with the greatest need.
Where can I learn more about economic mobility?
Learn more about countywide efforts on the Shared Prosperity website and read the Shared Prosperity Coordinating Council’s Economic Mobility Action Plan.