Common Types of Demographic and Community Data

Common Types of Demographic and Community Data
Demographic Information to Collect	A description of residential populations living near or on the site. A description of people who may be exposed at nearby businesses, schools, and recreational areas. The location and distance from the site or contaminated areas to nearby residents. The size of the population within a specific radius of the site. Age, sex, ethnicity, and socioeconomic status distribution in the potentially affected community. Stability or transient nature of the population (e.g., length of residency or age changes that may require looking at older censuses/demographics for past periods).
Community Information to Collect	Records of environmental and health concerns expressed made by the public, including documentation of when these concerns were voiced. Actions taken by federal, state, or local agencies (such as health departments), and responsible parties in response to health concerns, complaints, or issues. Health and other data obtained through individual and community meetings or through community health studies. Knowledge on local environmental justice, tribal member concerns, or community interest groups and issues that may reflect unique cultural concerns. History of government involvement and community response to past involvement. Community expectations for ATSDR involvement. Newspaper articles (print and online). Social media, including town Facebook pages, minutes of town council meetings.