Open data is increasingly the metric by which a city’s transparency is measured. Since the City established an open data policy in 2012, over 200 datasets have been released, including crime incidents, contracts for professional services, licenses and violations, property assessments, and bike thefts. But that's only the beginning.
Open data is becoming a key part of the way governments conduct business and reach constituents. Learn what's next for open data in Philadelphia.
View PlanAn extensive census was conducted to identify and analyze all currently published and otherwise known datasets to inform our strategy going forward. Learn more about the census and key findings.
View CensusA citywide data inventory - a detailed list of every dataset that exists within city government - used to gauge public demand and inform prioritization of data releases.
View InventoryHundreds of datasets are available right now on Open Data Philly, a one-stop shop for open data from the City of Philadelphia, non-profits, schools, and businesses.
Have a question about a dataset? Post a question or comment on the Open Data Philly discussion group. Anyone with an interest in open data is welcome to join the community.
Not all data is currently open data, but that doesn't mean you can't access it. The law allows you make a Right to Know request. See the PDF below to determine who to contact and how to proceed.