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This command-line utility converts U.S. Census Bureau TIGER/Line files to ESRI Shapefiles. It extracts point, line, and polygon features from thirty datasets without requiring an ESRI license or external software dependencies.

  • Pros

    • Extracts point line and polygon features for thirty datasets
    • Requires no ESRI license or external third-party software
    • Portable application requires no installation or uninstallation
    • Includes feature names types and class descriptions in attributes
    • Streamlined command-line interface for direct data conversion

  • Cons

    • Restricted to TIGER/Line files from 2004 through 2006
    • Lacks a graphical user interface for non-technical users
    • Does not support census data released after 2006
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1
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Platform
Windows
Operating System
  • Windows 10
  • Windows XP
  • Windows 2000
Additional Requirements
Windows 2000/XP/2003 Server, Microsoft .NET Framework 1.1
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By Cyan Canyon
Extract features and convert U.S. Census Bureau TIGER/Line files to ESRI Shapefiles.
This basic command-line utility converts U.S. Census Bureau Tiger/Line files (2004 through 2006 First Edition) to ESRI Shapefiles. Extract point, line and polygon features for over 30 different datasets without the need for an ESRI license or external third-party software. Shapefile attributes contain feature names, types, class codes, class descriptions, and other available data. This is a simple program with no need for installing/uninstalling.
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