hearthmap: Where to Live
Find where to live, by data
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Explore the United States with a data-driven map to find the best places to live. Analyze over 100 data points like schools, crime rates, and housing costs at various geographic levels. Filter and rank locations based on your personal priorities.
What's New in hearthmap
1.2.0
June 23, 2026
- Satellite view. Tap the new map control to switch between the plain map and a satellite basemap, so you can see the real terrain behind the data. - A richer region panel. Tapping a place now opens an improved detail view with a short description of the area and a new "Explore more data" section that lets you dig into additional metrics. - More context in map popups. When you tap a place, the popup now shows where it sits: the state for counties, and the surrounding town for ZIP codes and smaller areas. - ACT scores. The Student Outcomes section now includes average ACT scores alongside the existing education data. - Smoother first load. Fixed an issue where region labels could stay blank when the map first opened until you panned or zoomed. Labels now appear reliably right away. - Updated tour. The welcome tour now points out the new satellite toggle.
MoreFAQ
What is hearthmap?
hearthmap is a free, data-only map designed to help you decide where to live in the United States. It provides over 100 data points, such as school ratings, crime rates, and housing costs, visualized on a map.
Does hearthmap have ads?
No, hearthmap is completely free and does not contain advertisements. It is a research tool focused on providing data without any promotional content.
What kind of data does hearthmap offer?
hearthmap offers data on housing, cost of living, schools, safety, environment, demographics, lifestyle, commute times, and employment, sourced from public institutions like the U.S. Census Bureau and FBI.
Can I see data at a very specific level with hearthmap?
Yes, hearthmap allows you to see data at six levels of detail: state, county, town, ZIP code, census tract, and block group. You can zoom in to a single block group for precise analysis.
How does hearthmap help me rank locations?
You can tell hearthmap what factors are most important to you and assign them weights. It then scores every region in the country based on your preferences, highlighting the best matches.
Is hearthmap available on all devices?
hearthmap is supported on iPhones, iPads, and iPods. It is designed for iOS devices.
How often is hearthmap updated?
The latest version of hearthmap is 1.2.0, and it was last updated on June 23, 2026. Updates are released to ensure data accuracy and app functionality.
What is the user sentiment for hearthmap?
hearthmap has received excellent user feedback, with an average rating of 5.0 stars from 2 ratings. This indicates a high level of user satisfaction with the app's features and utility.