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This CSV file contains all factory data used in the rankings table and factory detail panels, including grades, housing metrics, and playbook options.
Data Dictionary
Core Fields
| Field | Description |
|---|---|
factory_id |
Unique identifier for URL routing |
Company |
Factory/company name |
Address |
Street address |
geo_state |
State abbreviation |
CBSA |
Metropolitan statistical area name |
CountyName |
County name |
Jobs |
Number of jobs at the factory |
IndustryType |
Specific industry classification |
BroadIndustryType |
General industry category |
Grade Fields
| Field | Description |
|---|---|
overall_ranking_1 |
Overall letter grade (A–F) |
avg_ranking_1 |
GPA-style numeric score |
ranking_1 |
Criteria #1: Nearby Affordability |
ranking_2 |
Criteria #2: Metro Opportunity |
ranking_3 |
Criteria #3: Economic Boost |
ranking_4 |
Criteria #4: Amenity Access |
Housing Metrics (10-mile radius)
| Field | Description |
|---|---|
count_total_stock_10mi |
Total homes within 10 miles |
count_afford_total_stock_10mi |
Affordable homes within 10 miles |
pct_afford_total_stock_10mi |
Percent of stock that is affordable |
med_price_total_stock_10mi |
Median home price within 10 miles |
Metro Context
| Field | Description |
|---|---|
county_housing_pressure |
Price-to-income pressure ratio |
median_factory_worker_wage |
Metro area median wage |
metro_est_purchase_price |
Estimated affordable purchase price |
Playbook Options
| Field | Description |
|---|---|
playbook_option_1 |
Housing capacity via Option 1 |
playbook_option_2 |
Housing capacity via Option 2 |
playbook_option_3 |
Housing capacity via Option 3 |
total_playbook_options_1_3 |
Combined playbook capacity |
Citation
When using this data, please cite:
AEI Housing Center (2025). U.S. Factory Rankings: Housing Availability and Affordability Near New Manufacturing Facilities. American Enterprise Institute. https://www.aei.org/centers/housing-center/
Contact
For data questions or access requests, contact the AEI Housing Center.