Dallas County

The Dallas County CKAN organization is dedicated to collecting and disseminating data from a variety of county departments and agencies. This organization includes information from departments such as the Dallas Central Appraisal District (DCAD), Dallas County Justice of the Peace Courts, and many others operating within the county’s jurisdiction. The content primarily consists of administrative records and datasets obtained through open records requests, ensuring transparency and accessibility for the public.

Contents and Coverage

  • Administrative Data: Datasets that reflect the day-to-day operations of county offices, including budgets, spending, staffing levels, and more.

  • Appraisal District Data: Information related to property assessments and valuation, such as parcels, tax rates, and appraisal summaries from DCAD.

  • Justice of the Peace Courts: Records of eviction case filings, including filing dates, case numbers, and other relevant court information.

  • Other Departments: Additional datasets from other Dallas County agencies as they become available. This may include infrastructure projects, public works data, court records, and more.

Data Sources

  • Official County Records: Primary data released by Dallas County offices, either internally or as mandated by law.

  • Open Records Requests: Publicly available documents and reports acquired under Freedom of Information Act or state-level open records laws.

  • Collaborative Efforts: Datasets produced in partnership with local municipalities, research institutions, and non-governmental organizations.

Intended Audience

  • Internal Stakeholders: Dallas County department staff, policy makers, and inter-agency collaborators seeking centralized access to operational data.

  • External Users: Researchers, journalists, community organizations, private businesses, and the general public interested in Dallas County’s administrative and public service information.

Usage and Guidelines

  • Data Formats: Most datasets are available in accessible formats such as CSV, Excel, and PDF. Where possible, machine-readable formats are provided for easier analysis and integration.

  • Data Refresh and Updates: Some datasets may be refreshed weekly, monthly, or annually. Specific update cadence will be reflected in dataset descriptions.

  • Licensing and Access: Unless otherwise noted, public datasets are shared under public domain or an open license allowing free reuse and distribution. Users should always check the dataset’s license details before sharing or remixing.

  • Contact and Support: For questions, clarifications, or access to additional records, reach out to the Child Poverty Action Lab at .