Mapping the U.S. Ham Radio Landscape with HamRadar.com’s Interactive Census 2024

Discover the latest data on licensed ham radio operators across the U.S. with HamRadar.com's Interactive Census, offering real-time insights and detailed breakdowns by state and license class.

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Ham Radar

10/8/20241 min read

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HamRadar.com has introduced a new tool for the amateur radio community: the U.S. Ham Radio Operators by State Interactive Census, updated as of October 5, 2024. This dynamic feature allows users to explore ham radio statistics across the United States with an intuitive, interactive map, providing real-time data sourced directly from the FCC.

When you click on a state, the map breaks down the number of licensed ham operators by their license class—Novice, Technician, General, Advanced, and Extra. This enables ham enthusiasts and researchers to examine regional differences in operator concentrations and license class distributions. The dataset is regularly updated, making it a reliable resource for anyone curious about the demographic landscape of amateur radio in the U.S.

This tool is a great asset for radio operators looking to connect with local ham communities or understand the distribution of license holders nationwide. Whether you're a seasoned operator or just curious about radio culture, the Ham Radar census offers a user-friendly way to dive into the latest statistics.

Check out the U.S. Ham Radio Operators by State Interactive Census by clicking here.