There are several different boundaries used in ZDOS®. Understand the difference and how they interact with each other.
Geographic boundaries refer to the lines that demarcate the physical boundaries of a particular area. These boundaries may be census-designated or they may be custom to your area. Understanding boundaries will help you understand and interpret your filters and charts.
Different boundaries show up in your ZDOS® as filters and are used independently of each other. Below is a list of boundary lines found in ZDOS®.
Different boundaries you will find in your ZDOS® include:
State Boundary
Census-designated geographical boundaries define the state line.
County
Census-designated geographical boundaries defining the county line.
City
Census-designated geographical boundaries defining the county line.
Destination
Contracted designated boundary around your entire destination. Typically the county that provides tax funding to your organization. These are census-designated counties, states, cities or a combination of these.
Region
A custom geographic area within your destination that groups POIs together. Learn more about regions here.
Market Areas
Designated Marketing Area. Learn more about market areas.