Smarter Territory Mapping. Better Results.
Smarter Territory Mapping. Better Results.
Smarter Territory Mapping. Better Results.
Effortless to use. Built to scale.


Trusted by leading franchisors, sales teams and site selectors across the globe
Why Teams Choose Population Explorer
Why Teams Choose Population Explorer
Why Teams Choose Population Explorer
The only platform combining accurate population data, rich market context, and export-ready outputs.



Current & Forecasted Population Data
Find the Best Territories
Annually updated global demographics plus future forecasts — plan territories and sites based on where people live now and where they’re moving.



POIs & Income Insights
Reduce Overlap & Optimize Growth
Layer population with Google’s global POI dataset and our proprietary household income layers to see not just where people live, but how they spend and move.



Export-Ready Outputs
Instantly export postal codes, shapefiles, and population reports. Use them in FDDs, CRMs, or sales ops — no consultants required.
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Built for your growth
Built for your growth
Built for your growth
Custom franchise territory maps with demographics, competitor locations, allies and other key infrastructure. resolution demographic datasets, updated yearly, and tailored for strategic growth.



Franchise Territory Mapping
Find the Best Territories
Define exclusive, fair territories with up-to-date population and income data. Export ZIP lists for FDDs, avoid overlap disputes, and grow with confidence. Explore Franchise Mapping



Sales Territory Mapping
Reduce Overlap & Optimize Growth
Balance workloads, reduce travel, and protect accounts. Build ZIP- or radius-based sales territories, then push them directly into your CRM.Explore Sales Mapping
What Our Users Are Saying
What Our Users Are Saying
What Our Users Are Saying
Alan Callaghan
Hypr Logistics - CEO
5.0
Logistics territory mapping
We use Population Explorer's detailed population density and retail concentration data to plan and route our logistics hubs. This has helped us improve coverage and operate more efficiently across the US.
Anna Winters
Akros - CEO
5.0
Health Center Site Mapping
Far more precise than traditional census sources, and an intuitive platform. We can approach markets with more confidence. Highly recommend!
James Hathaway
PureGym - Group International Strategy and Franchising Director
5.0
Franchise Territory Mapping
Population Explorer let us map population hotspots against competitor locations and retail infrastructure across multiple countries, providing valuable insights into territories with ideal growth prospects.
Lauren Mishler
Volaire Aviation
5.0
Drone Flight-Path Mapping
Your program provides accurate and pertinent population data with minimal downtime/search time/hassle. It fits my needs perfectly while also saving time!
Stuart B
Mining and mineral exploration consultant
5.0
Site Selection
Population Explorer gives us quick insights into potential markets that we wold otherwise have to manually calculate over dozens of hours per project!
Pim Rijkee
MDS Traffic Planners & Consultants
5.0
Transport Corridor Mapping
We used PopEx to extract demographics in a radius around 20+ rail stations in Malaysia...the data is much more accurate than available census data. We saved 2-3 weeks of project time...
Matt Ball
Director of Operations - Mini First Aid
5.0
Franchise Territory Mapping
We use Population Explorer to map and price fair territories for our UK franchisees. It helps us maintain a balanced network.
Alan Callaghan
Hypr Logistics - CEO
5.0
Logistics territory mapping
We use Population Explorer's detailed population density and retail concentration data to plan and route our logistics hubs. This has helped us improve coverage and operate more efficiently across the US.
Anna Winters
Akros - CEO
5.0
Health Center Site Mapping
Far more precise than traditional census sources, and an intuitive platform. We can approach markets with more confidence. Highly recommend!
James Hathaway
PureGym - Group International Strategy and Franchising Director
5.0
Franchise Territory Mapping
Population Explorer let us map population hotspots against competitor locations and retail infrastructure across multiple countries, providing valuable insights into territories with ideal growth prospects.
Lauren Mishler
Volaire Aviation
5.0
Drone Flight-Path Mapping
Your program provides accurate and pertinent population data with minimal downtime/search time/hassle. It fits my needs perfectly while also saving time!
Stuart B
Mining and mineral exploration consultant
5.0
Site Selection
Population Explorer gives us quick insights into potential markets that we wold otherwise have to manually calculate over dozens of hours per project!
Pim Rijkee
MDS Traffic Planners & Consultants
5.0
Transport Corridor Mapping
We used PopEx to extract demographics in a radius around 20+ rail stations in Malaysia...the data is much more accurate than available census data. We saved 2-3 weeks of project time...
Matt Ball
Director of Operations - Mini First Aid
5.0
Franchise Territory Mapping
We use Population Explorer to map and price fair territories for our UK franchisees. It helps us maintain a balanced network.
Alan Callaghan
Hypr Logistics - CEO
5.0
Logistics territory mapping
We use Population Explorer's detailed population density and retail concentration data to plan and route our logistics hubs. This has helped us improve coverage and operate more efficiently across the US.
Anna Winters
Akros - CEO
5.0
Health Center Site Mapping
Far more precise than traditional census sources, and an intuitive platform. We can approach markets with more confidence. Highly recommend!
James Hathaway
PureGym - Group International Strategy and Franchising Director
5.0
Franchise Territory Mapping
Population Explorer let us map population hotspots against competitor locations and retail infrastructure across multiple countries, providing valuable insights into territories with ideal growth prospects.
Lauren Mishler
Volaire Aviation
5.0
Drone Flight-Path Mapping
Your program provides accurate and pertinent population data with minimal downtime/search time/hassle. It fits my needs perfectly while also saving time!
Stuart B
Mining and mineral exploration consultant
5.0
Site Selection
Population Explorer gives us quick insights into potential markets that we wold otherwise have to manually calculate over dozens of hours per project!
Pim Rijkee
MDS Traffic Planners & Consultants
5.0
Transport Corridor Mapping
We used PopEx to extract demographics in a radius around 20+ rail stations in Malaysia...the data is much more accurate than available census data. We saved 2-3 weeks of project time...
Matt Ball
Director of Operations - Mini First Aid
5.0
Franchise Territory Mapping
We use Population Explorer to map and price fair territories for our UK franchisees. It helps us maintain a balanced network.
Alan Callaghan
Hypr Logistics - CEO
5.0
Logistics territory mapping
We use Population Explorer's detailed population density and retail concentration data to plan and route our logistics hubs. This has helped us improve coverage and operate more efficiently across the US.
Anna Winters
Akros - CEO
5.0
Health Center Site Mapping
Far more precise than traditional census sources, and an intuitive platform. We can approach markets with more confidence. Highly recommend!
James Hathaway
PureGym - Group International Strategy and Franchising Director
5.0
Franchise Territory Mapping
Population Explorer let us map population hotspots against competitor locations and retail infrastructure across multiple countries, providing valuable insights into territories with ideal growth prospects.
Lauren Mishler
Volaire Aviation
5.0
Drone Flight-Path Mapping
Your program provides accurate and pertinent population data with minimal downtime/search time/hassle. It fits my needs perfectly while also saving time!
Stuart B
Mining and mineral exploration consultant
5.0
Site Selection
Population Explorer gives us quick insights into potential markets that we wold otherwise have to manually calculate over dozens of hours per project!
Pim Rijkee
MDS Traffic Planners & Consultants
5.0
Transport Corridor Mapping
We used PopEx to extract demographics in a radius around 20+ rail stations in Malaysia...the data is much more accurate than available census data. We saved 2-3 weeks of project time...
Matt Ball
Director of Operations - Mini First Aid
5.0
Franchise Territory Mapping
We use Population Explorer to map and price fair territories for our UK franchisees. It helps us maintain a balanced network.
Alan Callaghan
Hypr Logistics - CEO
5.0
Logistics territory mapping
We use Population Explorer's detailed population density and retail concentration data to plan and route our logistics hubs. This has helped us improve coverage and operate more efficiently across the US.
Anna Winters
Akros - CEO
5.0
Health Center Site Mapping
Far more precise than traditional census sources, and an intuitive platform. We can approach markets with more confidence. Highly recommend!
James Hathaway
PureGym - Group International Strategy and Franchising Director
5.0
Franchise Territory Mapping
Population Explorer let us map population hotspots against competitor locations and retail infrastructure across multiple countries, providing valuable insights into territories with ideal growth prospects.
Lauren Mishler
Volaire Aviation
5.0
Drone Flight-Path Mapping
Your program provides accurate and pertinent population data with minimal downtime/search time/hassle. It fits my needs perfectly while also saving time!
Stuart B
Mining and mineral exploration consultant
5.0
Site Selection
Population Explorer gives us quick insights into potential markets that we wold otherwise have to manually calculate over dozens of hours per project!
Pim Rijkee
MDS Traffic Planners & Consultants
5.0
Transport Corridor Mapping
We used PopEx to extract demographics in a radius around 20+ rail stations in Malaysia...the data is much more accurate than available census data. We saved 2-3 weeks of project time...
Matt Ball
Director of Operations - Mini First Aid
5.0
Franchise Territory Mapping
We use Population Explorer to map and price fair territories for our UK franchisees. It helps us maintain a balanced network.
Alan Callaghan
Hypr Logistics - CEO
5.0
Logistics territory mapping
We use Population Explorer's detailed population density and retail concentration data to plan and route our logistics hubs. This has helped us improve coverage and operate more efficiently across the US.
Anna Winters
Akros - CEO
5.0
Health Center Site Mapping
Far more precise than traditional census sources, and an intuitive platform. We can approach markets with more confidence. Highly recommend!
James Hathaway
PureGym - Group International Strategy and Franchising Director
5.0
Franchise Territory Mapping
Population Explorer let us map population hotspots against competitor locations and retail infrastructure across multiple countries, providing valuable insights into territories with ideal growth prospects.
Lauren Mishler
Volaire Aviation
5.0
Drone Flight-Path Mapping
Your program provides accurate and pertinent population data with minimal downtime/search time/hassle. It fits my needs perfectly while also saving time!
Stuart B
Mining and mineral exploration consultant
5.0
Site Selection
Population Explorer gives us quick insights into potential markets that we wold otherwise have to manually calculate over dozens of hours per project!
Pim Rijkee
MDS Traffic Planners & Consultants
5.0
Transport Corridor Mapping
We used PopEx to extract demographics in a radius around 20+ rail stations in Malaysia...the data is much more accurate than available census data. We saved 2-3 weeks of project time...
Matt Ball
Director of Operations - Mini First Aid
5.0
Franchise Territory Mapping
We use Population Explorer to map and price fair territories for our UK franchisees. It helps us maintain a balanced network.
Alan Callaghan
Hypr Logistics - CEO
5.0
Logistics territory mapping
We use Population Explorer's detailed population density and retail concentration data to plan and route our logistics hubs. This has helped us improve coverage and operate more efficiently across the US.
Anna Winters
Akros - CEO
5.0
Health Center Site Mapping
Far more precise than traditional census sources, and an intuitive platform. We can approach markets with more confidence. Highly recommend!
James Hathaway
PureGym - Group International Strategy and Franchising Director
5.0
Franchise Territory Mapping
Population Explorer let us map population hotspots against competitor locations and retail infrastructure across multiple countries, providing valuable insights into territories with ideal growth prospects.
Lauren Mishler
Volaire Aviation
5.0
Drone Flight-Path Mapping
Your program provides accurate and pertinent population data with minimal downtime/search time/hassle. It fits my needs perfectly while also saving time!
Stuart B
Mining and mineral exploration consultant
5.0
Site Selection
Population Explorer gives us quick insights into potential markets that we wold otherwise have to manually calculate over dozens of hours per project!
Pim Rijkee
MDS Traffic Planners & Consultants
5.0
Transport Corridor Mapping
We used PopEx to extract demographics in a radius around 20+ rail stations in Malaysia...the data is much more accurate than available census data. We saved 2-3 weeks of project time...
Matt Ball
Director of Operations - Mini First Aid
5.0
Franchise Territory Mapping
We use Population Explorer to map and price fair territories for our UK franchisees. It helps us maintain a balanced network.
Alan Callaghan
Hypr Logistics - CEO
5.0
Logistics territory mapping
We use Population Explorer's detailed population density and retail concentration data to plan and route our logistics hubs. This has helped us improve coverage and operate more efficiently across the US.
Anna Winters
Akros - CEO
5.0
Health Center Site Mapping
Far more precise than traditional census sources, and an intuitive platform. We can approach markets with more confidence. Highly recommend!
James Hathaway
PureGym - Group International Strategy and Franchising Director
5.0
Franchise Territory Mapping
Population Explorer let us map population hotspots against competitor locations and retail infrastructure across multiple countries, providing valuable insights into territories with ideal growth prospects.
Lauren Mishler
Volaire Aviation
5.0
Drone Flight-Path Mapping
Your program provides accurate and pertinent population data with minimal downtime/search time/hassle. It fits my needs perfectly while also saving time!
Stuart B
Mining and mineral exploration consultant
5.0
Site Selection
Population Explorer gives us quick insights into potential markets that we wold otherwise have to manually calculate over dozens of hours per project!
Pim Rijkee
MDS Traffic Planners & Consultants
5.0
Transport Corridor Mapping
We used PopEx to extract demographics in a radius around 20+ rail stations in Malaysia...the data is much more accurate than available census data. We saved 2-3 weeks of project time...
Matt Ball
Director of Operations - Mini First Aid
5.0
Franchise Territory Mapping
We use Population Explorer to map and price fair territories for our UK franchisees. It helps us maintain a balanced network.
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News, Blog and Updates
News, Blog and Updates
News, Blog and Updates
Explore our latest articles, guides, and tips on territory mapping and market intelligence.

Oct 8, 2025
Common Mistakes in Franchise Territory Mapping (and How to Avoid Them)
Seven mapping pitfalls routinely create unhappy franchisees and messy FDDs. Here’s how to fix each with a repeatable playbook.

Oct 8, 2025
Common Mistakes in Franchise Territory Mapping (and How to Avoid Them)
Seven mapping pitfalls routinely create unhappy franchisees and messy FDDs. Here’s how to fix each with a repeatable playbook.

Oct 8, 2025
Common Mistakes in Franchise Territory Mapping (and How to Avoid Them)
Seven mapping pitfalls routinely create unhappy franchisees and messy FDDs. Here’s how to fix each with a repeatable playbook.

Oct 8, 2025
Census vs. LandScan vs. WorldPop: The Best Demographic Data for Franchise Maps
Franchise territories live or die by the accuracy of the population data behind them. Learning the limitations of Census, Landscan and WorldPop helps franchisors design fair, defensible, and scalable territories.

Oct 8, 2025
Census vs. LandScan vs. WorldPop: The Best Demographic Data for Franchise Maps
Franchise territories live or die by the accuracy of the population data behind them. Learning the limitations of Census, Landscan and WorldPop helps franchisors design fair, defensible, and scalable territories.

Oct 8, 2025
Census vs. LandScan vs. WorldPop: The Best Demographic Data for Franchise Maps
Franchise territories live or die by the accuracy of the population data behind them. Learning the limitations of Census, Landscan and WorldPop helps franchisors design fair, defensible, and scalable territories.

Oct 8, 2025
Why Accurate Franchise Territory Maps Improve FDDs
Clear, accurate territory maps make your FDD’s Item 12 easier to defend and easier to sell. Learn how to validate what you disclose so your team can scale without messy boundary disputes.

Oct 8, 2025
Why Accurate Franchise Territory Maps Improve FDDs
Clear, accurate territory maps make your FDD’s Item 12 easier to defend and easier to sell. Learn how to validate what you disclose so your team can scale without messy boundary disputes.

Oct 8, 2025
Why Accurate Franchise Territory Maps Improve FDDs
Clear, accurate territory maps make your FDD’s Item 12 easier to defend and easier to sell. Learn how to validate what you disclose so your team can scale without messy boundary disputes.
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Use Population Explorer's powerful tools to turn insights into action.
No credit card required • 14-day free trial • Cancel anytime
Looking to Map Smarter Territories?
Use Population Explorer's powerful tools to turn insights into action.
No credit card required • 14-day free trial • Cancel anytime
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