Global Human Settlement Layer: Global maps of built-up areas and population over 50 years. HealthMap: Map of infectious disease outbreaks from news and official reports.
| Global Human Settlement Layer | HealthMap | |
|---|---|---|
| Category | City & Urban Maps | Population & Society Maps |
| Coverage | Worldwide | Worldwide |
| Updates | Periodically | Daily |
| Data source | Satellite imagery and census data | News, official reports and other sources |
| Made by | European Commission Joint Research Centre | Boston Children's Hospital |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Account | No account needed | No account needed |
| On phones | Best on a computer | Works well on phones |
| Map view | Flat map | Flat map |
| Visits from ColorfulMaps | 0 | 0 |
| Open map | Open map |
What you can do with Global Human Settlement Layer
- Built-up area through time
- Population grids
- Degree of urbanisation
- Free data downloads
What you can do with HealthMap
- Outbreak alerts on a map
- Filter by disease and date
- Source links
Summary based on public information. Check each map's website for current features and prices.