Topologically Integrated Geographic Encoding and Referencing file
General Information
| Title | TIGER File Extension |
| Extension | .tiger |
| Full Form | Topologically Integrated Geographic Encoding and Referencing file |
| File Type | GIS Data File |
| Developer | United States Census Bureau |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store geographical data |
| Additional Functions | Mapping, Analysis |
| Features | Geospatial, Topological |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High precision |
| Supports Layers | Yes |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | With software |
Use Cases
| Urban Planning | Yes |
| Demographic Analysis | Yes |
| Emergency Management | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Data leakage |
| Best Practices | Data anonymization, Access control |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 1990s |
| Latest Update | Annually |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .shp, .gdb, .kml, .geojson |
