Simple, transparent pricing

Start free with the Explorer. Upgrade when you need API access.

Explorer

Browse data via our public SQL interface. No signup required.

Free

Open Explorer

Full dataset browsable in-browser
Write custom SQL queries
Export results to CSV / JSON
Pre-built query templates
No API access

Basic

For researchers and analysts who need programmatic API access.

$29/mo

Get Started

REST API access
60 requests / minute
1,000 rows per query
1 year date range per query
All QCEW employment data
Email support

Pro

For teams and power users who need high-volume access.

$99/mo

Get Started

Everything in Basic, plus:
300 requests / minute
10,000 rows per query
10 year date range per query
Priority support
Bulk export endpoints (coming soon)

Frequently Asked Questions

What data is included?

The full BLS Quarterly Census of Employment and Wages (QCEW) dataset from 2003 to 2024. This includes employment levels broken down by year, quarter, geography (FIPS codes), industry (NAICS codes), and ownership type.

Can I try before I subscribe?

Absolutely. The Explorer tier is completely free — browse the full dataset, write SQL queries, and export results. No credit card required.

How is this different from the BLS website?

The BLS website is great but not built for programmatic access. Our API returns structured JSON, supports filtering, caching, and is designed for integration into your applications and research workflows.

Can I cancel anytime?

Yes. Cancel from your billing dashboard at any time. You'll keep access until the end of your current billing period.