Types of Maps

How maps show data

General-Purpose Maps Also known as reference or location maps.

Maps General-Purpose Thematic Qualitative Quantitative

Thematic Maps

Qualitative Maps

Quantitative Maps

Dot Maps

Graduated Circle Maps

Isometric Maps

Isometric Maps - Isolines

Isometric Maps - Contours

Isopleth Maps Areal statistics shown

Choropleth Maps Data shown per enumeration area

Statistical Maps

Cartograms

Mental Maps