BOC Master Address File Auxiliary Reference File (MAFARF)

Description

The Master Address File Auxiliary Reference File (MAF-ARF) is a Census Bureau file that contains a Master Address File Identifier (MAFID) and a protected identification key (PIK). The MAFID is drawn from the MAF. The PIK is a resulting field from the validation of a record Social Security Number (SSN). At the completion of the PVS validation process, the SSN is replaced with PIK as a form of anonymization of the record.

Data Access

Where to apply

https://www.census.gov/about/adrm/fsrdc.html

Fees

Possible seat fee dependent on consortium membership. URL for more information: https://www.census.gov/about/adrm/fsrdc/about/fsrdc-network-fees.html

Access modality

FSRDC

Usage restrictions

Census Bureau restricted-use data must be used for statistical purposes and cannot be used for purposes of enforcing laws or regulations or for profit.

Public Use File available

Geography differs from restricted-use file (RUF)

Variable detail differs from Restricted Use File (RUF)

Additional information about restricted dataset

http://rdcdoc.ces.census.gov/cesdocs/rdcdoc.html