Catchment area maps

Map the area a location serves

Catchment area maps
Catchment area maps
Drive-time or distance
Estimate reach
Customize zones
Compare sites

Create catchment area maps

Map the trade area each location serves by drive time or distance in minutes with Atlas

Catchment area maps

What is a catchment area map?

A catchment area map shows the geographic area a location draws customers or visitors from, often based on travel time or distance. It helps retailers, clinics, and schools understand reach, overlap, and gaps in coverage.

Create your first catchment area map
Catchment area maps
Catchment area maps

Examples of catchment area maps

Retail trade areas

See where a store draws its shoppers from

Healthcare coverage

Map which neighborhoods a clinic serves

School zones

Define and visualize enrollment catchments

Create Catchment area maps

How to create a catchment area map?

1

Add your locations

Upload sites or drop pins where you want catchments.

2

Choose a measure

Pick drive time, walking time, or straight-line distance.

3

Generate the areas

Atlas builds the catchment zones around each point.

4

Analyze and share

Add demographics, then export or share a live link.

Start making Catchment area maps

Why choose Atlas for catchment area maps?

Atlas makes building catchment area maps fast and fully customizable, with powerful features for teams of any size.

Export high-quality maps

Download your map in multiple formats with no quality loss.

Integration-friendly

Connect with tools like Google Sheets, Salesforce, and more.

Real-time updates

See your data visualized the moment it changes.

Interactive visualization

Hover and click to explore data points in detail.

Custom branding

Add your logo and style for a professional touch.

Access from anywhere

Create and view maps on any device with an internet connection.

Frequently asked questions

Learn more about creating and using catchment area maps.

Can I use drive time for catchments?

Yes, build catchments by drive time, walking time, or distance.

Can I see who lives in each catchment?

Yes, overlay demographic data to estimate population and reach.

Can I compare multiple catchments?

Absolutely, map several locations to spot overlap and gaps.

What file formats are supported?

You can upload all common geo formats, including GeoJSON, KML, CSV, Shapefile and many more.

Do I need technical skills?

No, Atlas is user-friendly and designed for everyone, no GIS experience required.