This codebook lists the variable names and description for NOAA Fisheries Community Social Vulnerability Indicators (CSVIs) that measure Social Vulnerability, Gentrification Pressure, Sea Level Rise Risk, Storm Surge Risk, Commercial and Recreational Fishing Dependence in communities located in U.S. coastal counties from the year 2009 to 2018.

The NOAA Fisheries Community Social Vulnerability Indicators (CSVIs) data series from 2009 to 2018 is comprised of a suite of indicators that describe and evaluate a coastal community’s ability to respond to changing social, economic and environmental conditions. The CSVIs are a valuable educational tool for policy makers, fishery management practitioners, stakeholders and the public. The 14 indic...