Free Geocoding for US and Canadian Addresses

Quick Answer

Geocodio provides free geocoding for up to 2,500 US and Canadian addresses daily with no credit card required. Access all features including spreadsheet uploads, API integration, and data appends at no cost.

Table of Contents

• What is Free Geocoding?
• How to Get Started with Free Geocoding
• What's Included in the Free Plan
• Free Geocoding Methods
• Data You Can Append for Free
• Free Geocoding Limits and Upgrades
• Why Choose Geocodio's Free Geocoding
• Frequently Asked Questions

How can you geocode for free?

Free geocoding converts addresses into geographic coordinates (latitude and longitude) at no cost. Geocodio's free tier processes up to 2,500 addresses daily for both US and Canadian locations, making geographic data accessible to students, researchers, small businesses, and developers starting new projects.

Key Benefits of Geocodio's Free Plan:

• 2,500 daily geocoding lookups for US and Canadian addresses
• No credit card required to start
• Full feature access including all data append options
• No time limits - use the free tier indefinitely
• Automatic daily reset at midnight

How to Get Started with Free Geocoding: Step-by-Step

Getting started takes less than 60 seconds:

1. Create a free account at dash.geocod.io
2. Choose your method: Upload a spreadsheet or get an API key
3. Start geocoding immediately with your 2,500 daily lookups

No payment information needed. Your free tier resets every day at midnight UTC.

What's Included with Free Geocoding

Our free geocoding plan includes every feature available to paid customers:

Complete Feature Access:

• Forward geocoding (address to coordinates)
• Reverse geocoding (coordinates to address)
• Address parsing and standardization
• Batch processing via spreadsheet upload
• RESTful API access
• All data enrichment options, such as Census data, timezones, Congressional districts, and more
• CSV, TSV, and Excel file support
• Address component breakdown

Professional-Grade Accuracy:

• Address standardization
• Rooftop-level precision when available
• Multiple geocoding fallback sources
• Confidence scoring for each result
• Accuracy type indicators

Free Geocoding Methods

1. Spreadsheet Upload (Easiest Method)

Perfect for one-time geocoding needs or periodic batch processing:

• Upload CSV, TSV, or Excel files
• Process up to 2,500 addresses at once
• Download results when complete
• Email notification when ready

Best for: Non-developers, one-time projects, data analysis

Upload a Spreadsheet →

2. API Integration (For Developers)

Integrate geocoding directly into your applications:

• RESTful API with JSON responses
• Simple authentication via API key
• Automatic rate limiting at 2,500 daily
• Libraries for Python, Ruby, PHP, Node.js, and more
• Batch and lists endpoints

Best for: Applications, websites, automated workflows

Create a Free API Key →

3. Single Address Lookup (No Account Needed)

Test Geocodio instantly without creating an account:

• Geocode individual addresses
• See immediate results
• No registration required
• Perfect for quick lookups

Best for: Testing, occasional use, quick verification, live integrations where addresses come in one-by-one

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Geocode and enrich data all in one request

Beyond basic geocoding, append valuable data to your addresses at no extra cost:

Geographic Boundaries:

• Census data: Block groups, tracts, FIPS codes
• Political districts: Congressional, state legislative
• School districts: Elementary, secondary, unified
• Time zones: With DST observation status

Administrative Information:

• County names and FIPS codes
• Metropolitan Statistical Areas (MSA)
• Place names and types
• ZIP+4 codes

Additional Context:

• Timezone information
• 2020 and 2010 Census data
• ACS demographic estimates
• Congressional district information

All data appends count as one lookup against your daily limit, regardless of how many fields you add.

Free Geocoding Limits and Upgrades

Daily Limit Details:

• 2,500 lookups per day (resets at midnight in your account timezone)
• Combines all methods: API calls and uploads share the same limit
• Real-time tracking: Monitor usage in your dashboard
• Automatic cutoff: API stops at limit to prevent charges

When You Need More:

If you exceed 2,500 daily addresses, consider our pay-as-you-go plan:

• No subscriptions or monthly fees
• Pay only for what you use
• Volume discounts starting at 10,000 lookups
• Seamless upgrade without service interruption

Pricing Examples:

Why Choose Geocodio's Free Geocoding

Geocodio vs Other Free Geocoding Services:

*OpenStreetMap has usage policies that may limit high-volume use. Google Maps prevents data storage as well as bulk geocoding.

What Our Users Say:

With an NPS score of 88, our customers consistently praise Geocodio's reliability and ease of use. Common feedback includes "it just works" and appreciation for our straightforward pricing and helpful support team.

Frequently Asked Questions about Geocoding with Geocodio

How accurate is free geocoding with Geocodio?

Free accounts receive the same accuracy as paid accounts. We provide rooftop-level precision when available, with fallback to street-level or ZIP code centroid, clearly indicating the accuracy type for each result.

Can I use the free tier for commercial projects?

Yes. There are no restrictions on commercial use for our free tier. Use it for your business, client projects, or commercial applications.

What happens when I hit the daily limit?

Your API access automatically stops returning results once you hit 2,500 lookups. Uploads in progress will complete up to the limit. Everything resets at midnight, or you can upgrade to continue immediately.

Do unused lookups roll over to the next day?

No, unused lookups don't accumulate. You receive a fresh 2,500 lookups each day.

Can I have multiple free accounts?

No, please use one account per organization. If you need more than 2,500 daily lookups, our pay-as-you-go pricing is very affordable.

How do I track my usage?

Your dashboard shows real-time usage statistics, including daily totals, historical trends, and remaining lookups for the day.

Is support included with the free plan?

Yes. Free users receive email support. We typically respond within one business day.

Can I switch between free and paid plans?

Yes. Upgrade or downgrade anytime without losing your data or settings.

Ready to Start Geocoding for Free?

Join over 100,000 users who trust Geocodio for accurate, reliable geocoding. No credit card required and no usage limits—just pleasant surprises.

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