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National Research Center, Inc. (NRC) is a leading research and evaluation firm focusing on the information requirements of the public sector, including non-profit agencies, health care providers, foundations and local governments.

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The nation's preferred community survey, The NCS™; stands as the gold standard in community assessments.

CASOA™ is a unique scientific survey of older adults’ perceptions about their communities and future needs.

Community Assessment Survey for Older Adults

The NBS™ assesses local business owners’ or managers’ perspectives about the economic environment of a community or district.

The NES is a customizable, turn key survey for local governments and other organizations to assess the work climate of their employees.

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We have personally utilized their services for member surveys and have been very pleased with the results. Additionally, we know that several municipalities have also used them (per our recommendation) and have had great results as well.
The Colorado Municipal League

As I’ve told our City Council and Executive Staff in the past, National Research Center is one of my favorite vendors – very responsive, helpful and customer-friendly. I appreciate everything you do to make our yearly experience such an enjoyable and gratifying experience!
Diann Kirby, Community Services Director, Bloomington, MN

ICMA has identified surveys for data-driven decisions as a leading practice for local governments to pursue in evaluating their performance, enhancing their communications with the community, and helping with decision making. It is proud to partner with National Research Center, Inc. to bring education and technical assistance to help you implement effective and proven data methods for your organization.
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Through Survey Research and Evaluation, NRC guides communities from research to action.

What's next for your community?

The NCS™ gathers resident opinion across a range of community issues.

Prepare Your Community for the Aging Population

CASOA assesses multiple community dimensions as they relate to older adults, and has been named “The best fit for measuring age friendliness of a community.”

What Drives the Success of your Local Businesses?

The NBSTM assesses local business owners’ or managers’ perspectives about the economic environment of a community or district.

Gain Insight Into Your Employees’ Needs.

The NES™ is a customizable, turn key survey for local governments and other organizations to assess the work climate of their employees.

Looking for a more customized approach?

The MTMR provides local government and nonprofit organizations tailor-made research and evaluation services.

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