INEI

API

Peruvian government open data API for official statistical datasets

Overview

The INEI API grants access to official statistical datasets from Peru’s National Institute of Statistics and Informatics. It includes endpoints for demographic (census), economic (labor market, GDP), social (poverty, education), and geographic data. Responses are available in JSON or CSV formats. Use cases include academic research, policy formulation, business market analysis, and public transparency initiatives, enabling users to integrate reliable Peruvian statistical data into applications or reports.

Example Integration (JavaScript)

script.js JS


fetch('http://iinei.inei.gob.pe/microdatos/')
  .then(res => res.json())
  .then(data => console.log(data))
  .catch(err => console.error(err));

Key Features

Official Peruvian statistical data
JSON/CSV response formats
Covers diverse domains
Open access

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is INEI API free to use?

Yes, the INEI open data API is free for academic, business, and public sector users.

? Does it require an API Key?

No, most public datasets from INEI do not require an API key for access.

? What response formats are supported?

Responses are available in JSON and CSV formats, depending on the dataset.

Top Alternatives

INEGI (Mexico's National Institute of Statistics) Search Google

Tool Info

Pricing Free

Category Government

Platform Public API

Pros

⊕ Reliable official source
⊕ Diverse dataset categories
⊕ Free for all users

Cons

⊖ Documentation mostly in Spanish
⊖ Some datasets have delayed updates
⊖ Rate limits not explicitly stated