The Data.gov MCP server allows you to interact with datasets from Data.gov through the following tools:
Search for datasets using the
package_searchtool with filters like query, results per page, sort order, and offsetGet details for a specific dataset using the
package_showtool by providing a package ID or nameList groups on Data.gov using the
group_listtool with options to limit results, offset, or order by fieldList tags on Data.gov using the
tag_listtoolAccess a Data.gov resource using the
datagov://resource/{url}template
Click on "Install Server".
Wait a few minutes for the server to deploy. Once ready, it will show a "Started" state.
In the chat, type
@followed by the MCP server name and your instructions, e.g., "@Data.gov MCP Serversearch for datasets about climate change"
That's it! The server will respond to your query, and you can continue using it as needed.
Here is a step-by-step guide with screenshots.
Data.gov MCP Server
An MCP server for accessing data from Data.gov, providing tools and resources for interacting with government datasets.
Installation
Install the package globally:
npm install -g @melaodoidao/datagov-mcp-serverConfigure the MCP Server:
Add the following entry to your
cline_mcp_settings.jsonfile (usually located in~/Library/Application Support/Code/User/globalStorage/saoudrizwan.claude-dev/settings/on macOS):{ "mcpServers": { "datagov": { "command": "datagov-mcp-server", "args": [], "env": {} } } }If you are using the Claude Desktop app, add the entry to
~/Library/Application Support/Claude/claude_desktop_config.jsoninstead.
Related MCP server: Data Labeling MCP Server
Usage
This server provides the following tools:
package_search: Search for packages (datasets) on Data.gov.package_show: Get details for a specific package (dataset).group_list: List groups on Data.gov.tag_list: List tags on Data.gov.
It also provides the following resource template:
datagov://resource/{url}: Access a Data.gov resource by its URL.
You can use these tools and resources with Cline by specifying the server name (datagov-mcp-server) and the tool/resource name.
Contributing
Contributions are welcome! Please feel free to submit issues or pull requests.
License
MIT License
Resources
Looking for Admin?
Admins can modify the Dockerfile, update the server description, and track usage metrics. If you are the server author, to access the admin panel.