Data.gov MCP Server

What is Data.gov MCP Server?

An MCP server for accessing data from Data.gov, providing tools and resources for interacting with U.S. government datasets. It is intended for developers and AI agents that need to search, retrieve metadata, or list groups and tags from Data.gov.

How to use Data.gov MCP Server?

Install the package globally via npm: npm install -g @melaodoidao/datagov-mcp-server. Then add an entry to your MCP client settings (e.g., cline_mcp_settings.json or claude_desktop_config.json) with the command datagov-mcp-server. Use the server's tools or resource template with your MCP client by specifying the server name and tool/resource name.

Key features of Data.gov MCP Server

• Search packages on Data.gov
• Get details for a specific dataset
• List groups on Data.gov
• List tags on Data.gov
• Access any Data.gov resource by URL

Use cases of Data.gov MCP Server

• Search for government datasets by keyword or criteria
• Retrieve full metadata for a specific dataset
• Browse available groups or tags to discover dataset categories
• Fetch raw data from a known resource URL

FAQ from Data.gov MCP Server

What dependencies does Data.gov MCP Server require?

The server requires Node.js and npm to install and run. It is installed as a global npm package.

Where does the data come from?

All data is accessed from Data.gov, the U.S. government's open data portal. The server does not store or cache data locally.

How do I configure the server for use?

Add an entry to your MCP client settings file (e.g., cline_mcp_settings.json or claude_desktop_config.json) with the command datagov-mcp-server and no additional arguments. On macOS, the file is typically in your user Library under Application Support.

What tools and resources does the server provide?

It provides four tools: package_search, package_show, group_list, tag_list, and one resource template: datagov://resource/{url} for accessing any Data.gov resource by its URL.

Does the server require authentication?

No authentication