linearmodels
Linear Panel, Instrumental Variable, Asset Pricing, and System Regression models for Python
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Yes, with conditions. Install if you need specialized econometric estimators (panel models, IV, system regression, asset pricing) beyond statsmodels' scope and can work with Python 3.10 or later. The package is actively maintained with no known vulnerabilities. Verify the NCSA license terms match your project's requirements before committing to production use.AI-flagged interpretation of the facts on this page — verify before relying
Before you install
- Requires Python 3.10 or later; depends on numpy, pandas, scipy, and statsmodels at specified minimum versions.
- Medium install friction due to compiled wheels across multiple platforms and Python versions (3.10–3.13).
- Active maintenance with last commit on 2026-08-13 and 1060 repository stars indicate ongoing support.
License · maintenance · safety
NCSA (unclear) — Licensed under NCSA with unclear treatment in the package metadata—verify the actual license terms before use in proprietary or restricted contexts.
last release 2025-10-21 (297 days) · last repo commit 2026-08-13 · 1,060 stars
0 known vulnerabilities (OSV.dev, 2026-08-14) · 440,109 downloads/mo, #6,648 on PyPI
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pip install linearmodels
from linearmodels import PanelOLS
import numpy as np
from statsmodels.datasets import grunfeld
data = grunfeld.load_pandas().data
data.year = data.year.astype(np.int64)
data = data.set_index(['firm','year'])
mod = PanelOLS(data.invest, data[['value','capital']], entity_effects=True)
res = mod.fit(cov_type='clustered', cluster_entity=True)- Whether NCSA license treatment is suitable for your use case (commercial, proprietary, or restricted distribution).
- Performance characteristics and scalability limits for high-dimensional regression with absorbing least squares.
- Compatibility with xarray data structures beyond the stated optional support.
- Actual download volume and user base size to assess community support.
What it is and what it does
Linearmodels extends statsmodels with specialized econometric and financial regression estimators. It provides panel data models (fixed effects, first difference, between, pooled, Fama-MacBeth), instrumental variable methods (2SLS, LIML, k-class, GMM), high-dimensional regression via absorbing least squares, factor asset pricing models, and system regression (SUR, 3SLS, GMM system). The package is designed to work with NumPy, Pandas, and xarray data structures and supports formula-based model specification using formulaic.
The package targets econometricians, financial researchers, and data scientists working with panel data, endogenous regressors, or multi-equation systems. It builds on statsmodels' foundation but adds specialized estimators not available in the base library. Installation requires seven runtime dependencies (numpy, pandas, scipy, statsmodels, mypy_extensions, pyhdfe, formulaic), and the package is actively maintained with support for current Python versions.
Use it for
- Estimate panel regression models with entity and time fixed effects on longitudinal firm or country data.
- Perform instrumental variable regression when regressors are endogenous, using 2SLS or GMM estimators.
- Implement Fama-MacBeth cross-sectional regression for asset pricing factor models across time periods.
- Fit system regression models (SUR, 3SLS) when multiple equations share disturbances or have cross-equation constraints.
- Handle high-dimensional fixed effects using absorbing least squares for large categorical variables.
- Estimate k-class or continuously-updating GMM models for robust inference under weak instruments.
Worth the install?
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Yes, with conditions.
Install if you need specialized econometric estimators (panel models, IV, system regression, asset pricing) beyond statsmodels' scope and can work with Python 3.10 or later. The package is actively maintained with no known vulnerabilities. Verify the NCSA license terms match your project's requirements before committing to production use.
Install
linearmodels on PyPI
Before you install
Medium install friction due to compiled wheels across multiple platforms and Python versions (3.10–3.13). Active maintenance with last commit on 2026-08-13 and 1060 repository stars indicate ongoing support.
Requires Python 3.10 or later; depends on numpy, pandas, scipy, and statsmodels at specified minimum versions.
License in practice
Licensed under NCSA with unclear treatment in the package metadata—verify the actual license terms before use in proprietary or restricted contexts.
Quickstart
pip install linearmodels
from linearmodels import PanelOLS
import numpy as np
from statsmodels.datasets import grunfeld
data = grunfeld.load_pandas().data
data.year = data.year.astype(np.int64)
data = data.set_index(['firm','year'])
mod = PanelOLS(data.invest, data[['value','capital']], entity_effects=True)
res = mod.fit(cov_type='clustered', cluster_entity=True)Verify before relying
- Whether NCSA license treatment is suitable for your use case (commercial, proprietary, or restricted distribution).
- Performance characteristics and scalability limits for high-dimensional regression with absorbing least squares.
- Compatibility with xarray data structures beyond the stated optional support.
- Actual download volume and user base size to assess community support.
Package facts
| License | NCSA unclear |
| Python support | Supports the current Python release >=3.10 |
| Install friction | Medium. Platform-specific wheel |
| Runtime dependencies | 7 packagesnumpypandasscipystatsmodelsmypy_extensionspyhdfeformulaic |
| Maintenance | Actively maintained 297 days since the last release |
| Last repo commit | |
| First released | |
| Downloads | 440,109 / month, #6,648 on PyPI 30-day window, as of 2026-08-14 |
| Known vulnerabilities | None known OSV.dev, checked 2026-08-14 |
| Classifiers | Development Status :: 5 - Production/StableIntended Audience :: End Users/DesktopIntended Audience :: Financial and Insurance IndustryIntended Audience :: Science/ResearchOperating System :: MacOS :: MacOS XOperating System :: Microsoft :: WindowsOperating System :: POSIXProgramming Language :: CythonProgramming Language :: PythonProgramming Language :: Python :: 3.10Programming Language :: Python :: 3.11Programming Language :: Python :: 3.12Programming Language :: Python :: 3.13Topic :: Scientific/Engineering |
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