# HAVING

A clause filtering groups after grouping and aggregation.

## What is **HAVING** in a relational database?

**HAVING** — A clause filtering groups after grouping and aggregation.

```sql
SELECT customer_id, COUNT(*) AS order_count
FROM purchase_order
GROUP BY customer_id
HAVING COUNT(*) >= 3;
```

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Updated: September 27, 2026

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