The Federal Government
is the number one producer of statistics in the world. It
is a source of reliable, consistent, comparable data about
national demographic, social, and economic trends. Federal
statistic gathering is decentralized, with more than 100 agencies
authorized to collect and disseminate statistics. Federal
agencies collect data from state and local governments and private
sources.
Print Resources
Statistical Abstract
of the United States Since 1878, the Statistical
Abstract has been the single most authoritative source of facts
about the people, institutions and economy of the country. This
is a publication of the Census Bureau and is compiled from government
and private sources and is an excellent place to start when looking
for statistics. This is an annual and covers a broad range
of topics, mostly United States, but includes some international.
Most recent edition is located at the Reference Desk. Older
editions in Government Documents - AE 2.108/2, Middle Level North.
Online
from 1878.
Historical Statistics
of the United States Social, economic, political
and geographic development from colonial times to 1970. Data
after 1970 can be found in the Statistical Abstract, which includes
an historical appendix linking the historical series to specific
tables in Statistical Abstract. C 3.134/2:H 62/789-970.
Reference Table 5B, Middle Level North. Online
Historical Statistics
of the United Statess: Millennial Edition This
definitive reference work contains more than 37,000 annual time
series of quantitative historical information covering virtually
every quantifiable dimension of American history: population, work
and welfare, economic structure and performance, governance, and
international relations, all from the earliest times to the present.
Online
American Statistics
Index 1974- Indexes statistics available in U.S. government
agency publications. Z 7554.U5 - Reference Table 2A,
1991 to present. 1974-1990 are located in the Reference collection,
Middle Level North.
Datapedia of the
United States 1790-2000 America Year by Year Contains
significant historical statistics of the United States
Excerpts tables from Historical Statistics of the United States
from Colonial Times. Data are updated using the Statistical Abstract.
Table numbers match those in Historical Statistics.
HA 202 K87 Reference Table 5B, Middle Level North.
- Statistical Portrait of the United States: Social Conditions
and Trends Contains 12 thematic chapters
with tables and charts and an appendix with detailed tables.
HA214 .S84 - Reference Table 5B, Middle Level North.
Population Abstract
of the United States Information is organized alphabetically
by state. Each state section contains: a brief history of
the formation of the state; a breakdown of urban and rural population
from the earliest census to the present; current and historical
population totals for all counties and incorporated places of 10,000
or more; and 1990 population totals for county subdivisions and
places in the United States. HA 202 B67 - Reference Table
5B, Middle Level North.
Colonial America
to 1763 Climate, natural history, and historical
geography, native American life, chronology, to 1763 the economy,
population statistics, diet and health, religion, government, the
colonies, the cities, prominent and representative Americans, education,
arts and letters, science and technology, architecture, holidays
and calendars, popular life and recreation, & crime and
violence.-- A documentary sampler of Colonial America, 1492-1763.
E 188.P86 - Reference Table 5B, Middle Level North.
Reference Table 5B contains many more print statistical
sources on various subjects
Online or
Web Resources
American
Factfinder The American Factfinder is the Census Bureau's
primary vehicle for distributing:2000 Census of Population and Housing,
1997 Economic Census, American Community Survey, 1990 Census of
Population and Housing. You can use American FactFinder
to find statistics about population, housing, industry and business.
Currently includes: 2000 Census Population and Race Data, 1990 Census
Basic and Detailed Tables, American Community Survey 1996-99
1997 Economic Census, Data Basic Reference Maps (2000 and 1990 Geography)
Thematic Maps (1990 Geography) & Search Address Feature.
New 2000 census material is being included as it becomes available.
Factfinder
help . American
Factfinder Guide from University of Wisconsin.
Census
2000 Profiles of General Demographic Characteristics
- United States & All states by county and city.
Sex, Age, Race, Relationship, Household Type, & Housing Tenure.
Census
2000 Powerpoint Presentation from Grace York - University of
Michigan
Population
Reference Center 2000 census - children, education,
fertility, old age, labor, race, migration, fertility, mortality,
political, marriage, family, income, poverty, etc.
CensusScope
"CensusScope is an easy-to-use tool for investigating U.S.
demographic trends, brought to you by the Social Science Data Analysis
Network (SSDAN) at the University of Michigan. With eye-catching
graphics and exportable trend data, CensusScope is designed for
generalists and specialists."
Stat
USA This web site is available only in the library.
Full-text, federal statistics database. Contains over 300,000
reports and statistical series of business and economic data including:
General Economic Indicators, Housing & Construction, Employment,
Manufacturing & Industry, Monetary Statistics, Monetary
Statistics, Today's Global Business Opportunity Leads, Current Exchange
Rates, Current & Historical Trade Leads, Market &
Country Research, International Trade Statistics, Current
Press Releases & more.
Statistical
Resources on the Web from the University of Michigan
Documents Center. This web site is a comprehensive list
of government and non-government web sites for statistics.
You can search for statistics by topic here.
FedStats
Official statistical information available to the public from the
Federal Government. Tracks economic and population trends, health
care costs, aviation safety, foreign trade, energy use, farm production,
and more. Access official statistics collected and published by
more than 70 Federal agencies without having to know in advance
which agency produces them. Browse by topic, agency or search
for key words or phrases. Use MapStats
to profile your State, county, Federal judicial district,
or congressional district.
Censtats
CenStats is a collection of statistical resources offered by the
U.S. Census Bureau. Included in this resource are the following
titles:
- Annual Survey of Manufactures
- Building Permits
- Census Tract Street Locator
- Consolidated Federal Funds Report
- County Business Patterns
- International Trade Data
- Occupation by Race and Sex
- USA Counties
- Zip Code Business Patterns
- Financial Data for State and Local Governments and Schools
United
States Historical Census Browser (1790-1960) From
the University of Virginia which presents data on the people and
the economy of the United States from 1700 to 1960.
Selected
Historical Census Data Contains
Decennial Census population, housing units, area measurements, density,
population of the 100 largest cities, & foreign born population
since 1850.
County
Population Counts 1900-1990 Census Bureau
Map
Stats Statistical profiles of States, counties, Congressional
Districts, and Federal judicial districts.
Women
In the United States These tables present data on
the demographic, social, and economic characteristics of women in
the United States from the March 2000 supplement to the Current
Population Survey (CPS). Topics covered include geographic distribution,
age and sex distribution, family type and family size, educational
attainment, labor force participation and unemployment, occupational
characteristics, family income, and poverty status. Data are presented
for the United States. Tables 1-21 provide data for women and men.
Census Bureau
Childstats.gov Easy
access to statistics and reports on children and families, including:
population and family characteristics, economic security, health,
behavior and social environment, and education.
America's
Children 2007 "America's Children: Key National
Indicators of Well-Being, 2007 is a biennial report to the
Nation on the condition of children in America. Nine contextual
measures describe the changing population, family, and environmental
context in which children are living, and 25 indicators depict the
well-being of children in the areas of economic security, health,
behavior and social environment, and education."
Trends
in the Well-Being of Children "The
report presents the most recent and reliable estimates on more than
80 indicators of well-being. It is intended to provide the policy
community, the media, and all interested citizens with an accessible
overview of data describing the condition of children in the United
States. " 2002
2003
- Population, family, and neighborhood;
- Economic security;
- Health conditions and health care;
- Social development and behavioral health; and
- Education and achievement.
Child
Trends Databank " one-stop-shop for the latest
national trends and research on over 100 key indicators of child
and youth well-being, with new indicators added each month!"
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Print Resources
Statistical
Abstract of Utah HA 661.S 723 Most recent
edition is located at the Reference Desk.
Utah
Facts Utah Facts discusses issues such as tax
rates, utility costs, transportation, education systems, cost of
living and quality of life. HA 663.U82 - Reference Table
3B, Middle Level North. Online:
2004 2006
Utah
Demographic Report Comprehensive demographic
information for the state of Utah. This publication compares
Utah with other states and contains historical demographics at the
state, multi-county district and county levels. HB 3513.U8.U6 -
Reference Collection, Middle Level North.
Utah
Data Guide The Utah Data Guide newsletter
provides data users with analyses on statistical data from the U.S.
Bureau of the Census and other federal, state and local governments
in Utah. The newsletter educates readers about newly-published
research related to a wide variety of demographic and economic topics
including actual and estimated economic indicators and revenue comparisons.
This newsletter is published quarterly. HB 848.U83 - Reference
Collection, Middle Level North. Also Online.
Statistical
Review of Government in Utah A Report to the People
on Taxes and the Cost of Government in Relation to the Utah Economy.
This contains demographic data, economic data, government revenue,
federal expenditures, education radios and expenditures, social
welfare, transportation & property tax information. HA214
.S84 - Reference Collection, Middle Level North.
Population
Abstract of the United States Information is organized
alphabetically by state. Each state section contains: a brief
history of the formation of the state; a breakdown of urban and
rural population from the earliest census to the present; current
and historical population totals for all counties and incorporated
places of 10,000 or more; and 1990 population totals for county
subdivisions and places in the United States. HA 202 B67 - Reference
Collection, Middle Level North.
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Online or
Web Resources
Utah
Demographics This site is from the Governor's Office
of Planning and Budget and contains data from the 2000 Census, Fertility,
Births & Deaths, Life Tables, and much more.
Census
2000 Profiles of General Demographic Characteristics
- County and city by Sex, Age, Race, Relationship, Household
Type, & Housing Tenure.
State
and County Quick Facts State and County QuickFacts
provides frequently requested Census Bureau information at the national,
state and county level.
American
Factfinder The American Factfinder is the Census
Bureau's primary vehicle for distributing:2000 Census of Population
and Housing, 1997 Economic Census, American Community Survey, 1990
Census of Population and Housing. Factfinder
help
American Factfinder Tutorial from Grace York
- University of Michigan. American
Factfinder Guide from University of Wisconsin.
State,
County, & City Rankings Population, Income,
Land Area, Household Size, Employment, Farms, Wages compared by
state, county and city.
State
& County Data Profiles This includes
the standard data set containing population, employment, personal
income, and building permits for 1980 through 1999, a written
description of the basic demographic and economic characteristics
of each of Utah's counties. and maps of each county.
Map
Stats Statistical profiles of Utah, counties,
Congressional Districts, and Federal judicial districts.
County
Population Counts 1900-1990 Census Bureau
Utah
Motor Vehicle Registration Reports
Utah
Economic and Statistical Unit Annual Reports, Tax
Reports, Revenue Reports
Stateline.org
- News, crime, utilities, taxes, healthcare, welfare, comparisons
with other states, budget, public policy issues.
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1999 UNESCO Statistical
Yearbook The Yearbook contains data on education, science,
culture and communication. Currently available are the following
areas: Selected indicators, Educational attainment of the population,
National education systems, Enrolment ratios by level of education,
Education at the first level: schools, teachers and pupils, Education
at the third level: foreign students by country of origin, Public
expenditure on education, Science and technology indicators, Daily
newspapers, Radio broadcasting, and Television broadcasting.
HA203.A5 - Reference Table 5B, Middle Level North.
Statistical Yearbook
(United Nations) The most current statistics on social and
economic conditions and activities at world, regional, and national
levels, covering roughly a ten-year period. Includes data on national
accounts, industry, energy, transport, international trade, and
population. HA 12.5.U63 The most recent issues are located
on Reference Table 5B, Middle Level North. Look in the
online catalog for the location of the older issues.
Statesman's Year-Book
This annual publication provides a summary of statistical, political,
and economic data on all the countries of the world and many international
organizations. For many countries, information is also available
for administrative subdivisions. JA 51.A7. The most recent
edition is on Reference Table 5B, Middle Level North. Older
editions are in General Collection, Top Floor.
International Historical
Statistics Three volumes: Africa, Asia and Oceania;
The Americas; Europe. . Presents comparative statistics over
broad ranges of years, arranged by subject, from 1750 to 1988.
HA4675.M5* - Reference Table 5B, Middle Level North.
Statistical Abstract
of the World Comprehensive data of 185 countries
of the world. Includes physical characteristics; demographic
subjects: ethnicity, religion, and language; education; science
and technology; government and defense; labor; energy, production,
and manufacturing; and finance, economics, and trade. HA 154
S68 - Reference Table 5B, Middle Level North.
Europa World Yearbook
Provides narrative and statistics on all nations. Contains
recent history of each country, constitution and law, and statistical
surveys, including population of provinces and cities. JN102.E852
- Reference Table 5A,Middle Level North.
The World Factbook
Released by the US Central Intelligence Agency Data available
for more than 260 countries. Includes the map and flag, geographic,
population, government, economic, communication, transportation,
military, and transnational issue information. PREX 3.15 -
Reference Table 5B, Middle Level North. Also Online.
Country Studies
From the Defense Department, the Country Studies Series presents
a description and analysis of the historical setting and the social,
economic, political, and national security systems and institutions
of countries throughout the world and examines the interrelationships
of those systems and the ways they are shaped by cultural factors.
D 101 - Government Documents, Middle Level North. Also Online.
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Online or
Web Resources
2000
World Population Data Sheet - Population
Reference Bureau. Contains the latest population estimates,
projections, and other key indicators for all geographic entities
with populations of 150,000 or more and all members of the United
Nations and Quick Facts by region or topic.
International
Data Base "The International Data Base
(IDB) is a computerized data bank containing statistical tables
of demographic, and socio-economic data for 227 countries
and areas of the world. The IDB combines data from country
sources (especially censuses and surveys) with IPC's (Census Bureau's
International Programs Center) estimates and projections to provide
information dating back as far as 1950 and as far ahead as 2050.
Because the IDB is maintained at IPC as a research tool in response
to sponsor requirements, the amount of information available for
each country may vary. As funding and research activity permit,
IPC will update and expand the coverage."
World
Population Information Links to: World
Population Profile, the latest published compendium and analysis
of data on population, fertility, mortality, contraceptive use and
related demographic topics by the U.S. Census Bureau. Includes a
special chapter focusing in HIV/AIDS in the Developing World;
World Population 1950-2050 which has the latest estimates
and projections of world population from the U.S. Census Bureau;
Historical
Estimates of World Population presents estimates of world
population from different sources for years up to 1950.
United
Nations Global Statistics Unannotated
links to the major statistical agencies of each country and
links to international agencies, including UN bodies which publish
statistics.
Statistical
Resources on the Web - Foreign Government Data Sources from
the University of Michigan
Countries
of the World From Infoplease.com
Each Country Profile provides information on: geography, maps, flag,
history current ruler, area, population, capital, largest cities,
languages, ethnicity/race, religion, literacy rate, economy,
& government.
Infonation
InfoNation is an easy-to-use, two-step database that allows you
to view and compare the most up-to-date statistical data for
the Member States of the United Nations.
Altapedia
Online Provides facts, figures and statistical data
on geography, climate, people, religion, language, history, economy
& more.
CountryWatch.com
"Comprehensive, current country information for the academic
and business community, including political, economic, business,
and environmental sections. Key statistical data provided. Current
news articles on each country with a year of searchable backfiles
allows the user to trace the development of recent events."
World
Bank Group Country Data "At-a-Glance tables present
two pages of key indicators tracing the trends in social and economic
development over the last three decades. Aggregates for each country's
regional and income groups are also included. The headings are:
poverty and social, key economic ratios and long term trends, structure
of the economy, prices and government finance, trade, balance of
payments, and external debt and resource flows. Charts such as the
"development diamond" make it easy to see the relationships between
indicators and among countries."
World
Development Indicators 2001 "The World Development
Indicators (WDI) is the World Bank's premier annual compilation
of data about development. WDI 2001 includes approx. 800 indicators
in 87 tables, organized in six sections: World View, People, Environment,
Economy, States and Markets, and Global Links. The tables cover
148 economies and 14 country groups-with basic indicators for a
further 59 economies.
Tradeport
Country Library Older editions of Foreign Labor Trends
for selected countries, market research reports, Background
Notes, demographics, political environment, trade information, contacts,
consular information sheets and links to other sites.
International
Statistical Agencies - U.S. Census
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Print Resources
Statistical Abstract
of the United States Since 1878, the Statistical
Abstract has been the single most authoritative source of facts
about the people, institutions and economy of the country. This
is a publication of the Census Bureau and is compiled from government
and private sources and is an excellent place to start when looking
for statistics. This is an annual and covers a broad range
of topics, mostly United States, but includes some international.
Most recent edition is located at the Reference Desk. Older
editions in Government Documents AE 2.108/2, Middle Level
North. Online
from 1878.
State Profiles:
The Population and Economy of Each U.S. State Includes
National trends, State Rankings, Overviews, Population and Labor
Force, Economic Structure, Housing, Agriculture, Education, Health
and Government and other valuable information such as notes and
definitions. HA203.S734 Reference Table
5B, Middle Level North.
Almanac of the 50
states Basic Data Profiles with Comparative Tables.
Gives statistical and demographic profiles for each state
plus the entire U.S. Also ranks the states according to 54 selected
criteria (population, hospitals, crime rates, etc.).
HA203.A5 - Reference Table 5B, Middle Level North.
Population Abstract
of the United States Information is organized alphabetically
by state. Each state section contains: a brief history of
the formation of the state; a breakdown of urban and rural population
from the earliest census to the present; current and historical
population totals for all counties and incorporated places of 10,000
or more; and 1990 population totals for county subdivisions and
places in the United States. HA 202 B67 - Reference Table 5B, Middle
Level North.
Population of States
and Counties of the United States 1790-1990
Historical population counts for every county in the country, arranged
by state. Data cover the years from 1790 to 1990, or as far back
as states and counties existed. Native Americans were not
counted until 1890. C 3.2:P81/26 - Government
Documents, Middle Level North.
State and Metropolitan
Area Data Book Compilation of data concerning regions,
states, and Metropolitan Statistical Areas (MSAs). Included data
derived from the census, vital statistics, education, crime, elections,
and transportation. C 3.134/5 - Reference Table 5B, Middle
Level North. Also available on CD-ROM ( Reference Desk) and
online.
City and Country
Data Book Similar to the State and Metropolitan
Area Data Book but covers all U.S. counties, cities with populations
over 25,000, and places (town, boroughs, etc.) with a population
of 2,500 or more. Includes coverage for states and regions (e.g.
Northeast). Published in print every 5 years. C 3.134/2:C 83 - Reference
Table 5B, Middle Level North. Available also on CD-ROM (Reference
Desk) and online.
County and City
Extra Commercial version of the US Census Bureau's
County and City Data Book. It is produced annually and contains
everything from the City and County Data Book with the addition
of extra county detail, current estimates, comparative state tables,
and new statistical releases from the Census Bureau. HA 203.C68
- Reference Table 5B, Middle Level North.
Statistical Portrait
of the United States: Social Conditions and Trends
"Compilation of statistics and projections which together attempt
to paint a portrait of American society (with international comparisons)
and its changes over time. Data elements include standard demographic
indicators population, crime, education, crime, environment, government,
housing and living arrangements (i.e. household composition), health,
income and labor, leisure activities (including religion and volunteering),
and voting." HA 214.S84 - Reference Table 5B, Middle
Level North.
Reference
Table 5B, Middle Level North, contains many more print statistical
sources on various subjects
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Online or Web Resources
State
and County Quick Facts State and County QuickFacts
provides frequently requested Census Bureau information at the
national, state and county level.
American
Factfinder The American Factfinder is the Census
Bureau's primary vehicle for distributing:2000 Census of Population
and Housing, 1997 Economic Census, American Community Survey,
1990 Census of Population and Housing. Factfinder
help American
Factfinder Guide from University of Wisconsin.
American
Community Survey The American Community Survey (ACS)
is a survey conducted by the U.S. Census Bureau that provides
accurate and up-to-date profiles of America's communities every
year. The American Community Survey will provide estimates
of housing, social, and economic characteristics every year for
all states, as well as for all cities, counties, metropolitan
areas, and population groups of 65,000 persons or more. For smaller
areas, it will take two to five years to sample the same number
of households as sampled in the decennial census.
Census
2000 Profiles of General Demographic
Characteristics - United States & All states by county
and city. Sex, Age, Race, Relationship, Household Type,
& Housing Tenure.
Regional
Statistics from Fedstats Economic and population
trends, health care costs, aviation safety, foreign trade, energy
use, farm production, etc.
Censtats
U.S.
Historical Census Data Browser (1790-1970)
(1790-1970) From the University of Virginia which
presents data on the people and the economy of the United States
from 1700 to 1970.
U.S.
Fact Sheets - Economic Research Service
State fact sheets provide information on population, employment,
income, farm characteristics, and farm financial indicators for
each state in the United States.
USA
Counties "USA Counties features over 6,000
data items for the United States, States and counties from a variety
of sources. Files include data published for 2005 estimates and
many items from the 2000 Census of Population and Housing, the
1990 census, the 1980 census and the 2002, 1997, 1992, 1987, 1982
and 1977 economic censuses."
Map
Stats Statistical profiles of States, counties,
Congressional Districts, and Federal judicial districts.
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