Guides: LSP 112 (Fay): Talk Show: The Art of Conversation: U.S. Statistics

U.S. Statistics

The U.S. government collects and disseminates many statistics. Agencies and departments make statistics available. This list is not comprehensive, but is a good starting point.

Statistical Abstract of the U.S. (ProQuest) This link opens in a new window
A comprehensive summary of statistics on the social, political, and economic organization of the United States. Printed volumes available in Reference at Lincoln Park and Loop at R.317.3 U58S.

Data.census.gov
Data.census.gov is the new platform to access data and digital content from the U.S. Census Bureau.

Historical Statistics of the United States This link opens in a new window
Millennial edition, fully updated and revised from previous 1976 edition. Extensive and easy to use. Excellent source for immigration and population data.
Dates Covered: 1790-2000.
Bureau of Labor Statistics: U.S. Economy at A Glance This link opens in a new window
Gateway to data about the US labor force, unemployment and wages; presented by region or state.
Access note: Freely available to the public.

Use Google to find government statistics

Add search terms before the word "statistics," for example:

homelessness statistics