Research Guides: Human Resources: Statistics and Demographics

U.S. Census Data

data.census.gov

Census Bureau
This is the new website for the Census Bureau that is replacing American FactFinder. You can find demographic information based on location.
What is data.census.gov?
FAQ page explaining the new platform for U.S. Census data and what information it contains
How do I get started with my search?
An explanation of how to do a basic and advanced search on the new Census website.

States & Local Census Information

Census Business Builder - Small Business Edition
Find out information about your target market - this application pulls in valuable data from the latest census.
QuickFacts
Statistics for all states, counties, cities, and towns with populations of over 5,000 people.
State and Local Area Supplement to the Statistical Abstract
This resource provides data on area, population, housing,personal income and earnings by industry, private business establishments and employment, and much more.

City-Data
City-Data collects and analyzes data from a variety of government and private sources to provide detailed, informative profiles for every city in the United States.
Data.gov
Provides data sets from various government departments, agencies, and organizations.
Statistical Sites on the World Wide Web
Provides access to U.S. federal statistics agencies, international statistical agencies, and other countries' statistical agencies.
Survey of Current Business
From the Bureau of Economic Analysis, each monthly issue presents the latest national, international, regional, and industry estimates.
World Bank Open Data
Economic, social, population, and development data for over 200 countries.