LibGuides: Government Information: Data & Statistics

Links to U.S. Government Data & Statistics

Data.gov This link opens in a new window
"Data.gov starts an exciting new chapter in its evolution to make government data more accessible and usable than ever before."
Explore Census Data This link opens in a new window
Demographic and other statistics from the U.S. Census Bureau. Free U.S. Government Website.
Statistical Abstract of the United States This link opens in a new window
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A comprehensive collection of statistics related to social, political and economic conditions in the United States. Published annually by the government since 1878; as of 2013 published by Proquest. Updated monthly.

Extracting Data from the General Social Survey
University of Pennsylvania's guide to using the General Social Survey.
General Social Survey Data Explorer
Data from the General Social Survey, in a searchable form. Also provides some analytical tools.
U.S. Government Departments and Agencies
Use this index to locate the website of your desired U.S. government department or agency and see what data they have available. Popular searches include the Bureau of Justice, the Bureau of Labor, the Bureau of Transportation, and the Internal Revenue Service (IRS).