Finding Statistics 
on the Internet
Guides to Using Statistics        General Statistics Resources        U.S. Government and Historical Statistics 
International and Foreign Statistics            Polls and Public Opinions


Guides to Using Statistics

Statistics Every Writer Should Know
     Basic concepts and definitions

Using Data and Statistics
     This site will tell you what kind of chart to use to display different kinds of data.



General Guides and Statistics Resources

Statistical Resources on the Web
     A list of websites you can link to for a variety of statistical information.

Statistics
     Another general list of weblinks, compiled by the Librarian's Index to the Internet.



U.S. Government & Historical Statistics

FedStats
    A gateway to statistics from over 100 U.S. Federal agencies.

Statistical Abstract of the United States
     Information is one year old, and is only available in pdf format. We also have the print version in the Library.

U.S. Census Bureau
     A huge resource with information from the 2000 Census.

National Center for Health Statistics
   From the Center for Disease Control in Atlanta. Go here for mortality, diseases, health care costs, etc.

U.S. Economy At A Glance
     From the U.S. Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics.

United States Historical Census Data Browser
     Provides data that describes the people and economy for each state and county from 1790 to 1960.

Historical Atlas of the Twentieth Century
     Interesting facts about living conditions, war, population, art, and other topics by decades. 

just for fun - What is a Dollar Worth?
   Gives you the historical value of money.



International and Foreign Statistics

Statistical Resources on the Web -- Foreign Government Data
     Search by country's name or by topic (i.e. environment, census data, etc.)

Statistical Agencies (International)
     Links to other countries' statistical agencies, provided by the U.S. Census Bureau



Social Science
Polls / Public Opinion / Economics

PollingReport.com
     An independent, nonpartisan resource on trends in American public opinion

Public Agenda Online
     Find out about policy options and public opinion behind critical public concerns.

Population Reference Bureau
     Provides timely and objective information on U.S. and international population trends and their implications

BLS: Midwest Information Office
     Bureau of Labor Statistics provides economic news about spending, CPI, wages, etc. for the Midwest Region


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