Rand California Statistics
Library online database. 100
statistical databases, ranging from employment to social security payments
to SAT scores. This database is available only in the Library. |
Opposing Viewpoints
Library online database. As the name implies, this database offers
arguments on both sides of current hot issues from abortion to crime to
marijuana to war crimes. A Statistics tab in each article provides
access to statistics to support the pros and cons of each side of the issue.
A great place to get statistics for reports. |
U.S. Bureau of the Census
All
aspects of the 2000 census and more. American Factfinder
Part of the U.S. Census site, the Factfinder provides current information
plus community profile fact sheets.
Earth Resource Systems
A selection of demographics for cities throughout the U.S. Quick and
easy to use.
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County and City Data
Books
Online versions of the 1988, 1994, and 2000 Data Books
with demographic statistics. |
Sourcebook of Criminal Justice
Statistics
2002 data on federal, state, and local crime. |
Uniform Crime Reports
Data on arrests, offenses, and crimes reported for adults and juveniles.
Listed by U.S. totals or by state. |
Bureau of Labor Statistics
CPI, PPI, labor and unemployment and more. Links to state and local
regional data. |
Historical United States Census
Data
Data includes the population and economy of U.S. states
and counties from 1790 to 1960. No information on individuals. |
Statistical Abstract of the U.S.
Statistics on social and economic conditions in the United States from 1878
to 2003. Early editions are fascinating but often difficult to read. |
Global Statistics
Data on
population and economic factors
for regions, countries, provinces and cities. Has updates for 2004.
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Demographic Data by Zip Code
EasiDemographics sells complete statistical reports but reports based on
2000 census data are free if you register. Despite the heavy
advertising, a very useful site for zip code demographics. |
California Statistical Abstract
Data for 2002 and dating back to 1940 for some topics. Covers many
subjects but online data is not available for some. |
Counting California
A project of the California Digital Library. Information, facts, and
data about the state. |
Neighborhood Knowledge for
California
Excellent site by UCLA. Select quick facts
about your city or build a thematic map. Plenty of online help
provided. |
California Vital Statistics
From the Department of Health Services, vital statistics and much more. |
| The Library Reference
Collection contains many statistical resources. In the Library
online catalog, iBistro, use the Subject
search "
United States Statistics" to retrieve print resources such as:
County and City Extra : Annual Metro, City and County Data Book;
State Rankings;
Historical Statistics of the United States; or
Datapedia of the United States, 1790-2000 : America Year by Year.
For state and local statistics search
iBistro using the Subject search
"
California Statistics" to locate resources like
California, Cities, Towns & Counties. Other useful
Subject searches for statistics include: "
Santa Monica Census," "
United States Population Statistics," "
Zip Codes and Statistics," and "
Consumer Behavior Statistics." Ask the librarian for assistance
in locating exactly the statistics you need. Some Library statistical
resources, like the backfile of United States Census reports, are unavailable
while the new Main Library is under construction.
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