Recent Additions
- Statistical Abstract of the United States This link opens in a new windowAn authoritative and comprehensive summary of U.S. social, political and economic data from Federal and State agencies as well as private organizations. All tables are available for download in PDF and Excel formats. Check original sources of data to explore more detailed information. Excellent introductory essay at beginning of each topic section. Updated annually.
Earlier editions (1970-current) accessible using drop down menu. Archived government editions (1878-2012) available free at U.S. Census Bureau and Cybercemetery sites. Tip Sheet. - Statista This link opens in a new windowProvides access to recent and relevant statistics and studies from market researchers, trade organizations, scientific publications, and U.S. and international government sources. Topics include business, finance, education, media, politics, society, environment, technology and more. Ready-made tables, graphs, and charts are downloadable in PDF, XLS, PNG, or PPT.
- RAND State Statistics This link opens in a new windowProvides a comprehensive portfolio of statistics for all 50 states. Topics are organized by broad categories: demographics, health, economics, crime, poverty and social services, income, K-12 education, government, and higher education. Drop down menus for each category allow the user to narrow the topic.
International Development Data Sources
- UNdataLinks to more than 30 sources of data useful for sociological and economic research.
- OECD Statistical ResourcesDownloadable data sets, key indicators, tools for statisticians, and the OECD Data Lab.
Additional Basic Resources
- College Measures Economic Success Metrics ProgramPublicly accessible information about the earnings of college graduates by school, area of study, and program for several participating states including Texas. Includes first year earnings.
- U.S. Hurricane Strikes by DecadeBy the National Weather Service, National Hurricane Center.
- Social Security Actuarial Life TableUsed by the Social Security to estimate life expectancy for males and females at a given age, based on 2009 mortality rates.
- Economic Data and StatisticsEconomics Research Guide
- International StatisticsInternational Marketing Research Guide.
- Historical Statistics in the U.S.Primary Sources Research Guide.