Demographic Information
Turn to these archives and web resources to locate detailed demographic data. For help finding more, make an appointment with me or ask at the Research/IT Desk.
- data.census.gov This link opens in a new window
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Statistical population, housing, economic, and geographic data from the United States Census. Replaces American FactFinder.
- DHS: Demographic and Health Surveys
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Survey data and analysis on the population, health, and nutrition of women and children in 75+ developing countries, collected by the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID).
- ICPSR: Inter-University Consortium for Political and Social Research This link opens in a new window
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The Inter-University Consortium for Political and Social Research is the world's largest archive of social sciences research. Search here for demographic data from around the globe.
- WDI: World Development Indicators This link opens in a new window
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Statistical data for development indicators and time series data for over 200 countries and 18 country groups. Data includes social, economic, financial, natural resources, and environmental indicators. Covers 1960 - present.
Note: For data documentation, see the print reference book: World Development Indicators, at call number Ref HC 59.15 .W656.
