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A guide for statistic resources that cover all academic disciplines.

National Statistics

Data.gov
Access to high value datasets generated by the federal government. Search or browse by topic.
Data and Statistics about the U.S.
Gateway to statistics from U.S. government agencies.
U.S. Census Bureau
Includes population, demographics, business statistics, etc. from the U.S. Census Bureau. Browse "Topics" from the top menu for a good starting point.
Explore Census Data
Provides access to data about the U.S. Enter what you need in the search box, then view the Tables, Maps, or Pages that are available.
Bureau of Economic Analysis
United States economic statistics and data.
Bureau of Labor Statistics
Covers the broad field of U.S. labor economics.
Historical Statistical Abstract of the U.S.
Published from 1878 to 2012. Includes authoritative and comprehensive summary of social, political, and economic statistics.
National Center for Health Statistics
Covers health and related topics in the United States.
National Center for Education Statistics
Access education statistics for the United States
Bureau of Justice
Data and statistics on crime in the United States
Pew Research Center
A nonpartisan "fact tank" that provides information and data sets on the issues, attitudes and trends shaping America and the world.

International Statistics

UNdata
Access to numerous specialized international data sources for all available countries and areas. From the United Nations.
The World Bank: Data
Free and open access to a comprehensive set of data about development in countries around the globe. Find data by country, topic, or developmental indicators.
World Trade Organization: Statistics Gateway
WTO data on merchandise and commercial trade services as well as selected market access indicators.
Gapminder
Data, videos, charts and maps on a variety of world statistics.

Other Sources

CIA World Factbook
Government website that gives detailed statistical profiles on most countries throughout the world.
Wolfram Alpha
This website hosts a computational engine that can help gather data on a variety of subjects in both the humanities and social sciences.

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Points of View Reference Source
Resources presenting multiple sides of current social issues. Includes news & academic articles, as well as opinion pieces.
Opposing Viewpoints
Essays taking the pro/con side of today's hottest social issues. Allows you to limit your searches to statistics resources.
Gale Virtual Reference Library
Electronic encyclopedias that include many articles with statistics.

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