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Publisher: U.S. Census Bureau U.S. Census Bureau Facts for Features: Civil Rights Act of 1964: 40th Anniversary 
 Facts and statistics compiled in honor of the signing of the "landmark law [that] prohibits racial discrimination in public accommodations, publicly owned or operated facilities, employment and union membership, and voter registration." Compares data from 1964 and 2002 in areas such as black elected officials, college students and graduates, and income and poverty. Includes audio files. http://www.census.gov/Press-Release/www/releases/archives/facts_for_features_special_editions/001800.html Topics: Black Resources, Constitutional Law & Civil Liberties, Holidays and Observances Individually, Politics Last updated Jun 29, 2004 U.S. Census Bureau Facts for Features: National Adoption Month
Special report on the annual November commemoration that is meant "to focus attention on the increasing number of children in the child welfare system waiting to be adopted." Includes statistics on adoption rates, foreign-born adopted children, number of households that contain adopted children, and related topics. From the U.S. Census Bureau. http://www.census.gov/Press-Release/www/releases/archives/facts_for_features_special_editions/002683.html Topics: Families, Statistics Last updated Sep 22, 2004 U.S. Census Bureau Facts for Features & Special Editions: First Flight Centennial
Facts and statistics on air transportation and the aerospace industry, in commemoration of the 100th anniversary of the Wright brothers' first powered flight on December 17, 1903. Includes a brief historical narrative. From the U.S. Census Bureau. http://www.census.gov/Press-Release/www/releases/archives/facts_for_features_special_editions/001573.html Topics: Holidays and Observances Individually, Statistics, Transportation Last updated May 20, 2008 U.S. Census Bureau Facts for Features: Black (African-American) History Month: February
Facts and statistics regarding African-Americans, including topics such as earnings, business, education, jobs, family, housing, and the military. From the U.S. Census Bureau. http://www.census.gov/Press-Release/www/releases/archives/facts_for_features_special_editions/013007.html Topics: Black Resources, Holidays & Observances, Holidays and Observances Individually, Military Last updated Dec 8, 2008 Minority Links: Facts on the Black or African American Population
Statistics, demographics, social and economic characteristics, redistricting data, profile reports, briefs, and much more. From the U.S. Census Bureau. http://www.census.gov/pubinfo/www/NEWafamML1.html Topics: Black Resources Last updated Apr 3, 2004 We the People: Aging in the United States
"This report provides a portrait of the social and economic characteristics of the population aged 65 and over in the United States at the national level. It is part of the Census 2000 Special Reports series that presents several demographic, social, and economic characteristics collected from Census 2000." Features statistics and graphs. Opens directly into a PDF file. From the U.S. Census Bureau. http://www.census.gov/prod/2004pubs/censr-19.pdf Topics: Finance, Senior Health, Statistics Last updated Jan 11, 2005 Fast Facts on Areas Affected by Hurricane Katrina (Revised)
Features population estimates, socioeconomic characteristics, links to maps, and statistics about commerce, businesses, and industries for areas affected by Hurricane Katrina. From the U.S. Census Bureau. http://www.census.gov/Press-Release/www/releases/archives/hurricanes_tropical_storms/005672.html Topics: Hurricane Katrina Last updated Sep 14, 2005 U.S. Census Bureau Facts for Features: American Indian and Alaska Native Heritage Month
Facts and statistics regarding American Indians and Native Alaskans of the United States, created for the annual November recognition of these groups. Topics include population and age distribution, income, families, businesses, homeownership, veterans, and language. Features quotes and audio. http://www.census.gov/Press-Release/www/releases/archives/facts_for_features_special_editions/012782.html Topics: Native Americans, Special Months Last updated Nov 3, 2008 U.S. Census Bureau Facts for Features: 53rd Anniversary of the UNIVAC Computer
In honor of UNIVAC I, the world's first commercial computer, "this edition of Facts for Features examines how ingrained the computer has become in American society." Includes statistics about computer usage and photos. http://www.census.gov/Press-Release/www/releases/archives/facts_for_features_special_editions/001784.html Topics: Computers, Holidays and Observances Individually, Statistics Last updated Jul 6, 2004 Facts for Features: Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month: May
Facts and statistics about this observance planned "to coincide with two important anniversaries: the arrival in the United States of first Japanese immigrants (May 7, 1843) and the completion of the transcontinental railroad (May 10, 1869)." Topics include population, ethnicity, language, income, education, and military service. From the U.S. Census Bureau. http://www.census.gov/Press-Release/www/releases/archives/facts_for_features_special_editions/013385.html Topics: Holidays and Observances Individually, Military, Regions of the World, Statistics Last updated Mar 4, 2009 U.S. Census Bureau Facts for Features & Special Editions: Louisiana Purchase Bicentennial
Facts and statistics about "the 200th anniversary of what has been described as the greatest real estate deal in history." Topics include population, the French influence, the number of places named "Jefferson," and a brief chronology of the 1803 Louisiana Purchase. From the U.S. Census Bureau. http://www.census.gov/Press-Release/www/releases/archives/facts_for_features_special_editions/001619.html Topics: Holidays & Observances, Holidays and Observances Individually, U.S. History By Place, United States History Last updated May 20, 2008 County Business Patterns
"This annual series includes a separate report for each State, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and a U.S. summary. The divisions of the economy covered are agricultural services, forestry, and fisheries; mining; contract construction; manufacturing; transportation and other public utilities; wholesale trade; retail trade; finance, insurance, and real estate; and services." Information available back through 1993. In PDF (requires the Adobe Acrobat Reader). http://www.census.gov/prod/www/abs/cbptotal.html Topics: Business, Industries, Statistics Last updated Apr 29, 2005 U.S. Census Bureau: Grandparents and Grandchildren
Compilation of demographic data and reports on grandparents and grandchildren, from the Current Population Survey, Decennial Census (2000 and 1990), American Community Survey, and other sources. Covers grandparent-maintained families and estimates about fertility and grandparents. From the U.S. Census Bureau. http://www.census.gov/population/www/socdemo/grandparents.html Topics: Families, Statistics Last updated Sep 6, 2007 U.S. Census Bureau Facts for Features: Back to School
Facts and statistics about the annual autumnal phenomenon of children and teachers returning to school. Browse topics such as school enrollment, back-to-school shopping, school lunches, languages, the benefits of education, and more. From the U.S. Census Bureau. http://www.census.gov/Press-Release/www/releases/archives/facts_for_features_special_editions/013847.html Topics: Education, Holidays & Observances, K-12 Education, Statistics Last updated Sep 1, 2009 U.S. Census Bureau Facts for Features Special Edition: Super Bowl
Facts and statistics commemorating this football event, with historical details and facts about the current teams and the host city. From the U.S. Census Bureau. http://www.census.gov/Press-Release/www/releases/archives/facts_for_features_special_editions/013157.html Topics: Sports Last updated Jan 26, 2009 U.S. Census Bureau Facts for Features: Grandparents Day
To celebrate Grandparents Day (the first Sunday after Labor Day), the U.S. Census Bureau offers facts and statistics regarding grandparents, grandchildren, caregivers, multigenerational families, and more. The site includes a brief history of this holiday. http://www.census.gov/Press-Release/www/releases/archives/facts_for_features_special_editions/013971.html Topics: Families, Holidays & Observances, Holidays and Observances Individually, Senior Health, Seniors, Statistics Last updated Aug 26, 2009 Minority Links
Quick links to the latest U.S. Census "data on racial and ethnic populations in the United States." Features browsable facts and statistics on Black/African American, Hispanic/Latino, Asian/Pacific Islander, and American Indian/Alaska Native populations in the United States. From the U.S. Census Bureau Public Information Office. http://www.census.gov/pubinfo/www/hotlinks.html Topics: Business, Federal (U.S.) Government, Ready Reference & Quick Facts, Statistics Last updated Jan 13, 2004 State and County QuickFacts
"Quick, easy access to facts about people, business, and geography" at the national, state, and county levels. "People Facts" include recent population estimates; racial, age, and gender breakouts; high school and college graduates; households; and children under the poverty level. "Business Facts" include retail sales, minority- and women-owned businesses, and building permits. from the U.S. Census Bureau. http://quickfacts.census.gov/qfd/ Topics: Business, Federal (U.S.) Government, Finance, Geography, Poverty, Ready Reference & Quick Facts, Social Science, Statistics Last updated May 17, 2005 U.S. Census Bureau Question & Answer Center
Browse and search through hundreds of questions and answers about population, demographics, and more. Sample topics include housing, education, employment, and health. Users can also ask questions and save answers; registration (free) required for these features. https://ask.census.gov/cgi-bin/askcensus.cfg/php/enduser/std_alp.php Topics: Business, Federal (U.S.) Government, Ready Reference & Quick Facts, Ready Reference & Quick Facts, Social Science, Statistics Last updated Nov 2, 2004 U.S. Census Bureau Facts for Features: Halloween: Oct. 31
Contains facts and statistics regarding trick-or-treaters, pumpkins and jack-o'-lanterns, candy, and costumes. Includes relevant place names in the United States, such as Transylvania County, North Carolina, and Tombstone, Arizona. http://www.census.gov/Press-Release/www/releases/archives/facts_for_features_special_editions/012600.html Topics: Holiday Foods, Beverages, and Recipes, Holidays & Observances, Holidays and Observances Individually Last updated Sep 7, 2008 U.S. Census Bureau Facts for Features: Thanksgiving Day
Facts and statistics about turkeys, cranberries, sweet potatoes, pumpkins, holiday shopping, places named Plymouth, and more. Includes quotes and audio clips, and a brief history of the holiday. http://www.census.gov/Press-Release/www/releases/archives/facts_for_features_special_editions/012692.html Topics: Crops, Fruits & Vegetables, Holiday Foods, Beverages, and Recipes, Holidays & Observances, Holidays and Observances Individually Last updated Nov 18, 2008 PopClocks
The estimated population of the World and the United States--right now! From the U.S. Census Bureau, Population Division. http://www.census.gov/main/www/popclock.html Topics: Social Science Last updated Nov 18, 2003 Population Estimates
Contains national, state, county, city, town, and metropolitan area population estimates. Includes "demographic components of change (births, deaths, and migration)," and "estimates by age, sex, race, and Hispanic origin." Features data for Puerto Rico, maps, graphs, and historical information. From the U.S. Census Bureau. http://www.census.gov/popest/estimates.php Topics: Social Science, Statistics Last updated Sep 11, 2004 U.S. Census Bureau: Voting and Registration
Data on "various demographic and socioeconomic characteristics is collected for the nation in November of congressional and presidential election years in the Current Population Survey (CPS). ... Projections of the voting-age population by age, race, Hispanic origin, and gender derived from administrative data are also produced every other year in anticipation of the elections." Also has data back to 1964 by race, Hispanic origin, sex, age, region, educational attainment, and labor force. http://www.census.gov/population/www/socdemo/voting.html Topics: Politics, Statistics, The United States Presidency Last updated Sep 7, 2003 U.S. Census Bureau Facts for Features: Father's Day
Facts and statistics about fathers, fatherhood, and Father's Day, celebrated the third Sunday in June in the United States. Topics include a brief history of the holiday, popular Father's Day gifts, and statistics about stay-at-home and single dads. From the U.S. Census Bureau. http://www.census.gov/Press-Release/www/releases/archives/facts_for_features_special_editions/013535.html Topics: Families, Holidays & Observances, Holidays and Observances Individually, Statistics Last updated Apr 26, 2009 U.S. Census Bureau Facts for Features: The Fourth of July
Facts and statistics related to Independence Day, covering topics such as fireworks, flags, cookouts, immigration, parks, and patriotic-sounding place names. From the U.S. Census Bureau. http://www.census.gov/Press-Release/www/releases/archives/facts_for_features_special_editions/011920.html Topics: Holidays & Observances, Holidays and Observances Individually, Holidays by Region, September 11 & Beyond Last updated May 11, 2008 U.S. Gazetteer
Searchable database, by name or state abbreviation, or 5-digit zip code. Contains geographic information, maps and census data. http://www.census.gov/cgi-bin/gazetteer Topics: Dictionaries, Geography, Ready Reference & Quick Facts Last updated Sep 1, 2003 U.S. Census Bureau: Health Insurance Data
Reports and statistics on U.S. health insurance coverage from the U.S. Census Bureau's Current Population Survey (CPS) and other sources, covering various periods from the late 1980s on. Includes a FAQ, health insurance definitions, and related links. http://www.census.gov/hhes/www/hlthins/hlthins.html Topics: Consumer Research & Advocacy, Drugs, Finance, Health, Health, Statistics Last updated Sep 28, 2009 U.S. Census Bureau Facts for Features: Hispanic Heritage Month
Facts and statistics about Hispanics and Hispanic Heritage Month (September 15 to October 15), which "celebrates the culture and traditions of U.S. residents who trace their roots to Spain, Mexico and the Spanish-speaking nations of Central America, South America and the Caribbean." From the U.S. Census Bureau. http://www.census.gov/Press-Release/www/releases/archives/facts_for_features_special_editions/012245.html Topics: Holidays & Observances, Special Months Last updated Jul 14, 2008 U.S. Census Bureau Facts for Features: Veterans Day
Contains facts and statistics regarding veterans in the United States, including women and black veterans, wars served, where veterans live, and what veterans receive in benefits. Features quotes and audio clips. http://www.census.gov/Press-Release/www/releases/archives/facts_for_features_special_editions/012781.html Topics: Communities & Groups, Holidays & Observances, Holidays and Observances Individually, Military Last updated Nov 3, 2008 U.S. Census Bureau: Annual & Quarterly Services
Launched in 2004 as "the Federal Government's first new economic indicator in nearly thirty years," this survey "is the centerpiece of a multi-faceted statistical initiative to address long-standing deficiencies in federal statistics covering the service sector." Includes statistics for information sector services; professional, science, and technical services; and administrative and support and waste management and remediation services. http://www.census.gov/services/index.html Topics: Economics, Finance, Industries Last updated Sep 22, 2009 U.S. Census Bureau Facts for Features: Labor Day
Facts and statistics relevant to Labor Day. Topics include the national workforce, pay, earnings, labor union affiliation, health insurance, lengths of commutes, union participation, telecommuting, and more. From the U.S. Census Bureau. http://www.census.gov/Press-Release/www/releases/archives/facts_for_features_special_editions/012085.html Topics: Holidays & Observances, Holidays and Observances Individually, Labor, Statistics Last updated Jul 6, 2008 Monthly & Annual Retail Trade
This site provides "current estimates of sales at retail and food services stores and inventories held by retail stores" in the United States. Reports "are released approximately 6 weeks after the close of the reference month. They contain preliminary figures for the current month and final figures for the prior 12 months." Includes data back to 1992. Also includes a FAQ and related information. From the Retail Indicators Branch, U.S. Census Bureau. http://www.census.gov/retail/ Topics: Food & Cooking, Industries, Statistics Last updated Oct 14, 2009 U.S. Census Bureau: Facts for Features & Special Editions
Factsheets with statistics for specific holidays and observances. "The data are gleaned from demographic and economic subject areas across the Census Bureau." Some entries include quotes and radio sound bites from the bureau's Public Information Office. Browsable chronologically. http://www.census.gov/Press-Release/www/releases/archives/facts_for_features_special_editions/ Topics: Holidays & Observances, Holidays by Region Last updated Aug 13, 2006 County and City Data Book: 2007
A "summary of statistics on the social and economic structure of the counties and cities of the United States." Useful as a local area supplement to the annual "Statistic Abstract of the United States." Opens directly into a PDF document. From the U.S. Census Bureau. http://www.census.gov/prod/2008pubs/07ccdb/ccdb-07.pdf Topics: Housing, Statistics Last updated Mar 11, 2008 Historical Statistical Abstracts
Site presents editions of the annual U.S. Census Bureau publication, from the document's inception in 1878 to the present. The Statistical Abstract of the United States is the "standard summary of statistics on the social, political, and economic organization" of the country. Publications from some years are not yet available on the site; they will be added "as historical records become available." http://www.census.gov/prod/www/abs/statab.html Topics: Statistics Last updated Jul 21, 2005 Facts for Features: Older Americans Month: May
Facts and statistics about senior citizens in the U.S., including figures on employment, voting, income, living arrangements, and population distribution. "Older Americans Month originated with a presidential proclamation in May 1963. It has been proclaimed by presidents every year since then." From the U.S. Census Bureau. http://www.census.gov/Press-Release/www/releases/archives/facts_for_features_special_editions/013384.html Topics: Statistics Last updated Mar 4, 2009 We the People: Asians in the United States
"This report provides a portrait of the Asian population in the United States and discusses the eleven largest detailed Asian groups at the national level, for example: Asian Indian, Cambodian, and Japanese. It is part of the Census 2000 Special Reports series that presents several demographic, social, and economic characteristics collected from Census 2000." Opens directly into a PDF document. From the U.S. Census Bureau. http://www.census.gov/prod/2004pubs/censr-17.pdf Topics: Statistics Last updated Dec 26, 2004 We the People: Hispanics in the United States
"This report provides a portrait of the Hispanic-origin population in the United States and discusses some of the Hispanic or Latino groups within this population at the national level. It is part of the Census 2000 Special Reports series that presents several demographic, social, and economic characteristics collected from Census 2000." Opens directly into a PDF document. From the U.S. Census Bureau. http://www.census.gov/prod/2004pubs/censr-18.pdf Topics: Statistics Last updated Dec 26, 2004 U.S. Census Bureau Facts for Features Special Edition: Oldest Baby Boomers Turn 60!
Facts and statistics about aging baby boomers. "In 2006, the oldest of the baby boomers, the generation born between 1946 and 1964, will turn 60 years old." Includes demographics of the Boomers, geographic distribution, the most popular baby names in 1946, social behavior of Boomers, and more. From the U.S. Census Bureau. http://www.census.gov/Press-Release/www/releases/archives/facts_for_features_special_editions/006105.html Topics: Communities & Groups, Social Science, Statistics Last updated Dec 14, 2005 Generation X Speaks Out on Civil Engagement and the Decennial Census: An Ethnographic Approach
This 2003 study provides information and data based on 2000 census questions related to civic involvement addressed to blacks, Afro-Caribbean immigrants from Haiti and Jamaica, American Indians, Southeast Asians, Hispanics, and non-Hispanic white Americans, all of whom were born between 1966 and 1980. Includes information about education, income, core values and issues, involvement in the community, and related matters. From the U.S. Census Bureau. http://www.census.gov/pred/www/rpts/Generation%20X%20Final%20Report.pdf Topics: Communities & Groups, Society & Social Science, Statistics Last updated Jan 4, 2006 We the People: American Indians and Alaska Natives in the United States
February 2006 United States Census 2000 special report about American Indian and Alaska native groups. Features data about size of population, age, household types, languages spoken, educational attainment, labor force participation, occupations, earnings, poverty rate, home ownership, and living on tribal lands for the following tribal groupings: Apache, Cherokee, Chippewa, Choctaw, Creek, Iroquois, Lumbee, Navaho, Pueblo, Sioux, Alaskan Athabascan, Aleut, Eskimo, and Tlingit-Haida. Opens directly into a PDF document. From the U.S. Census Bureau. http://www.census.gov/prod/2006pubs/censr-28.pdf Topics: Native Americans, Statistics Last updated Feb 14, 2006 Industry Statistics Sampler: NAICS 31-33, Manufacturing
Statistics showing the number of establishments, value of shipments, payroll, and number of employees for U.S. manufacturing businesses and geographic areas. The "Industry Detail" links in the employers chart include data on major U.S. production centers for specific manufacturing industries such as textiles, petroleum, metals, computers and electronics, and food. Also provides detailed manufacturing data for each state and many related statistical reports on the manufacturing industry. From the U.S. Census Bureau. http://www.census.gov/econ/census02/data/industry/E31-33.HTM Topics: Industries, Statistics Last updated Feb 21, 2006 65+ in the United States: 2005
This U.S. Census Bureau report "[provides] a picture of the health and socioeconomic status of the aging population." It features data on population size and growth, changes in age composition, housing, income, poverty rates, life expectancy, diseases, states with the highest aging population, patterns of migration, and many other topics. Opens directly into a PDF file. Commissioned by the National Institute on Aging (NIA). http://www.census.gov/prod/2006pubs/p23-209.pdf Topics: Seniors, Statistics Last updated Mar 15, 2006 Facts for Features: 100th Anniversary: San Francisco Earthquake -- April 18 [2006]
This site compares population, housing, and employment data for San Francisco near the time of the 1906 earthquake and fire and 100 years later. For example, the site notes that in 1900 San Francisco was "the most populous in California and ninth most populous city nationwide," and as of 2004 "San Francisco was only the fourth most populous city in the state and the 14th most populous city nationwide." From the U.S. Census Bureau. http://www.census.gov/Press-Release/www/releases/archives/facts_for_features_special_editions/006580.html Topics: California: History, Geology Last updated Mar 28, 2006 U.S. Census Bureau Facts for Features: Small Business Week
Collection of statistics to celebrate this week (observed in April) for small business owners and employees. Includes data on number of businesses, gross receipts, small business industries with high growth rates, number of employees, and related topics. From the U.S. Census Bureau. http://www.census.gov/Press-Release/www/releases/archives/facts_for_features_special_editions/006601.html Topics: Business, Statistics Last updated Apr 4, 2006 U.S. Census Bureau Facts for Features: Cinco de Mayo
Statistics about the May 5 holiday that "marks the Mexican army's victory [in 1862] over the French invaders at the Battle of Puebla. In the United States, the celebration of this victory has come to be known simply as 'Cinco de Mayo.'" Includes data about number of U.S. residents of Mexican origin and Mexican descent, percentage of people of Mexican origin in the labor force, and related figures. http://www.census.gov/Press-Release/www/releases/archives/facts_for_features_special_editions/013395.html Topics: Holidays and Observances Individually, Holidays by Region Last updated Mar 9, 2009 A Half-Century of Learning: Historical Census Statistics on Educational Attainment in the United States, 1940 to 2000
Statistics on educational attainment in the U.S., which "has been collected in every decennial census since 1940." Statistical tables show rates of attainment of a high school diploma and bachelor's degree or higher by age, sex, race, and Hispanic origin. Also includes graphs for each state. From the U.S. Census Bureau. http://www.census.gov/population/www/socdemo/education/introphct41.html Topics: Education, Statistics Last updated Apr 12, 2006 Survey of Business Owners (SBO)
"The Survey of Business Owners (SBO), formerly known as the Surveys of Minority- and Women-Owned Business Enterprises (SMOBE/SWOBE), provides statistics that describe the composition of U.S. businesses by gender, Hispanic or Latino origin, and race." Find reports and data from the 2002 surveys (most released in 2006), and from the past two surveys (1997 and 1992). From the U.S. Census Bureau. http://www.census.gov/econ/sbo/index.html Topics: Business, Labor, Statistics Last updated Sep 22, 2009 U.S. Census Bureau Facts for Features Special Edition: Hurricane Season Begins
"The north Atlantic hurricane season begins June 1 and lasts through November. ... This edition of Facts for Features spotlights the number of people living in areas that could be most affected by these acts of nature." Provides statistics about past hurricanes, population of states in the Atlantic and Gulf Coastal areas, and related topics. From the U.S. Census Bureau. http://www.census.gov/Press-Release/www/releases/archives/facts_for_features_special_editions/013534.html Topics: Hurricane Katrina, Statistics, Weather Last updated Apr 20, 2009 U.S. Census Bureau Facts for Features: 300 Million
To spotlight the occasion of the U.S. population reaching 300 million in 2006, "the Census Bureau steps back in time by comparing contemporary life and statistics to those in the time periods in which the nation reached other noteworthy population milestones in 1967 ... and in the year 1915." Includes comparisons of population, education, life expectancy, prices (gasoline, milk, postage stamps, and more), earnings, and other data. From the U.S. Census Bureau. http://www.census.gov/Press-Release/www/releases/archives/facts_for_features_special_editions/007276.html Topics: Social Science, Statistics Last updated Aug 14, 2006 More Kids 'On Track' at School -- 1 in 4 Gifted -- According to Census Bureau Report on 'A Child's Day'
This January 2007 press release is for "A Child's Day: 2003," the "third examination of children's well-being and their daily activities based on the Census Bureau's Survey of Income and Program Participation (SIPP)". Topics include education, child care arrangements, and participation in sports. Features highlights of the report, and link to the full report, detailed tables, and podcasts related to the report. From the U.S. Census Bureau. http://www.census.gov/Press-Release/www/releases/archives/children/009412.html Topics: Statistics Last updated Jan 16, 2007 Federal, State, and Local Governments: State Government Tax Collections
This report "provides a summary of taxes collected by state for up to 25 tax categories. These tables and data files present the details on tax collections by type of tax imposed and collected by state governments." Includes data back to 1992 on property taxes, sales taxes, licenses, income taxes, and other taxes. Includes technical documentation. From the U.S. Census Bureau. http://www.census.gov/govs/statetax/index.html Topics: Statistics, Tax Filing Season Last updated Oct 12, 2009 U.S. Census Bureau: Income
Collection of reports and related material about personal income in the U.S. "Census money income is defined as income received on a regular basis ... before payments for personal income taxes, social security, union dues, medicare deductions, etc. Therefore, money income does not reflect the fact that some families receive part of their income in the form of noncash benefits." Reports feature data tables and graphs. From the U.S. Census Bureau. http://www.census.gov/hhes/www/income/income.html Topics: Statistics Last updated Jun 13, 2007 U.S. Census Bureau: Race Data
Compilation of U.S. Census data on race, including American Indian, Hispanic origin, Asian and Pacific Islander, and Black populations. Also provides interracial data tables (on interracial couples and mixed-race households), and related Federal Register notices. From the U.S. Census Bureau. http://www.census.gov/population/www/socdemo/race.html Topics: Social Issues, Statistics Last updated Jun 20, 2007 Centenarians in the United States
"This report focuses on the characteristics of those people identified as centenarians in the 1990 Census of Population and Housing for the United States." Some of the data topics include population by sex, age, race, and Hispanic origin, number of projected centenarians (2000-2050), educational attainment, marital status, poverty status, and disability status and living arrangements. From the U.S. Census Bureau. Opens directly into a PDF file. http://www.census.gov/prod/99pubs/p23-199.pdf Topics: Senior Health, Statistics Last updated Sep 10, 2007 Facts for Features Special Edition: The 2008 Presidential Election
"To mark the start of the 2008 presidential election season, the Census Bureau has culled ... facts from previously released statistical reports." Data focuses on state and national voter turnout trends, including women, military veterans, registration methods, reasons for not voting, and related facts. From the U.S. Census Bureau. http://www.census.gov/Press-Release/www/releases/archives/facts_for_features_special_editions/010725.html Topics: 2008 Presidential Election Last updated Oct 8, 2007 The Two or More Races Population: 2000
This brief examines Census 2000 data about the "Two or More Races population," people who chose more than one of the six race categories. This Census was the "first decennial census that allowed individuals to self-identify with more than one race." Features a map showing geographic distribution, cities with the largest Two or More Races population, Hispanic and Latino origin data, and more. Opens directly into a PDF file. From the U.S. Census Bureau. http://www.census.gov/prod/2001pubs/c2kbr01-6.pdf Topics: Society & Social Science, Statistics Last updated Oct 25, 2007 United States Census 2010
Official page compiling material for the U.S. Census in 2010. Includes basics about the U.S. Census, which occurs every 10 years. Includes a FAQ, news releases, and other announcements about activities related to the Census. From the U.S. Census Bureau. http://2010.census.gov/2010census/ Topics: Federal (U.S.) Government, Statistics Last updated Apr 20, 2009 Facts for Features Special Edition: 50th Daytona 500
Collection of statistics related to the "50th running of the Daytona 500 on Feb. 17 [2008, which] is being billed as the 'most anticipated event in [auto] racing history.'" Features changes in population, prices, and trends from 1959 (when NASCAR's 200-lap, 500-mile stock-car race was first run at Daytona International Speedway in Florida) to 2008, and statistics for Daytona Beach, Florida, Deltona-Daytona Beach Metro Area, auto racing, and automobiles. From the U.S. Census Bureau. http://www.census.gov/Press-Release/www/releases/archives/facts_for_features_special_editions/011041.html Topics: Automobiles, Statistics Last updated Dec 21, 2007 Facts for Features Special Edition: 2007 Economic Census
Facts and data related to the Economic Census, which takes place every five years in years ending in 2 and 7 and "measures the nation's economic activity, providing key source data for the gross domestic product (GDP) and other indicators of economic performance. Includes statistics about the census (mailed in December 2007 to businesses), and about driving, gas stations, eating and drinking, shopping, utilities, entertainment, sports, and personal business. From the U.S. Census Bureau. http://www.census.gov/Press-Release/www/releases/archives/facts_for_features_special_editions/011092.html Topics: Economics, Statistics Last updated Jan 1, 2008 U.S. Census Bureau: 2008 Elections
Collection of pre-primary and pre-caucus snapshots of specific states, for the 2008 U.S. presidential election. Provides selected population characteristics (such as median age, household income, and persons below poverty) and the percentage of voting age citizens from each state who voted in the 2004 general election. Includes links to related resources. From the U.S. Census Bureau. http://www.census.gov/Press-Release/www/2008/2008elections.html Topics: 2008 Presidential Election Last updated Feb 4, 2008 Census Atlas of the United States
This publication, based on the 2000 U.S. census, is "the first comprehensive atlas of population and housing produced by the Census Bureau since the 1920s. The Census Atlas is a large-format publication about 300 pages long and containing almost 800 maps. ... A variety of topics are covered in the Census Atlas, ranging from language and ancestry characteristics to housing patterns and the geographic distribution of the population." From the U.S. Census Bureau. http://www.census.gov/population/www/cen2000/censusatlas/ Topics: Statistics Last updated Feb 4, 2008 Maternity Leave and Employment Patterns of First-Time Mothers: 1961-2003
This February 2008 report "first analyzes trends in women's work experience prior to their first birth and the factors associated with employment during pregnancy. ... The next section identifies the maternity leave arrangements used by women before and after their first birth. ... The final section examines how rapidly mothers return to work." Includes data tables and graphs. Opens directly into a PDF document. A Current Population Report from the U.S. Census Bureau. http://www.census.gov/prod/2008pubs/p70-113.pdf Topics: Jobs & Work, Women Last updated Mar 12, 2008 U.S. Census Bureau: Redistricting Data
Website for this program that "will provide states the opportunity to delineate voting and state legislative districts and to suggest census block boundaries for use in the 2010 Census redistricting data tabulations." Provides background about the program and the law (enacted in 1975) behind the program, redistricting data, and program announcements. From the U.S. Census Bureau. http://www.census.gov/rdo/ Topics: Federal (U.S.) Government, U.S. Elections Last updated Mar 17, 2008 USA Counties Data Files
This collection, released in March 2008, provides downloadable files containing U.S. Census data on counties. Some of the subject areas include agriculture, banking, crime, Hispanic or Latino population, income and poverty, veterans, vital statistics, and water usage. Includes tips for downloading and using the data, which is available in Excel and zip files. From the U.S. Census Bureau. http://www.census.gov/support/USACdata.html Topics: Statistics Last updated Apr 3, 2008 Facts for Features Special Edition: Conversion From Analog to Digital TV
In 2009 "all full-power TV stations will cease to broadcast analog programming. ... To mark this historic transition, the Census Bureau has assembled a sampling of statistics from its publications about television and the television industry." Statistics cover percentage of U.S. households with television sets, estimated sales for digital and analog TVs, projected spending on cable and satellite services, and more. From the U.S. Census Bureau. http://www.census.gov/Press-Release/www/releases/archives/facts_for_features_special_editions/012025.html Topics: Television Last updated Feb 14, 2009 A Gas Station for Every 2,500 People
This 2008 U.S. Census Bureau release notes that "Texas, California and Florida accounted for more than 20 percent of the nation's 116,855 gas stations with paid employees in 2006. ... That's about one gas station per 2,500 people." Includes related data about gas stations and key economic findings for all industries, from County Business Patterns 2006, a publication of the U.S. Census Bureau. http://www.census.gov/Press-Release/www/releases/archives/county_business_patterns/012181.html Topics: Industries, Oil & Gas Last updated Jul 8, 2008 Facts for Features Special Edition: Model T Centennial (Oct. 1)
Collection of facts and statistics for the October 1, 2008, centennial celebration of when "on Oct. 1, 1908, Ford Motor Co. introduced the Model T, generally regarded as the first affordable automobile and the car that industry experts say 'put America on wheels.'" Features data about auto manufacturing, car sales and ownership (such as California having the most registered vehicles according to the latest figures), and related topics. From the U.S. Census Bureau. http://www.census.gov/Press-Release/www/releases/archives/facts_for_features_special_editions/012439.html Topics: Automobiles Last updated Aug 11, 2008 Fertility of American Women
Compilation of data on the "fertility of American women for the noninstitutionalized population [which is] collected biannually in the June Current Population Survey (CPS) for the Nation." The 2006 report (released in August 2008) also includes, for the first time, data from the American Community Survey. Also includes Survey of Income and Program Participation (SIPP) reports, related American Community Survey documents, and links to related Census topics. From the U.S. Census Bureau. http://www.census.gov/population/www/socdemo/fertility.html Topics: Women's Health Last updated Sep 3, 2008 Facts for Features Special Edition: 2008 Presidential Nominating Conventions
Collection of "social, economic, demographic and business data for the two host cities [of the 2008 presidential nominating conventions], or their surrounding counties." Includes statistics for the Denver, Colorado (site of the Democratic National Convention, beginning August 25) and St. Paul, Minnesota (site of the Republican National Convention, starting September 1). From the United States Census Bureau. http://www.census.gov/Press-Release/www/releases/archives/facts_for_features_special_editions/012522.html Topics: 2008 Presidential Election Last updated Aug 25, 2008 One-in-Five Speak Spanish in Four States
This U.S. Census Bureau release from September 2008 announced that " [a]t least one-in-five residents of Arizona, California, New Mexico and Texas spoke Spanish at home in 2007, according to new American Community Survey data." Summarizes related findings on the U.S. foreign-born population (California (27.4 percent), New York (21.8), New Jersey (19.9), Nevada (19.4), and Florida (18.9) had the highest percentages) such as speaking a language other than English at home. http://www.census.gov/Press-Release/www/releases/archives/american_community_survey_acs/012634.html Topics: Languages Last updated Sep 30, 2008 Census in Schools
This site provides state U.S. Census information "especially for younger students." Click on a state to find data on population (including numbers of 8-12 year-olds), geography, and selected businesses (such as toy stores and amusement parks). Also includes teaching materials, reference material (such as fact sheets about Census 2000 and a history of data collection in the U.S.), and related items. From the U.S. Census Bureau. http://www.census.gov/dmd/www/teachers.html Topics: Federal (U.S.) Government, Ready Reference & Quick Facts Last updated Apr 28, 2009 Small Area Health Insurance Estimates
Material from "the [U.S.] Census Bureau's Small Area Health Insurance Estimates (SAHIE) program [which] produces estimates of health insurance coverage for states and all counties." Includes the October 2008 release of 2005 estimates of health insurance coverage by race and Hispanic origin (state level) and age, sex, and income categories (state and county levels). Site notes the "2006 SAHIE release is planned for 2009." Also include program background and related data and publications. http://www.census.gov//did/www/sahie/ Topics: Health Costs & Insurance Last updated Jul 29, 2009 Business Dynamics Statistics, BDS
These statistical resources, released in December 2008, "include measures of establishment openings and closings, firm startups, job creation and destruction by firm size, age, and industrial sector, and several other statistics on business dynamics. ... [It] provides the first publicly available tabulations of job creation by firm size and age." Includes project background and scope, databases, publications, statistical briefs, and related material. From the Center for Economic Studies of the U.S. Census Bureau. http://www.ces.census.gov/index.php/bds Topics: Statistics Last updated Dec 16, 2008 2007/2008 Older Worker Profiles
This is "a series of reports on older workers that presents a detailed picture for people 55 and older in the work force. ... Individual reports will present data at the county and metropolitan area levels for 2004, based on data from the Local Employment Dynamics (LED) program." Individual reports for the 30 participating states include data for the state and by county. From the U.S. Census Bureau. http://lehd.did.census.gov/led/library/profiles_2007.html Topics: Jobs & Work Last updated Feb 23, 2009 Facts for Features Special Edition: Indianapolis Motor Speedway 100th Anniversary
Quick facts and statistics related to the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, which celebrates its centennial in 2009. "One hundred years after the first of more than 300 races at the speedway, it remains home of the world-famous Indianapolis 500, as well as NASCAR's Brickyard 400, and some motorcycle and Formula One events." Find data on Indianapolis, Indiana, auto racing, automobiles, and recreational vehicles (RVs). From the U.S. Census Bureau. http://www.census.gov/Press-Release/www/releases/archives/facts_for_features_special_editions/013417.html Topics: Automobiles, Statistics, U.S. History By Place Last updated Mar 30, 2009 |
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