LibGuides: U.S. Government Research: Data Sources

Data & Statistical Sources

The main portal to locating data and statistics is Data.gov.

Data.gov
Open data from the United States federal government. Can search and browse by topics including climate, education, energy, health, and more to find and download datasets.

However, many federal departments and agencies also publish various datasets and statistics. Here are a sampling of places to locate information:

U.S. Census Bureau
Official demographic data from the U.S. Census Bureau covering births, deaths, education, employment, income, housing, and much more.
U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis
BEA is one of the world's leading statistical agencies. BEA produces some of the most closely watched economic statistics that influence the decisions made by government officials, business people, households, and individuals. BEA's economic statistics, which provide a comprehensive, up-to-date picture of the U.S. economy, are key ingredients in critical decisions affecting monetary policy, tax and budget projections, and business investment plans.
Bureau of Justice Statistics
Provides statistics from all levels of government related to crime, offenders, victims of crime, and the courts.
Bureau of Labor Statistics
Provides freely available statistics and other data collected by the Department of Labor. Includes data and reports on employee wages and benefits, employment, unemployment, productivity, prices, and more.
National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
A part of the U.S. Department of Education, the National Center for Education Statistics is responsible for collecting data and statistics related to education in the United States.

Bentley Library Databases

Statistical Abstract of the U.S. (ProQuest) This link opens in a new window
The Statistical Abstract of the United States is the authoritative and comprehensive summary of statistics on the social, political, and economic organization of the United States. The site provides data from the Census Bureau, Bureau of Labor Statistics, Bureau of Economic Analysis, and many other Federal agencies and private organizations.
Statista This link opens in a new window
Statista is a portal for quantitative data, statistics and related information. Use the search box to find information of interest, or choose from dropdowns providing access to information about industries, digital markets, consumer markets, and topics such as media, business, and society. Statistics, charts and/or graphs may be downloaded in the following formats: Excel, PNG Graphics, PowerPoint and PDF.