Major Statistical Databases
- ProQuest Statistical Insight (formerly LexisNexis)Indexes statistical information from several sources.
- Statistical Datasets [Data-Planet] Use Chrome; requires updated Java. Interactive access from licensed & public domain sources. Browse, search, view, export data.
- Data.govThe gateway to statistics from U.S. federal agencies.
- ICPSR Data Archive Inter-University Consortium for Political and Social Research. Data, documentation and links to related literature. Access provided by Smith College.
- Social Explorer. 1790+Easy access to demographic information about the U.S.
- World Bank Data Catalog. 1960+Includes World Development Indicators, Global Development Finance, Africa Development Indicators, Education Statistics, etc.
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Gateways to Data
This guide provides starting points for locating and downloading statistics and data. Visit these sites for areas of coverage.
- Surveys & Series By Topic (Wellesley College)Links by type and topic, including economics, education, health, polls, and more.
- Sources for Raw Data Sets (Grinnell College)Extensive resources, most openly available to public.
- Social Science Data Resources (Northwestern University)Resources arranged in many categories, organized by topic.
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