Research Guides: Statistics: Databases

Most Used Resources

These are some of the more popular Statistics databases. If you are looking for something on a specific topic or subject that you do not see here, check out the Subject Databases Page or the Library Guide for your subject area.

Statista This link opens in a new window
Statistics, reports, infographics, and surveys on business, media, finance, politics and a wide variety of topics. Includes industry and consumer reports, market outlooks, and country reports. Coverage: focus is on current (not historical) statistics.
Statistical Abstract of the United States This link opens in a new window
Data sets and statistical sources from the United States government covering American history, demographics, and census data.

Data.gov
Here you will find data, tools, and resources to conduct research, develop web and mobile applications, design data visualizations, and more.
Data and Statistics (from USA.gov)
Features a list of data resources from Federal government agencies. Includes such topics as, business, economics, defense, international relations, environment, energy, agriculture, family, geospatial data, health, nutrition, jobs and education, public safety, science, technology, transportation, and recreation.
ICPSR Data Access
An archive of social science data for research and instruction in the social sciences, education, health sciences, and business. Read the information carefully before downloading data sets from ICPSR or placing requests with Research Computing.
MathSciNet
A searchable database providing access to Mathematical Reviews and Current Mathematical Publications. Produced by the American Mathematical Society, the main subject areas covered are pure and applied mathematics, and statistics. from 1940-present.
Roper Center
The Roper Center for Public Opinion Research is one of the world's leading archives of social science data, specializing in data from surveys of public opinion. Note: Individual registration is required for access, using luc.edu email only.

Social Explorer This link opens in a new window
Digitized maps and census data related to demographic information in the U.S. Coverage: 1790 - 2000. Limited to three simultaneous users.
Encyclopedia of Statistical Sciences This link opens in a new window
2nd ed. Corresponds to 16 volumes of the print reference. Provides information about statistical theory and its applications in various scientific fields. New updates cover topics from computer technology to genetics.

United States Census Bureau

Census Bureau
Government agency that produces the United States' demographic data. The Census Research page offers numerous resources for exploring and searching the United States Census.
Explore Census Data (also known as data.census.gov)
A source for population, economic, housing, and geographic information and data about the United States, Puerto Rico, and the Island areas.

Below, you will find other useful Census Bureau links:

Census Bureau Data Tables
Uses the filters on the left to narrow by topic, survey or year. Data can be downloaded to excel.
American Community Survey
Current Population Survey
Monthly survey of about 50,000 households.
State & County QuickFacts
Provides facts about people, business and geopgraphy.
Race and Ethnicities
The Census Bureau collects race data based on self-identification.

Geospatial Data Sources

Explore Census Data This link opens in a new window
Data covering the United States, Puerto Rico, and the Island areas. Includes, population, economic, housing, and geographic information. Coverage: 2000 - present.
Sanborn Maps of Illinois This link opens in a new window
Digitized maps of most cities and towns in Illinois. Coverage: 1867 - 1970.
SimplyAnalytics This link opens in a new window
A mapping, analytics, and data visualization application with 200,000+ data variables, including demographic census data, 23 million+ businesses, and survey marketing & health data. To access, first create a personal workspace or log-in as a guest.
Limited to 10 simultaneous users.
Social Explorer This link opens in a new window
Digitized maps and census data related to demographic information in the U.S. Coverage: 1790 - 2000. Limited to three simultaneous users.

Loyola University Chicago Libraries

Statistics

Open Access Data and Statistical Sources

Most Used Resources

United States Census Bureau

Geospatial Data Sources