Census Information

Census Information

Historical Census Browser 
     "The data presented here describe the population and economy of U.S. states and counties from 1790 to 1960." Start with one of the decennial census pages, and then select the variables you want to view. Data is initially displayed by state. County data can be displayed by selecting any or all states from the state display. From the Geospatial and Statistical Data Center, University of Virginia.

Population Reference Bureau (PRB) 
     Contains articles, reports, and statistics related to population worldwide. Topics include the environment, AIDS, aging, education, family planning, gender, health, poverty, mortality, policy, and race. Includes charts and graphics, and a glossary of related terms. Also available in Spanish and French. Searchable and browsable.

U.S. Census Bureau 
     The most comprehensive for current U.S. demographic data. Includes the nation's population, housing, business and manufacturing activity, international trade, farming, and state and local governments. There are links to U.S., state, and international statistical resources.

A few selected services from the U.S. Census Bureau website:

Census 2000 Gateway

Fact Finder
An interactive site that provides fact sheets and data sets.  This service is described by the Census Bureau as, "Your source for population, housing, economic, and geographic data."

State & Country QuickFacts
"Quick, easy access to facts about people, business, and geography."

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.