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Statistics and Data: A Guide to Library Research

Introduction to This Guide

Statistics and their interpretation are essential to the physical, life, health, and social sciences. This guide provides links to numerous reliable sources of statistical information, or you can begin your research with the search box below.

Search for Statistics and Datasets

Search Google Dataset Search for millions of datasets in digital repositories worldwide.

 

Frequently Used Statistics Resources

  • Explore Census Data
    • Open access for all users
    Best Bet

    Population, housing and economic census data from ongoing surveys including American Community Survey.

  • Proquest Statistical Abstract of the United States
    • Current UM-Flint users + guests on campus
    Best Bet

    Statistics on the population, economy, and life in the United States.

  • Sage Data
    • Current UM-Flint users + guests on campus
    Best Bet

    Create tables, charts and maps with wide range of variables using data from governments and private organizations.

  • Cancer Today
    • Open access for all users

    Data visualization tools that present current national estimates of cancer incidence, mortality, and prevalence.

  • CDC Data & Statistics
    • Open access for all users

    CDC links to vital statistics and records.