How to Find Statistics
This page links to a few places to begin your research for statistics related to Social Work:
- The Statistical Abstract of the United States is a great place to start any search for statistics! Locate your topic within the "sections" listed on the left-hand side of the screen.
- Be sure to also check the webpages of the related federal, state and local government departments and agencies, such as the Department of Veterans Affairs which hosts the National Center for Veterans Analysis and Statistics.
- For assistance with these sources or for help locating additional sources, contact Katharin Peter, Data Librarian at kpeter@usc.edu.
- USC Libraries' Data & Statistical Sources Research Guide.
Databases
- American Fact Finder (U.S. Census Bureau) "Fact Sheet" provides quick access to basic demographic, social and economic data on your city, town, county or state or zip code. Also provides access to more detailed data through advanced functions.
- LexisNexis Statistical Universe Abstracts include a detailed description of a publication's statistical contents and primary bibliographic information like title, date, collation, agency report number (if any), and periodicity.
- RAND California The California Statistics section of the RAND California database provides statistical tables on business and economics, population and demographics, education, health, government finance, politics, and public opinion.
- SimplyMap Web-based mapping application enables non-technical users to quickly create thematic maps and reports/tables using extensive demographic, social, business and marketing data.
U.S. Statistical Abstract
Available online or in Homer:
Statistical Abstract of the United States
Call Number: HA202.A4.
ISBN/ISSN: 1598044605
Annual summary publication of statistics on the social, political, and economic organization of the United States. Available online or in the Doheny Library.
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