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Introduction to U.S. Census Data

About the U.S. Census Bureau, its programs, and the resulting data and statistics. Last updated: 2021-07-28.

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IPUMS

Part of the Institute for Social Research and Data Innovation in the Minnesota Population Center at the University of Minnesota, IPUMS (Integrated Public Use Microdata Series) "provides census and survey data from around the world integrated across time and space. IPUMS integration and documentation makes it easy to study change, conduct comparative research, merge information across data types, and analyze individuals within family and community context. Data and services are available free of charge." Collections related to the U.S. Census are IPUMS USA and the National Historical Geographic Information System (NHGIS).

Census Website QuickFacts

QuickFacts is an easy to use application website from the Census Bureau that provides tables, maps, and charts of frequently requested statistics from many Census Bureau censuses, surveys, and programs. Profiles are available for the nation, all 50 states plus the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico, and all counties. Cities and towns with a population of 5,000 or more are also included. Results can viewed as charts, tables, or maps. Please see these FAQs for more information.