Guides: Census Information: Census

Core Resources

Census Bureau
Serves as the leading source of quality data about the nation's people and economy. Contains the Decennial Census, Population & Housing Census, Economic Census, Census of Governments, and the American Community Survey.

Data.census.gov This link opens in a new window
Data from the U.S. Census Bureau, including the Census of Population and Housing, the Economic Census, and the American Community Survey.
Population topics include aging, disability, education, gender, employment, origins and languages, poverty, race and ethnicity, relationships, transportation and veterans. Housing information includes physical and financial characteristics. The Economic Census includes statistics on business and industry, foreign trade and government.
Social Explorer This link opens in a new window
Social Explorer provides quick and easy access to current and historical census data and demographic information. The easy-to-use web interface lets users create maps and reports to illustrate, analyze, and understand demography and social change. In addition to its comprehensive data resources, Social Explorer offers features and tools to meet the needs of demography experts and novices alike.

Census by Topic
Census Bureau statistics are now organized by themes, or topics, making it easier for you to find what you need. Each topic and subtopic lists associated data, news, and more.

Census Academy
Learn how to access and use Census Bureau data your way through our how-to Data Gem videos and in-depth courses, webinars, and tutorials.
How-to Materials for Using the Microdata Access
Do you have questions on how to use Microdata Access? Step-by-step guidance to learn how to use Microdata Access to create your own tabulations.
How-to Materials for Using data.census.gov
Step-by-step guidance to learn how to navigate data.census.gov and find out about new functionality.

State & County QuickFacts
QuickFacts tables are summary profiles showing frequently requested data items from various Census Bureau programs. Profiles are available for the nation, states, counties, and large cities.
State Data Center Program
The State Data Center Program makes data available locally to the public through a network of state agencies, universities, libraries, and regional and local governments.