Afeworki
Paulos (apaulos2@andrew.cmu.edu)
is the librarian serving as the ICPSR representative. He will
be happy to assist in acquiring data from ICPSR.
- Inter-University Consortium
for Political and Social Research (ICPSR)
The ICPSR archive includes studies from the social sciences and related
disciplines. Since Carnegie Mellon is a member of ICPSR, faculty and
students can order data free of charge. Data files can be downloaded
directly to your on-campus workstation from the web site. From off-campus,
you can download data using VPN. Most studies include electronic documentation files. Some
older studies only have print documentation at the present time but
eventually all studies will include electronic documentation. You
can search CAMEO
to determine if the library already has a particular codebook. ICPSR
includes several specialized archives such as:
- Data on the Net (University
of California, San Diego)
Users can search or browse the site's listing of 750 Internet sites
of numeric Social Science statistical data, data catalogs, data libraries,
social science gateways, addresses and more. More than 300 sites contain
data ready to be downloaded.
- Geostat: Geospatial and
Statistical Data Center (University of Virginia)
Geostat supports a wide range of academic and scholarly activities
through access to extensive collections of numeric and geospatial
data files and a suite of Internet-accessible data extraction tools.
In addition, users can access reference and class-related resources.
- Integrated Public Use Microdata
Series (University of Minnesota - Minnesota Population Center)
Two groups of data are available. IPUMS-USA consists of twenty-five
samples of the American population drawn from the federal censuses
of 1850 to 1990. IPUMS assigns uniform codes across all the samples
and brings relevant documentation into a coherent form to facilitate
analysis of social and economic change. IPUMS-International is a new
project dedicated to collecting and distributing census data from
around the world. Its goals are to collect and preserve data and documentation,
harmonize data, and to disseminate the data absolutely free.
- International Federation
of Data Organizations (IFDO)
This site offers links to prominent data archives throughout the world.
- NESSTAR
NESSTAR Explorer offers a free tool to find data across organisational
and national boundaries and for browsing
and downloading both data and metadata. Users must download the NESSTAR
Explorer software and register online to download data.
- The Pew Internet & American Life Project
This research project provides data on how the Internet affects Americans
in many facets of their lives. Original datasets will be made available
on the web site, usually about six months after publication of Project
reports dealing with the collected data. The site also offers information
pertinent to gaining Institutional Review Board approval.
- SDA: Survey Documentation & Analysis (University of Berkeley)
Users can conduct such data analyses as cross-tabulations, comparison
of correlations, multiple regressions, and more. The program also
generates statistics, SPSS & SAS data defintion statements, and
codebooks. Studies available for analysis include the General Social
Surveys, National Election Studies, Chicago African
American Survey, etc.
- StatLib
StatLib is a system hosted by the Carnegie Mellon Statistics Department
for distributing statistical software, datasets, and information by
electronic mail, FTP, and the World Wide Web.
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LexisNexis Statistical
(Carnegie Mellon users only)
This database provides electronic access to three important sources
that index over 100,000 statistical publications. The ASI, SRI, and
IIS components can be searched individually or in combination. The
Statistical Abstract of the United States (1996-) is included
in the ASI section.
Two search methods are available.
- Power Tables takes you directly to individual tables containing
your search terms. Most tables are from federal government sources.
- The indexes and abstracts section enables a user to search the
entire contents of the database.
- CAUTION: Different search strategies are necessary for each section.
Power Tables uses very specific index terms; indexes and abstracts
utilize broader concepts. Using the "Subject List" for
the latter type of search will usually provide the best results.
The print editions of the ASI and SRI indexes and abstracts
are available in Hunt Reference. Hunt Library holds the full text of
ASI (1978-present) and SRI (1980-present) documents on microfiche. Some
international statistics can be located in the University Libraries
by searching the library catalog (CAMEO). Hillman Library (University
of Pittsburgh) holds the IIS microfiche collection.
- Stat-USA/Internet
This database from the U.S. Department of Commerce focuses upon business,
economic, and trade data. The State of the Nation section
provides various financial and economic data regarding the U.S. economy.
The GLOBUS & NTDB area contains current and historical
trade-related releases, international market research, trade opportunities,
country analysis, and the the National Trade Data Bank (NTDB).
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- Census State Data Centers
These centers are cooperative ventures between the Census Bureau and
state statistical offices. The Pennsylvania site includes much of
the data found in the Pennsylvania Abstract and the County
Data Books described below.
- County and City Extra. 1992-.
HUNT REF-1 317.3 C8552
Statistics cover population, households, births and deaths, crime
data, education, income, housing, labor force, economic, government
finance and election data for states, counties, metropolitan areas,
and cities.
- Pennsylvania Abstract. 1992-.
HUNT REF-1 317.48 P4122
Data covers population, housing, marital status, employment and income,
education, social services, state and local taxes, crime and law enforcement,
and sectors of the economy.
- Pennsylvania County Data Book. 1985, 1995-.
HUNT REF-1 317.4885 P415
Hunt Library holds volumes for the six counties that make up the Pittsburgh
metropolitan area -- Allegheny, Beaver, Butler, Fayette, Washington,
and Westmoreland counties. The data books include demographic, transportation,
housing, income, and quality of life information. Much of this data
is available through the Pennsylvania State Data Center web site.
- The Sourcebook of County Demographics. 1990-.
HUNT REF-1 304.6 S7242A
This is an excellent source for current information. Data is available
on population, race, age distribution, households, median income,
disposable income by age, and spending potential indexes.
- The Sourcebook of Zip Code Demographics. 1990-.
HUNT REF-1 304.6 S724A
This is an excellent source for current information, especially for
small areas. Data is available on population, race, age distribution,
households, median income, disposable income by age, and includes
spending potential indexes. Some projections also are offered.
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- Ameristat (Population Reference
Bureau)
Ameristat provides instant summaries, both graphically and in text,
of the demographic features of the U.S. population. Data can be customized
by users on such topics as population estimates and projections, race
and ethnicity, migration, income and poverty, the elderly population,
and more. The data also may be downloaded.
- FedStats
FedStats provides links to more than 100 statistical agencies of the
United States government. The content and web interfaces are maintained
by the individual agencies.
- Data and Statistics – General Reference Sources (USA GOV)
- U.S. Census Bureau
The Census Bureau site is the primary source for Census 2000 data.
Much of the data can be manipulated online and the results downloaded.
In addition, the Census Bureau provides population estimates and
projections, economic statistics, government finance data, and
much more.
- Electronic
and Special Media Records (National Archives and Records Administration)
The National Archives maintains copies of important federal government
statistics for historical purposes. In general, NARA's electronic
records cannot be accessed online via the Internet.
- Office of Management and
Budget (OMB)
Circular A-130 deals with data collection and federal information
resources issues. Government statisticians use this document as a
general guide in their work.
- Statistical Abstract of the United States.1878-. (annual)
HUNT REF-1 317.3 U25abs
The Statistical Abstract is a compilation of statistics published
by the U.S. government and some private organizations. This is a very
useful starting point for statistical information as it gives sources
for all tables and frequently has time-series data. The current edition
is available on the U.S.
Census Bureau web site.
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- Global Statistics (GeoHive)
The main kind of data you can find here is on the population of regions,
countries, provinces and cities. Next to that there are some statistics
on economic factors like wealth, infrastructure and more. The site
also contains historical data, projections, rankings, and links to
statistical agencies throughout the world.
- Statistical
Agencies (International)
Provides links to statistical agencies in numerous countries.
- Demographic Yearbook. 1951-. (annual) [United Nations]
HUNT REF-1 312.058 U58
HUNT BND-JOUR-3
The Demographic Yearbook includes statistics on population,
natality, mortality, marriage, and divorce. More recent editions are
in HUNT REF-1.
- Monthly Bulletin of Statistics. 1947-. (monthly)
[United Nations]
HUNT BND-JOUR-3
This publication provides information on population, employment and
unemployment, industrial production, transport, prices, and finance.
- Statistical Yearbook. 1948-. (annual) [United Nations]
HUNT REF-1 310.58 U58
HUNT BND JOUR-3
These volumes cover population and social statistics, economic activity,
and international economic relations. More recent versions in HUNT
REF-1.
- UNESCO Statistical Yearbook. (annual) [United Nations]
HUNT REF-1 310.58 U583
This series provides data on education, technology, culture, and the
media.
- Computer
Almanac (Brad Myers)
The Almanac is a collection of numbers relevant to computers, along
with references. Topics include home & work, speed, programming,
internet, crime, etc.
- CyberAtlas
CyberAtlas presents summaries of market research reports and polls
conducted by such firms as Nielsen, Forrester, and Media Metrix. The
entire database is searchable and results are reported in narrative
form. Alternatively, you may browse a variety of demographic, traffic,
connection, e-commerce, and weekly or monthly statistics using the
Statistics Toolbox.
- The Pew Internet & American Life Project
Provides data on how the Internet affects American in many facets
of their lives.
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The Inter-University Consortium for Political and Social
Research (ICPSR) annually offers a Summer
Program in Quantitative Methods of Social Research. The program
covers such diverse areas as research design, statistics, data analysis,
and social methodology. Basic methodological and technical training
is offered, along with opportunities for advanced work in specialized
areas. Courses include four-week, one-week, and 2-to-5-day workshops.
ICPSR announces each summer's program in March and provides for online
registration.
Since Carnegie Mellon is an institutional member of ICPSR,
faculty and students are eligible for discounted registration rates.
Some classes are competitive and require a vita and cover letter as
part of the application process. The Bureau of Criminal Justice Statistics
sponsors the four-week workshop on Quantitative Analysis of Crime and
Criminal Justice and provides a stipend to cover expenses. ICPSR offers
a small amount of travel funds for other workshops.
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This page was developed by librarian Paul Neuhaus.
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