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U.S. Census Bureau
- U.S. Census BureauUse U.S. Census records for demographic, social, and economic information. Search by topic or explore data.
- Census Bureau Data PortalSearch census data by subject and view data profiles, maps, and visualizations.
- Census.gov History PageIncludes historic information of the agency as well as the surveys and censuses over the years. Provides links to historic census questionnaires and records.
- Decennial Census by DecadeAccess fact sheets, data files, publications available for each decennial census
- Federal Statistical Research Data CentersThis program maintains partnerships between federal statistical agencies and research institutions. See "Federal Partners" for links to agencies and "Research Data Centers" for links to all locations.
Other Resources
- Social Explorer This link opens in a new window*Available for UIUC affiliates only* Social Explorer is an online research tool designed to provide quick and easy access to current and historical census data and demographic information.
- IPUMSIPUMS provides census and survey data from around the world integrated across time and space.
- NHGISThe National Historical Geographic Information System (NHGIS) provides free access to historical Census information. Requires user registration, but registration is free and immediate.
- ICPSRFor raw data from 1790 to 1970, historical Census information can be downloaded from the Inter-University Consortium for Political and Social Research (ICPSR).