Research Guides: SOC 112b: Social Class and Social Inequality: Data & Statistics

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Data | U.S. Census Bureau (data.census.gov)
The U.S. Census Bureau is the primary generator of demographic statistics about the U.S. population. Access data from the decennial census, as well as the American Community Survey (ACS) and the American Housing Survey (AHS). Also includes business statistics, economic indicators, and foreign trade data.
Envirofacts | U.S. EPA
Get environmental data from U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) sources, such as the Safe Drinking Water Information System or the Toxic Release Inventory. Find data for particular sites, communities, or areas within the U.S.
Water Resources Data | USGS
Real-time and historical water data from the U.S. Geological Service (USGS).

Statista This link opens in a new window
Provides current statistical data and comparisons for a wide-ranging and continually updated array of topics, using both publicly accessible and proprietary sources. The chief types of data are related to marketing, demographics, and government information. Sources include market forecasts, dossiers, and industry reports.
Inter-University Consortium for Political and Social Research (ICPSR) This link opens in a new window
ICPSR is the world's largest collection of digital social science data. Find qualitative and quantitative datasets, accompanying codebooks, publication lists and more. Formats include SPSS, Stata and Excel. Access to this resource from off campus requires that users initially register for an account while on campus.

Working/studying remotely? Request access to ICPSR data and resources by contacting icpsr-help@umich.edu. When you do, please let them know that you are a current student, faculty, or staff member at Brandeis University, and be sure to use your @brandeis.edu email address.