Berinstein, P. (1998). Finding statistics online: How to locate the elusive numbers you need. Medford, NJ: Information Today. (XHA 33.5 .B47 1998)

A comprehensive guide to finding statistics both on the Internet and in subscription databases, this source lists web sites by topic. It also provides tips for searching, as well as for evaluating the sites and interpreting the data retrieved.

Economist guide to economic indicators. (1997). New York: John Wiley. (XHA29 .E28 1997)

Stratford, J. S., & Stratford, J. (1992). Major U.S. statistical series: Definitions, publications, limitations. Chicago: American Library Association. (XHA 37 .U55 S77)

Historical statistics of the United States:, Earliest times to the present (Millennial ed.).(2006). (Vols. 1-5). Washington: U.S. Bureau of the Census. (XHA 202. H57 2006)

This is a historical version of the Statistical Abstract, with long-term series of data and additional categories covered.

Kurian, G. T. (Ed.). (2001). Datapedia of the United States 1790 - 2005 (2nd ed.). Lanham, MD: Bernan Press. (XHA 202 .K87 2001)

Statistical abstract of the United States (1986 to present). Washington: U.S. Bureau of the Census. (GOVT. DOCS. C3.134:[year]) Latest edition - READY REFERENCE. Also available online at the U.S. Census website: http://www.census.gov/compendia/statab/

An annual compilation of data in a variety of basic categories (i.e., population, health, crime, employment, education), this source can serve as the starting point for many statistical searches.

Demographic yearbook/Annuaire demographique. (1970 - 2000). New York: United Nations Statistical Office. (XHA 17 .D4 ).

Another publication of the United Nations, this yearbook focuses on data concerning vital statistics. In addition to the general data published annually, each volume treats a particular topic in depth.

Europa world yearbook (1983 to present). London: Europa Publications. (XJN 1.E89)

This is a recommended source for background information on all countries of the world. Each entry includes a statistical survey with data on major topics, as well as some less commonly covered areas such as communication and transportation.

International financial statistics.(1985 to present). Washington: International Monetary Fund. (XHF 1016 .I53 [year])

The monthly volumes present data on the financial status of countries, which includes currency exchange rates, banking information, interest rates, and international transactions, based on credit and loan information for members of the International Monetary Fund. The Yearbook cumulates this data and provides a 30-year time series.

International trade statistics yearbook (1980 to present). New York: United Nations Statistical Office. (XHF 91 .U57[year])

The tables in Volume I give the amount and value of commercial products by country, while Volume II has the reverse arrangement of country imports and exports by type of product. It also provides special tables with regional trends and value of trade between regions.

Mitchell, B. R. (1993). International historical statistics: The Americas, 1750-1988. New York: Stockton Press. (XHA 175 .M55 1993)

Mitchell, B. R. (2003). International Historical Statistics: Europe, 1750-2000 (5th ed.). New York: Stockton Press. (XHA 1107 .M5 2003)

These two historical statistics volumes give time series data on topics such as population, agriculture, industry, trade, transportation, prices, and education.

Statistical yearbook/Annuaire statistique (1970 to present). New York: United Nations Statistical Office. (XHA 12.5 U57 [year])

This publication of the United Nations gives a topical breakdown of statistical series by country.

2004 County and City Extra: Annual metro, city, and county data book ( 12th ed.). (2004). Washington, DC: Bernan. (READY REFERENCE XHA 203 .C68 2004) Earlier editions in Govt. Docs (C3.134/2:C832/[year])

County and City Data book: 2000 (13th ed.) (2000). Washington, DC: U.S. Census Bureau. (LATEST ED. in READY REFERENCE DOCS. C3. 134/2: C83/2/2000).

Hovey, K. A., & Hovey, H. A. (2001). CQ's state fact finder 2001: Rankings across America. Washington, DC: CQ Press. (XHA 214 .H68 2001)

RESI Research & Consulting, Towson University (2003). Maryland statistical abstract. Towson, MD: RESI. (XHA 421 .M42 2003).

State and metropolitan area data book (1979 to present). Washington: U.S. Bureau of the Census. (GOVT. DOCS. C3. 134/5:[year]).

Stat-USA database. Washington, DC: U.S. Department of Commerce. Available online at: http://www.stat-usa.gov

This is a gateway to databases that assemble current information on business, economics, and trade from diverse government sources. It is a subscription service available to the Langsdale Library as part of the government depository program. Please consult a reference librarian for password.

Maryland Department of Planning (2004). Maryland State Data Center. Retrieved February 15, 2007 from: http://www.mdp.state.md.us/msdc

United States. (2004). Fedstats. Retrieved February 15, 2007 from: http://www.fedstats.gov/

University of Michigan Documents Center. (2004). Statistical Resources on the Web. Retrieved February 15, 2007 from: http://www.lib.umich.edu/govdocs/stats.html

U.S. Department of Commerce. (2004). U.S. Census Bureau. Retrieved February 15, 2007 from: http://www.census.gov/

U.S. Department of Commerce, U. S. Census Bureau. (2004). State & County QuickFacts. Retrieved February 15, 2007 from: http://quickfacts.census.gov/qfd/

U.S. Department of Education, National Center for Education Statistics. (2004). Welcome the to the NCES National Center for Education Statistics. Retrieved February 15, 2007from: http://nces.ed.gov/

U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Disease Control (2004). National Center for Health Statistics. Retrieved February 15, 2007 from: http://www.cdc.gov/nchs/

U.S. Department of Justice. Bureau of Justice Statistics. (2004) Bureau of Justice Statistics. Retrieved February 15, 2007 from: http://www.ojp.usdoj.gov/bjs/

U.S. Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics. (2004). Bureau of Labor Statistics. Retrieved February 15, 2007 from: http://www.bls.gov/

U.S. Office of the President. (2004). Economics Statistics Briefing Room. Retrieved February 15, 2007 from: http://www.whitehouse.gov/fsbr/esbr.html

U.S. Office of the President. (2004). Social Statistics Briefing Room.Retrieved February 15, 2007 from:
http://www.whitehouse.gov/fsbr/ssbr.html

Audain, L., & Strawser, C. J. (2000). Business statistics of the United States (6th ed.). Lanham, MD: Bernan Press. (READY REFERENCE XHC 101 .A13122 2000)

Previously published by the Bureau of Economic Analysis as Business Statistics: A Supplement to the Survey of Current Business (1953 to 1994).

Digest of education statistics (1980 to present). Washington: U.S. Office of Educational Research and Improvement. (GOVT. DOCS. ED1 .326:[year])

Uniform Crime Reports for the United States: Crime in the United States (1961-62, 1964-84, 1986 to present ). Washington: Federal Bureau of Investigation. (GOVT. DOCS. J1.14/7:[year]) Also available online at: http://www.fbi.gov/ucr/ucr.htm

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