Library: Sociology: Data &amp; Statistics

Data & Statistics: Beyond Pace Library

The General Social Survey
The General Social Survey (GSS) contains a standard 'core' of demographic, behavioral, and attitudinal questions, plus topics of special interest. Many of the core questions have remained unchanged since 1972 to facilitate time-trend studies as well as replication of earlier findings. The GSS takes the pulse of America, and is a unique and valuable resource. It has tracked the opinions of Americans over the last four decades.
NYC Community Portal
Visit the new Community District Profiles to view data, maps, and other resources describing New York City’s 59 community districts. This web tool enables users to learn more about our City’s community districts through interactive graphics and maps that help illustrate each district’s built environment, socio-economic and demographic characteristics. It also includes a wealth of data and resources that can be easily downloaded in different formats.
American Community Survey
The American Community Survey (ACS) helps local officials, community leaders, and businesses understand the changes taking place in their communities. It is the premier source for detailed population and housing information about our nation.
Explore Census Data
Explore Census data including maps, tables, profiles and more.
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
The World Bank Open Data
Free and open access to global development data
UNdata: United Nations Data

Social Explorer This link opens in a new window
Visually Explore Demographic Data.
250,000 data maps, hundreds of profile reports, 220 years of demographic data, 40 billion data elements and 500,000 variables at your fingertips.
Statista This link opens in a new window
Statistics portal providing quantitative data on media, business, finance, politics, and a wide variety of other areas of interest or markets. Each statistic includes its source, release date, number of respondents, and other relevant details to facilitate verification.