The following is a representative list of sources of information on the topics covered in the population section of the Community Indicators. Also included are general data sources with data applicable to many issue areas. The list includes resources that were used in the preparation of the Community Indicators data, as well as others that may be of interest to those seeking data on the community.

This is not intended to be a complete list, and CRP welcomes information about additional resources. Inclusion on this list does not imply that CRP endorses an organization or has verified the accuracy of its information.

National Sources

U.S. Bureau of the Census
www.census.gov
This site includes historic census data, the American Community Survey and other special reports and supplemental surveys. Data is available for the U.S., metropolitan areas, states, counties and cities. “Subjects A-Z” allows a search for statistics by topic. The American Fact Finder can be used to create customized reports and maps.

Statistical Abstract of the United States
www.census.gov/compendia/statab
This site provides an electronic version of the National Data Book that contains statistics on social and economic conditions in the United States, as well as selected international data. It also serves as a guide to sources of other data from the Census Bureau, other Federal agencies, and private organizations.

FEDSTATS
www.fedstats.gov
This site provides access to statistical information produced by over 100 federal government agencies. It allows a user to search for data and statistics by topic, geography, reference publications and maps.

State Sources

Ohio Department of Development
Office of Strategic Research
www.odod.state.oh.us/osr
The site provides a variety of data on Ohio and its counties, including County Profiles with quick facts and snapshot data and trends in population, geography, housing, employment, and poverty. The site also has Census data, research links, maps and economy and industry reports.