LibGuides: Demography &amp; Population Studies: Statistical Sources

Statistical Sources

Population Reference Bureau Datafinder
International demographic data
Statistical Abstract of the U.S.
United Nations Statistical Division - Demographic and Social Statistics
Includes Demographic Yearbook's historical supplement
U.S. Census Bureau, International Programs Center
Provides access to a computerized data bank containing statistical tables of demographic, and socio-economic data for 227 countries and areas of the world.

Other Sources

Gapminder.org
Uses Trendalyzer to unveil the beauty of statistical time series by converting boring world data numbers into enjoyable, animated and interactive graphics.
Encyclopedia of Life
Encyclopedia of Life provides access to information, including in many cases images, maps and video about over 700,000 species.
Population index
Population Index covers information about population size and growth, migration, and demography.
UN Demographic, Population and Family Planning Websites
Links to websites compiled by the United Nations Population Information Network, grouped by continent.

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Statistical Websites

Migration Information Source
The Migration Information Source provides fresh thought, authoritative data from numerous global organizations and governments, and global analysis of international migration and refugee trends.
United Nations Population Division
The Population Division is responsible for monitoring and appraisal of the broad range of areas in the field of population.

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Demography & Population Studies: Statistical Sources

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