Human Development and Family Science: Statistical Data

The U.S. Census Bureau has a wealth of high quality demographic information.

An easy way to access US Census Bureau data.

"A project of the Annie E. Casey Foundation, KIDS COUNT is the premier source for data on child and family well-being in the United States. Access hundreds of indicators, download data and create reports and graphics on the KIDS COUNT Data Center that support smart decisions about children and families" (About).

"The Missouri KIDS COUNT is a conversation starter. When you interpret the trend on any indicator, try to put the data into the context of what has occurred in your county. Did a local or state law pass that affected child and family well-being in your community? What is the status of state and local programs/initiatives that may affect an outcome or indicator?" (FAQ)

The United States' primary source for criminal justice statistics.

"The Current Population Survey (CPS) is a monthly survey of households conducted by the Bureau of Census for the Bureau of Labor Statistics" (from the website).

"The American Time Use Survey (ATUS) measures the amount of time people spend doing various activities, such as paid work, childcare, volunteering, and socializing" (from the website).

"This report provides the latest data on the 37 key indicators selected by the Forum to portray aspects of the lives of older Americans and their families. It is divided into five subject areas: population, economics, health status, health risks and behaviors, and health care" (from the website).

A mobile app is also available.

"The Division regularly publishes data updates, including the Statistical Yearbook and World Statistics Pocketbook, and books and reports on statistics and statistical methods. The Division's databases are also available on this site" (About us).

"Pew Research Center is a nonpartisan fact tank that informs the public about the issues, attitudes and trends shaping America and the world" (About).