Research Guides: U.S. Government: Census

New Jersey State Library Census Holdings

The New Jersey State Library has statistical reports printed by the Census Bureau back to 1790. Census 1990, 2000, and 2010 information is also available in electronic format on CD-ROM, DVD, and the Internet. The New Jersey State Library also has special New Jersey maps for the 1970-2000 censuses. Most current Census data are primarily available via the Internet at: www.census.gov. The library also subscribes to the Statistical Abstract of the U.S. and ProQuest Statistical Insight which provide indexing and selected full-text access back to 1970 for a variety of statistical reports from various agencies.

Location Guide: Decennial Census, New Jersey State Library
Location guide for tangible holdings of the U.S. Decennial Census at the New Jersey State Library

Data.census.gov

Data.census.gov is the U.S. Census Bureau’s New Data Dissemination Platform

Data.census.gov Tutorials

Data Gems: a series of "how-to" videos available for data users who are looking for an easy and quick way to enhance their knowledge of Census data.

DATA GEMS: How to Select Your Area to Access Data Using data.census.gov
NOVEMBER 04, 2019
Description: Selecting your area is one of the most important steps of every data search. Check out this data gem to learn three easy options to select geographies on data.census.gov.

DATA GEMS: How to Access Race Data on data.census.gov
OCTOBER 18, 2019
Description: Want to access Census Bureau data by race? Discover how to find population totals and characteristics across race groups using the advanced search on data.census.gov.

DATA GEMS: How to Access Data about the Hispanic Population on data.census.gov
OCTOBER 18, 2019
Description: Looking for Census Bureau data on the Hispanic population? Learn tricks to easily access this information using data.census.gov.

DATA GEMS: How to Access an American Community Survey Data Profile about Your Community using data.census.gov
OCTOBER 01, 2019
Description: Looking for data about your community? Learn an easy way to access social, economic, housing, and demographic statistics for your selected area or multiple areas on data.census.gov.

DATA GEMS: How to Customize and Download Tables Using data.census.gov
SEPTEMBER 24, 2019
Description: Do you know how to customize and download tables using data.census.gov? Discover easy tricks to customize your view, and learn how to the download the data in two different formats.

Databases

Print Resources

Statistical Abstract of the United States by U. S. Bureau of the Census
Call Number: C3.134: US Documents, Level 4
Publication Date: 1903- 2012
ProQuest Statistical Abstract of the United States by Bernan; ProQuest LLC Staff
Call Number: C3.134: US Documents Reference, Level 4
ISBN: 9781598886399
Publication Date: 2012 -
The Historical Statistics of the United States by Richard Sutch (Editor); Susan B. Carter (Editor); Scott Sigmund Gartner (Editor); Michael R. Haines (Editor); Alan L. Olmstead (Editor); Gavin Wright (Editor)
Call Number: C3.134/2: H65, US Documents, Level 4
ISBN: 0521817919
Publication Date: 2006-01-30
Historical Statistics of the United States, Colonial Times to 1970 by United States. Bureau of the Census
Call Number: C3.134/ 2:H62/ 789-970/ pt.1-2, US Documents Reference, Level 4
Publication Date: 1975
Datapedia of the United States by Bernan Press Staff; Barbara A. Chernow; George Thomas Kurian
Call Number: C3.134/2: D23x/1790-2007, US Documents Reference, Level 4
ISBN: 9781598880830
Publication Date: 2007-10-30
Encyclopedia of the U. S. Census by Margo J. Anderson; Constance Citro
Call Number: R304.607 E56 2012, US Docs Reference, Level 4
ISBN: 9781608710256
Publication Date: 2011-10-17
Highlights changes in the US Census Bureau's data collection and dissemination practices for the 2010 enumeration, including the use of a short-form questionnaire for the actual population count, and the release in late 2010 of the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year data set based on rolling samples of the US population.

United States Bureau of the Census - Finding Aides

Location Guide: Decennial Census, New Jersey State Library
Location guide for tangible holdings of the U.S. Decennial Census at the New Jersey State Library

Census Academy
A virtual hub for learning U.S. Census data skills
Data Gems
The U.S. Census series of short videos for data users looking to enhance their Census data and concepts knowledge.
U.S. Census Recorded Webinars
The Census Training Resources Library contains free trainings that have been previously recorded and are available for use at your convenience.

Measuring America: The Decennial Censuses From 1790 to 2000
Contains questionnaires and instructions, plus individual histories of each census.

Decennial Census of Population and Housing, By Decade
This section follows the evolution of the decennial census by detailing the events surrounding each of them. Political and technological changes, and the shifting public demand for information, have all shaped the modern census and the mission of the Census Bureau.
Census Publications by Series
Browse full-text Census publications by series
Catalog of United States Census Publications, 1790-1972
A Census publication catalog that provides a complete bibliography of sources for Bureau of the Census statistics from 1790 to December 31, 1972
U.S. Census Bureau Catalog and Guide
Describes data products issued by the Census Bureau. Annual catalogs from 1949 - 1990; plus a link to the current catalog.
Historical Census of Population and Housing Statistics
Some, not all Historical Decennial Census Reports dating back to 1790 are available online. All documents are in PDF format with a filesize ≤1MB unless otherwise stated.
National Historical Geographic Information System (NHGIS)
The National Historical Geographic Information System (NHGIS), produced by the Minnesota Population Center at the University of Minnesota provides free access to historical Census information. Note: this resource requires user registration, but registration is free and immediate.

Encyclopedia of the U. S. Census by Margo J. Anderson; Constance Citro
Call Number: R304.607 E56 2012, US Docs Reference, Level 4
ISBN: 9781608710256
Publication Date: 2011-10-17
Highlights changes in the US Census Bureau's data collection and dissemination practices for the 2010 enumeration, including the use of a short-form questionnaire for the actual population count, and the release in late 2010 of the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year data set based on rolling samples of the US population.

Publications
A list of the most recent publications released by the U.S. Census Bureau.
American Community Survey (ACS)
The American Community Survey (ACS) is an ongoing survey that provides vital information on a yearly basis about our nation and its people. Information from the survey generates data that help determine how more than $400 billion in federal and state funds are distributed each year.
Guide to State and Local Census Geography
An online U.S. Bureau of the Census resource that provides census geography details for each state.
Census Mobile Apps
Census Bureau is provides free mobile apps that deliver information about U.S. population and industry.
Census Reference Maps
Online Census Reference Map. The maps include a variety of map types that show the boundaries and names of geographic areas for which the Census Bureau tabulates statistical data.
Census Business Builder: Small Business Edition
Allows small business owners a way to easily navigate to and use key demographic and economic data to help guide their research into opening a new or expanding their existing business. These key data includes the most recent and/or relevant data that Census provides that are useful to small business owners.
Census Business Builder, Regional Analyst Edition
Economic Census data to help understand the business landscape for a region
State Data Center (SDC) Program
New Jersey State Data Center
The New Jersey State Data Center (NJSDC) is a cooperative project of the State of New Jersey and the U.S. Bureau of the Census. Serving data users in the public, private, and academic sectors, the NJSDC has three main objectives: expand access to and use of census and other statistics, provide technical assistance and analytical support in the use of these statistics, and provide user training on timely, census-related topics. The NJSDC consists of a network of over 110 state, county, regional, and local agencies. The lead agency is housed within the Division of Labor Market and Demographic Research, New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development.

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New Jersey State Library Catalog

Locating Online Federal Documents Using the New Jersey State Library Catalog
This guide provides searching tips and examples of how to find and access online federal documents in the New Jersey State Library's catalog.

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