There are many archives (often subject-related) that collect sets of data.
Data.gov - the main repository for government data. But sometimes going to the various departments can be a quicker way to find specific data and information. A few of the more popular ones are:
Crime data for the nation are derived from Summary Reporting System (SRS) and National Incident-Based Reporting System (NIBRS) reports voluntarily submitted to the FBI.
Data-Smart City Solutions is working to catalyze adoption of data projects on the local government level by serving as a central resource for cities interested in this emerging field. We highlight best practices, top innovators, and promising case studies while also connecting leading industry, academic, and government officials.
ICPSR, hosted by the University of Michigan is the world's largest social studies data archive. Create an account with your Miami ID to get full access.
IPUMS provides census and survey data from around the world integrated across time and space. IPUMS integration and documentation makes it easy to study change, conduct comparative research, merge information across data types, and analyze individuals within family and community contexts. Data and services available free of charge.
Statista aggregates statistical data on over 600 international industries from more than 18,000 sources, including market researchers, trade organizations, scientific journals, and government databases. While Miami University Libraries does not subscribe, users can access a fair amount of data for free.
Presents the numerical history of the United States, covering population, labor statistics, economic data, governance, and international relations, all from the earliest times to the present.
Offical US government site to help find data about the U.S., such as demographic and economic data, population, and maps. Get information about the 2020 U.S. Census.
The Statistical Abstract of the United States, published since 1878, is the authoritative and comprehensive summary of statistics on the social, political, and economic organization of the United States. Most of the volumes are available here, from 1878 through 2012.
Provides access to free statistics from official sources on the web. Browse statistics by country, region, or subject. It is maintained by the University of Auckland Library.