Research Guides: Economics: Economic Data

U.S. Economic Data

Economic Census
The Economic Census is the official five-year measure of American businesses providing comprehensive statistics at the national, state, and local levels.
U.S. Census Economic Indicators
U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis
The U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis is a key source for accurate and objective data about the nation's economy. BEA's economists produce some of the world's most closely watched statistics, including U.S. gross domestic product, better known as GDP. BEA produces state and local statistics, as well as foreign trade and investment stats and industry data.
Consumer Price Index (CPI) Inflation Calculator: Bureau of Labor Statistics
The CPI inflation calculator uses the Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) U.S. city average series for all items, not seasonally adjusted. This data represents changes in the prices of all goods and services purchased for consumption by urban households.
GovInfo Economic Indicators
Available from April 1995 forward, this monthly publication is prepared by the Council of Economic Advisers for the Joint Economic Committee. It provides economic information on gross domestic product, income, employment, production, business activity, prices, money, credit, security markets, Federal finance, and international statistics.

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In the area of economics, Statista offers global economic indicators, employment data in the U.S. and Europe, U.S. exports to China, Key economic indicators of China, the digital economy in Europe, Brexit and the UK economy, the economy of Russia, and more.

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Statistics, infographics, industry reports, and more!

Statista is one of the world’s largest statistics portals. Providing you with access to relevant data from over 18,000 sources, our focus is firmly based on professional, clear, quick and consistent results. Our customized search query form provides you with a list of statistics, studies and reports relating to your search request within a matter of seconds – kick-starting your research.

Organization for Economic Cooperation & Development
The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) is an international organisation that works to build better policies for better lives. The OECD's goal is to shape policies that foster prosperity, equality, opportunity and well-being for all.
Together with governments, policy makers and citizens, the OECD works on establishing evidence-based international standards and finding solutions to a range of social, economic and environmental challenges. From improving economic performance and creating jobs to fostering strong education and fighting international tax evasion, we provide a unique forum and knowledge hub for data and analysis, exchange of experiences, best-practice sharing, and advice on public policies and international standard-setting.