Monday, February 15, 2010

Featured Government Website in February

FedStats.gov - a gateway to federal statistics


FedStats provides access to the full range of official statistical information produced by the Federal Government without having to know in advance which Federal agency produces which particular statistic. With convenient searching and linking capabilities to more than 100 agencies that provide data and trend information on such topics as economic and population trends, crime, education, health care, aviation safety, energy use, farm production and more, FedStats is your one location for access to the full breadth of Federal statistical information.

FedStats provides information for Federal agencies that are listed in Statistical Programs of The United States Government and reporting expenditures of at least $500,000 per year in one or more statistical activities.

How do you find information on FedStats?

  • Topics A to Z: Direct access to statistical data on topics of your choice.

  • Program/Subject Areas: Link to summaries of the major statistical programs including agriculture, education, energy, environment, health, income, labor, national accounts, safety, and transportation.

  • Agencies: If you know the name of the agency, you can select it from the agency list, browse key statistics, and look up contact information.

  • Search: Enter your key words or phrases. FedStats searches all of the linked agencies. Here are some useful search tips.

  • Press Releases: The latest news and announcements from individual agencies.

  • Data Access Tools: Selected agency online databases.
How do you find information for your county or State on FedStats?

Use MapStats to profile your State, county, Federal judicial district, or congressional district. Just select the name from the menu or use the map provided for your State.

If you want to know more about federal statistical information, please contact Liya Deng, Government Documents Librarian, via email @ deng_l@mercer.edu.

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