Research Guides: Industry Information: Industry Data from Governments

Government Reports and Statistics

National and state governments gather data on industries and on the demographic makeup of the nation and smaller areas.

The U.S. Census Bureau, for example, gathers and distributes industry data such as the number of establishments, sales or shipments, materials consumed in manufacturing and concentration ratios. It also gathers demographic data related to age, race, educational level, income, and occupation, and so on.

Government Demographic and Industry Data

Census Bureau- Business and Economy Data
The Census Bureau produces economic data across the entire economy on a monthly, quarterly, yearly, and five-year basis.
Census Reporter
Census Reporter is an independent project to make data from the American Community Survey easier to use. We are unaffiliated with the U.S. Census Bureau.
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics: Industries at a Glance
Display a ‘snapshot’ of national data obtained from different BLS surveys and programs. Many programs also produce additional industry detail, including state, county, and metropolitan area data.

ProQuest Statistical Abstract of the U.S. This link opens in a new window
The ProQuest Statistical Abstract of the United States is the authoritative and comprehensive summary of statistics on the social, political, and economic conditions of the United States. The Statistical Abstract of the United States is a one-volume, comprehensive summary of statistics on the social, political, and economic organization of the United States. Use the Abstract as a convenient volume for statistical reference, and as a guide to sources of more information both in print and on the Web. Coverage: 1790 to present