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Resources

National Demographics

National Vital Statistics System
Vital statistics includes data on natality, mortality, marriage and divorce.
American FactFinder
Provides access to recent U.S. population, housing, economic, and geographic data.

Social Explorer
Historical U.S. Census data (1790-2010) and demographics from the American Community Survey and the Religious Congregations and Membership Study (1980-2000).

International Demographics

United Nations Demographic Yearbook
Demographic data compiled by the UN from national statistical authorities.
US Census Bureau International Database
Demographic indicators from different countries and regions around the world. Includes, population, fertility, and mortality.

World DataBank
Indicators, including demographic indicators, from various countries. Has a special focus on indicators relevant to delveloping countries.