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Internet resources for U.S. census, population, and demographic information and data.

2000 Census State-By-State Counts
The U.S. Census Bureau releases official 2000 Census state-by-state population and apportionment data.

American FactFinder
The primary resource tool for Census 2000 and other Bureau data files. A fantastic source for population, housing, economic, and geographic data!

AmeriStat
Demographic summaries and data from the Population Reference Bureau and demographer Bill Frey. The site is not yet complete but does have several categories of data available.

Basic Tables: 1990 Demographic Profile Generator
Enter zip code, county code, state code, or other code to get a table presenting comprehensive census data from 1990. Very quick and easy to use.

Census Bureau Pop Clocks
Current estimated population for the United States, from the U.S. Census Bureau.

Demographic Data Viewer
This site produces county and census tract maps from 1990 data. View which tracts in your county have the highest educated population, the highest incomes, or the longest commutes. The Java edition v3.0 is really cool!

EASI Quick Reports & Analysis
Select a geographic area and type of report and retrieve great information about your selected area. I'm most fond of the comparison rankings.

Fastats
An excellent resource for basic state demographic data and data for specific health issues from A to Z from the National Center for Health Statistics (NCHS).

Fast Facts About U.S. Population Growth
Eleven fascinating facts about the U.S. population, from the organization Negative Population Growth.

Finding Treasures in the U.S. Federal Census
Interesting trivia about early censuses, plus questions asked from 1790 through 1920.

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