State Profiles: The Population and Economy of Each U.S. State (State Profiles: The Population & Economy of Each U.S. State) [Paperback]

Martha Davis (Author), Courtenay M. Slater (Author), M. Slater (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: January 1999 | ISBN-10: 0890591598 | ISBN-13: 978-0890591598 | Edition: 1

Locate economic and demographic data for each U.S. state presented in compact, standardized state chapters using charts, tables and interpretive text.

Population, income, employment, earnings by industry, education, exports and government finances are among the topics covered. The standardized format facilitates easy comparisons of data among the states. Comparable national and regional data also are included.

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Compiled from data collected by the Bureau of Economic Analysis, Bureau of the Census, and other U.S. government and state sources, this book provides statistical information and analysis of trends on the economies and population of the 50 states and the District of Columbia. Nicely laid out, with graphics and an easy-to-read typeface, the volume consists primarily of eight-page chapters arranged alphabetically by state. Each chapter surveys population, income, economy, housing, education, and government, with text analyzing the accompanying statistical tables and graphs. In addition, an introductory overview section describes general population and economic trends throughout the U.S. This is followed by tables of state rankings. The volume concludes with a notes and definitions section, providing detailed summaries of the statistical sources and a usefully arranged geographical index.

Although Gale State Rankings Reporter (2d ed., Gale, 1996) provides more specific comparative data (crime, marital status, etc.), this work is unique in offering a narrative analysis of state population and economic trends in addition to statistical tables. An excellent statistical source for large public and academic libraries.

Product Details

• Paperback: 469 pages
• Publisher: Bernan Press(PA); 1 edition (January 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0890591598
• ISBN-13: 978-0890591598
• Product Dimensions: 11 x 8.5 x 1.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.9 pounds
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #8,504,503 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)