Thoroughly revised and expanded, the second edition of this popular reference, first published in 1999, provides important enhancements using data from the 2000 census, with greater emphasis on energy and transportation. The compilation reflects meticulous research by acknowledged experts in their fields, who include economist Wendel of the Federal Reserve Board, Sohair M. Abu-Aish of the U.S. Bureau of the Census, and Katherine A. DeBrandt, coeditor of County and City Extra: Special Decennial Census Edition. Much of the information included here can be found elsewhere but not in a single volume. Users will discover economic and demographic data for each U.S. state, as well as data on population, demographics, income, energy, travel characteristics, education, and health indicators. Given the emphasis on population growth by age, ethnic, and racial groups, users can also learn why different states are growing at different rates. Introductory paragraphs highlight key features of the charts and tables scattered throughout, while notes and definitions give supplementary sources, such as organizations and web addresses. This useful reference will be of interest to researchers, government policy makers, businesspeople, and retirees seeking a desirable location; health consumers will particularly appreciate the information on birth rates, infant mortality, age-adjusted death rates, leading causes of death, and statistics on health insurance. Compact and user-friendly, this work is highly recommended for all libraries. Bobbie Wrinkle, McCracken Cty. P.L., Paducah, KY
Copyright 2002 Cahners Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to the Paperback edition.
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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.
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