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Statistical Abstract of the United States: Key Data on Social and Economic Conditions

Explore a comprehensive collection of statistics on social and economic conditions in the United States, with relevant sections for work-family studies. Analyze trends and their impact on work-family experiences.

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Statistical Abstract of the United States: Key Data on Social and Economic Conditions

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  1. Using the Statistical Abstract of the United States Module 1, Class Assignment A Teaching Module Developed by the Curriculum Task Force of the Sloan Work and Family Research Network

  2. Statistical Abstract of the United States The National Data Bookhttp://www.census.gov/statab/www/ • “The National Data Book contains a collection of statistics on social and economic conditions in the United States. Selected international data are also included. The Abstract is also your Guide to Sources of other data from the Census Bureau, other Federal agencies, and private organizations.”

  3. The Statistical Abstract of the UScontains statistics on…

  4. Sections Most Relevant to Work-Family Studies Include: • Section 1. Population – Tables 1-6 • Section 2. Vital Statistics – Tables 70-113 • Section 4. Education – Tables 202-288 • Section 5. Law Enforcement, Courts, and Prisons – Tables 289-345 • Section 11. Social Insurance and Human Services – Tables 518-568 • Section 12. Labor force, Employment, and Earnings – Tables 569-640

  5. Step 1: State a Research Question Examples: • How have family structures changed over the past twenty years? • In what ways are race/ethnicity associated with family structure? • How have employment opportunities shifted over the past twenty years? • To what extent is poverty associated with family structure? • Etc.

  6. Step 2: Define Key Concepts • How do you define “family”? • Check to see how the data source has defined “family.” The Statistical Abstract defines family as: “Family—The term family refers to a group of two or more persons related by birth, marriage, or adoption and residing together in a household. A family includes among its members the householder.” Source:U.S. Census Bureau. (2005). Statistical Abstract of the United States 2004-2005. Washington, D.C.: Department of Commerce, pp. 6.

  7. Step 3: Identify Relevant Tables

  8. Step 4: Enter data into a database. Create a graph.Average Family Size by Year Source: U.S. Census Bureau. (2005). Statistical Abstractsof the United States: 2005. Washington, D.C.: Department of Commerce.

  9. Interpret the Data to Answer the Question • Describe what you observe in words • Compare and contrast the data • Consider how the trends might impact work-family experiences

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