Human Resources & Organizational Behavior

A good starting point when looking for statistics, the Statistical Abstract reports basic statistics from the U.S. government and other sources. Although the Census Bureau is no longer updating this site (since 2012), it’s still useful for identifying sources.
Tip: The Statistical Abstract reports basic statistics from other sources. Checking the original source (named underneath tables) can lead you to more detailed statistics.

BLS reports statistics on compensation and benefits, inflation, employment/unemployment, productivity, work safety, occupations, labor force demographics, and more.

This "Greatest Hits in Gov Stats" compilation is an easy place to start. Browse by categories or use keyword search (NAICS code can be used as keyword). Footnotes to the statistical tables can direct you to a more complete government report or a Web site.
Use on web or hard copy at EMU Library
Reference HA 202

Note: Due to federal budget cuts the Census Bureau no longer updates this source (as of 2012). However, it can be a useful starting point. Sources listed under the tables can be consulted for up-to-date numbers. Much of what was in this publication is now in American Fact Finder.

This source can be used to compare cost of living between two U.S. cities. EMU does not have a subscription to this. You can find some free info in press releases on the site.

For U.S. consumer price index

160 country evaluations, drawn up on the basis of macroeconomic, financial and political data, are freely available. Regularly updated, they provide an estimate of the average credit risk on a country’s businesses.

Print reference Book at the EMU Library
REF HB 235.U6 D47 2014

The U.S. Manpower Group Employment Outlook Survey is a quarterly survey of more than 11,000 U.S. hiring managers who are asked about their hiring plans for the next three months. The results identify the strongest and weakest metropolitan areas, states and industries for hiring and pursuing jobs.

This is a book at the library.
Due to budget cuts, last edition at EMU Library is 2011. Reference Collection - 1st Level North HG8552 .A1

This is a book at the library.
Due to budget cuts, last edition at EMU Library is 2011. Reference Collection - 1st Level North HG8552 .A2

Congressional Research Service analysis

Provides some basics on descriptive and inferential statistics and tips on effective ways to integrate statistical information in your writing.