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2010
Census Activities in Maryland
by Maryland State Data Center
The decennial census day is right around the corner on April 1, 2010. The census is the basis for congressional, state and local political
reapportionment and redistricting based on one-person one vote. Planning
for this event is currently taking place.
American
Community Survey: Maryland
by United States Census Bureau
An ongoing survey by the Bureau that provides data every year. It is designed to provide communities with a
fresh look at how they are changing between the decennial censuses. Its
questionnaire will replace the decennial long form in future censuses.
Find current estimates (2007) on Maryland and any Maryland jurisdiction
with a population over 65,000. In December 2008, the Bureau will provide
3-year estimates based on data collected
from 2005 to 2007 and will include all geographic areas with populations
of 20,000 or more.
American FactFinder
provided by the United States Census Bureau
Main gateway to United States, state, county, city, census tract and block level
figures from the 1990 and 2000 Census of Population and Housing, the
latest Economic Census, and the American Community Survey which
estimates how communities are changing annually.
Census 2000
Data for the State of Maryland
Presents highlights, tables, and a few maps of the 2000 Census for
Maryland and its counties. Also provides links to other available data.
Census Tract Street Locator
by United States Census Bureau
Census tracts are usually the smallest geographical area you need for finding
statistics about your neighborhood.
Enter a street address and find out the census tract for that address.
Maryland State Data Center
A major site for current population, social and economic figures for our
state, its counties and local governments. Includes historical figures
as well as estimates and projections.
Road to
Maryland's Census 2000 Game
Test your knowledge about Maryland's growth and view past Maryland and county census totals (1790-1990). Scroll to bottom of page.
State Facts
for Students: Maryland
by the United States Census Bureau
A site for quick and easy numbers about our state for
young students.
Statistical Abstract
of the United States
by United States Bureau of Census
This online version is a comprehensive summary of statistics on the
social, political, and economic organization of the United States as
well as the states. Find the most recent annual edition and
historical
abstracts compiled throughout the decades with data back to colonial
times.
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Industry, Business
and Economic
Statistics
County and
Zip Code Business Patterns
by United States Census Bureau
Provides data on the total number of establishments, mid-March
employment, first quarter and annual payroll, and number of
establishments for nine employment-size classes by industry for each
state and county in the United States and the District of
Columbia.
Maryland Brief Economic Facts [PDF]
by Maryland Department of Business and Economic
Development
A look at current numbers and facts about
transportation, weekly wage rates, climate, major
employers, available employees, recreational resources, and more
information of interest
to businesses and others wanting to
locate in Maryland.
Maryland Career and
Workforce Information
by Maryland Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation
Employment and unemployment, wages, industry profiles, labor force and
employer figures.
Maryland Department of Business and Economic Development
Data on state demographics, the business community, workforce,
transportation, utilities, taxes, education, and quality of life.
Includes market profiles, business incubators, and business services.
Maryland Economy At A Glance
by the United States Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics
Maryland's labor force, employment and unemployment, and layoff statistics.
Some figures from 1978 to present.
Maryland State Data Center
A major site for current population, social and economic figures for our state, its counties
and
local governments. Includes historical and future figures.
Maryland
State Department of Assessments and Taxation (SDAT)
Maryland's largest source of real estate data, home sale prices, and
more.
Quarterly
Workforce Indicators (QWI)
by the United States Census Bureau
Covers the
local economy - where jobs are, for what
kind of workers, how much workers can expect to make and employers
expect to pay them. This set of economic indicators -- including
employment, job creation, wages, and worker turnover -- can be queried
by different levels of geography -- state, county, metro, and workforce
investment area -- as well as by detailed industry, gender, and age of
workers. Take a look at the Community Economic Development (CED)
HotReport for an individual county as well.
StateMaster.com
"A handy way to graphically compare states. Data compiled from various primary sources such as the United States
Census Bureau, the Federal Bureau of Investigation, and the National Center for Educational Statistics."
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Delegates and Senators to the Maryland General Assembly
page created by Baltimore County Public Library
Maryland General Assembly
from
the Maryland State Archives
A brief description of the Maryland legislative branch, including an
organization chart, terms of office and requirements to hold office, with
links to budget, functions and powers of the Assembly, legislative powers
and descriptions of committees, and more.
Maryland
General Assembly Home Page
Offers budget information, hearing schedule, legislation, and more.
Who are your elected officials?
Would you like to know who represents you in the
Maryland General Assembly and United States Congress? To find out, just enter your
home address in the form.
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Current Government Officials and Executive Departments
page created by Baltimore County Public Library
Names, addresses, phone numbers, and more.
Law InfoCenter
by Baltimore County Public Library
Find local, state, and national codes, laws, and regulations and facts
about our courts.
Maryland At A Glance
by the Maryland State Archives
Links to brief information about our state - government,
agriculture, environment, statistics,
geography, symbols, and more!
Maryland
County Information
by the Maryland State Archives
Basic information about each county in Maryland.
Maryland.gov
The official web site of the State of Maryland.
Maryland
Government and Law
from Sailor, Maryland's Public Information Network
Links to many sites about our state.
Maryland Kids Page
by the Office of the Maryland Secretary of State
Basic facts about Maryland for students.
Maryland Manual On-line
published by the Maryland State Archives
The Manual is updated daily. If you have questions about Maryland
government,
Search the Manual This Maryland government reference book
provides biographies, organizational charts, budget sheets, descriptions of
the role of agencies and eligibility requirements for elected and appointed
officials, and contact information for the people and agencies that
operate Maryland's state government.
Maryland State Government
from
the Maryland State Archives
A brief explanation of the three branches of State government -
executive, legislative (Maryland General Assembly), and judicial. Provides
organization charts, the basic structure and the functions of each.
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Population and Social Statistics
Data Profile 2003 for Maryland and Baltimore County, Baltimore City,
Anne Arundel, Calvert, Howard, Montgomery and Prince George's Counties
The 2003 American Community Survey for Maryland and a few Maryland
counties is limited to the household population and excludes the
population living in institutions, college dormitories, and other group
quarters. It includes the most current figures on age, race, education,
employment, commute time, and housing of each county's residents and
other social, economic, and housing facts as well.
Maryland Department of
Human Resources Fact Pact
Do you need Maryland’s
child support caseload? Figures on other social and community service
programs? The top employment industries in a county?
Maryland poverty statistics? The number of children receiving child care
subsidies? and more. The Fact Pact offers a snapshot of
the State and its 24 counties.
Maryland Higher Education Commission - Statistical Information
Trends in postsecondary enrollment, degrees awarded, graduation rates, and more.
Maryland Office
for New Americans (MONA)
Maryland's foreign-born and refugee population statistics.
Maryland
Quick Facts
from the United States Census Bureau
Quick numbers about our state and other counties, including estimates of
their current population.
Maryland State Data Center
A major site for current population, social and economic figures for our state, its counties
and
local governments. Includes historical and future figures.
Maryland State Department of Education
Presents statistical information about professional staff and student
enrollment, truancy, suspensions in Maryland schools.
Maryland
Vital Statistics
Birth, death, infant deaths, marriage and
divorce, and AIDS statistics for the state and counties.
StateMaster.com
"A handy way to graphically compare states. Data compiled from various primary sources such as the United States
Census Bureau, the Federal Bureau of Investigation, and the National Center for Educational Statistics"
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