This research guide is intended to serve as a starting point for users who are looking for data sets and will facilitate evaluating those sources to ensure that they locate credible sources.
Business Analytics Sources for Datasets
The following list of datasets sources is by no means exhaustive but is intended as a starting point.
Library Databases
Energy
U.S. Energy Information Agency (EIA) -homepage
Energy-related topics
*Keep in mind, hybrid cars have only been around since 1997.
Library database
Real Estate, available from FRED
*Check Census-defined regions to see how the Census defines a region.
U.S. Economic Indicators
Education/employment/salaries
COVID-19
**Note that since June 2021, some states, including Florida, have stopped or slowed COVID reporting.
Library database
Florida
Workforce statistics
Local Area Unemployment statistics - this page allows the user to customize datasets; includes historical data
Sports
Motor vehicle accidents
Workplace fatalities
Social topics