DataPost | Dig in!
A collection of data and numbers
Looking for research help, deeper understanding of the day's news, or do you just like numbers? Here's a list of some of the most interesting, searchable databases developed by The Washington Post and other local and national organizations and agencies. Know of any other reliable databases? Looking for other topics? Send us your suggestions and comments.
Census & Demographics
- Minority-owned businesses 2002-2007
- 2009 population estimates
- State, county housing unit estimates 2009
- 2009 estimates on race, sex, age
- Change in poverty rate, 1999-2008
- Change in poor population, 1999-2008
- Census population changes 2000-2009
- Census and federal spending, 2008
Crime & Courts
- 2009 FBI Crime Statistics
- Virginia executions
- Maryland executions
- Federal prosecutions and convictions, by state
- Sex Offenders: DC | MD | VA | U.S.
Education
- Where Gates Foundation sends its money
- Maryland teacher license citations
- Virginia teacher license citations
- Faculty Salaries
- High school rankings
- National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) scores, by state
- U.S. private schools
Government & Politics
- Fenty's Ward project spending
- White House staff salaries 2010
- Election results: DC | MD | VA
- Campaign donations: DC | MD | VA
- Spending by Virginia agencies
Health & Safety
- AIDS in the Suburbs
- Restaurant health inspections: DC | VA
- Health professional licenses: DC | VA
- Nursing home inspection reports: MD | VA
- Child care center inspection reports: MD | VA
Real Estate & Business
- D.C. assessments
- Property sales and tax history
- Complaints against Va. businesses
- Non-profit businesses, organizations
Science & Environment
Sports
- World Cup: Historical Database 1930-2006
- STATS: Arenas, Butler and Jamison
- CHARITIES: Index of team-affiliated foundations
